Minneapolis Institute of Art

Daybed

China

Date

late 16th–early 17th century

Medium

Huanghuali, cane

Department

Asian Art

Institution

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Daybeds of all types are commonly depicted in paintings and other illustrations of scholars’ studios. During the day such furniture served as a sitting or reclining platform, work area or storage surface while during the night, a bed for sleeping. As a standard form, the daybed retained the antique elegance of the raise dais or platform that a respected nobleman, scholar, or priest might occupy. This waisted bed of corner-leg construction reflects the more massive proportions and simplicity associated with Ming scholars' taste. China, Asia

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