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I love the "just been baby oiled" look of these.

And the price? You can't beat that with a tasselled stick.

Check out the pearl one too. Very "Like a Virgin. Not."
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From the site:

Queen $799.00
California King $899.00
Eastern King $899.00

Exclusive to Z Gallerie, the East Street bed is available in brown or pearl leather. Wood finish is espresso. Bicast process using aniline dyes. Polyurthane coating gives it a tough finish. No additional sizes or finishes are available. Beds include 4 cross slats and adjustable feet for additional box-spring support.

Dimensions:
Queen: 64''W x 91''D x 55''H
Cal. King: 76''W x 95''D x 55''H
Eastern King: 80''W x 91''D x 55''H

Updated Aug 16, 2008

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Java Daybed

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On sale for $899

If I had one in my cave, the first thing I would do is backlight it in soft, warm buttery hues.
The next thing? Make a phone call.
The third? Sorry, that's private.
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From the site:
Romantic and exotic, this daybed design is timeless. Sit, sleep or just lounge under the beautiful canopy, which is included with the bed.

Constructed of three sustainably harvested woods: the frame and structure are made of solid dried Acacia Hardwood; the turnings are all made of Sheeshum hardwood (a type of wood from the Rosewood family); and the carved panels are Mango wood. Each decorative panel has been hand crafted and carved by a talented artisan, therefore each piece will be unique.

Detailed assembly instructions are included. Exclusive to Z Gallerie. Hand crafted in India. Twin mattress not included. Recommended for indoor use only.

Updated Aug 16, 2008

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Teak Opium Bed

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I have a commercial building I've been renovating and have used it as event space here and there over time. On one of the floors, I tossed in a Moroccan lounge, mainly because the yards and yards of sari fabric I had hanging around covered the unfinished walls so easily. Thank god for staple guns. Whoo hoo staple guns.

Also in that room? A couple of opium beds, a Chinese marriage bed and even- ready for it?- a rickshaw. I have a great guy, Eli, who owns ArtAsia in Milwaukee (see separate rec) and he brings several shipments a year back from his travels to his shop.

With that said, the price of the beds at this online store is just about the best I've seen. Checking Ebay just now, I found a similar style for $300 more.

These bed make fabulously flexible and customizable options for seating in your den, at an event, in the yard....in fact, they're one of my favorite things.

Updated Jul 3, 2008

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Tilt Bed

First to recommend

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Sleek and contemporary, the Tilt Bed adds additional visual interest and creative opportunities with its use of a platform lip.

Updated Jul 1, 2008

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Taru Day Bed

First to recommend

Description

Sexy cane daybed with a removable canopy.

I'm envisioning this swathed in lush, rich jewel-toned silks (that compliment my eyes of course....).

Trundle available as well in case you need more room to spread out.

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From the site:
Day Bed $699.00
Trundle $199.00

Our Taru Daybed packs in ultimate function, while maintaining the crispness of a fully ecological construction. Lauan (a.k.a. Philippine Mahogany) and Gmelina hardwoods are handcrafted to create continuity in the frame as they extend into a removable canopy structure. The frame boasts a finish of deep vintage espresso that highlights the hand-woven cane made of durable yet flexible Rattan strips. The trundle drawer effortlessly blends into the complete design of the bed with matching hardwood and a hand-woven cane face. The natural beauty of this bed stems from 100% sustainable and renewable resources.
Canopy structure is completely removable. Finials cap the arms and back when canopy is not in use.

* Constructed from Lauan (also know as Philippine Mahogany) and Gmelina woods. Lauan is a renewably harvested, indigenous hardwood to the Philippines. Gmelina is a beautiful, plantation grown and fast replenishing hardwood that occurs naturally throughout the world in moist fertile valleys.
* The hand woven cane is made of strips of rattan. Rattan is a fast growing indigenous vine that is durable, lightweight and flexible.In the forests where rattan grows, its economic value can help protect forest land, by providing an alternative to loggers who forgo timber logging and harvest rattan canes instead.
* The carved bamboo detailing throughout the frame is all hand carved by artisans.
* Beautiful and rich stained finish in a deep vintage espresso color, applied by hand in a 15-step process that ensures clarity and depth.
* Trundle drawer is constructed of Lauan, Gmelina and engineered hardwood with a hand-woven cane face. It rolls easily along the floor on wheels
* Plastic glides protect floors.
* Simple assembly is required.
* Clean with a dry, dust free cloth. As with all fine furniture, keep out of direct sunlight and protect surfaces from heat and moisture.