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Sep 16
The State Bed is starting to take shape
Since June the State Bed has been returning to the Hall and it's now really starting to take shape. The conservators have reassembled the main frame of the bed including the beautifully restored tester. Work continues as the final bits of braid are made and the upholsterers work hard to make the curtains and the bedspread.
Next stop... adding all the gold carving which is currently in open storage beside the bed!
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Jun 16
Reassembling the State Bed
The main structure of the State Bed has been carefully reassembled but as with every masterpiece it can't be rushed and there is still plenty left to do.
Upholstery, fitting the mattresses, bed curtains and adding the carved and gilded decoration are just some of the things keeping our teams busy. It's all coming together nicely...
09
Jun 16
Time to say goodbye to Ked Bed
It’s getting really exciting as we move closer to the end of this amazing restoration journey. Our joiners have been taking down the Ked Bed today ready for the frame of the restored bed to be installed next week.
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