Mid-Century Modern Walnut Headboard | Vintage Full/Queen |GeometricDesign

This vintage walnut headboard showcases a distinctive two-tier composition that was popular among American case-good manufacturers during the mid-century period. An upper gallery of recessed geometric compartments sits above a lower section of rich, bookmatched veneer paneling, creating a layered visual rhythm that sets it apart from simpler flat-panel designs of the same era.

The piece is built with solid wood framing and legs, joined with bolt-style knock-down hardware typical of the period’s bedroom furniture construction. The warm walnut finish highlights natural grain movement across the lower panels, giving the piece genuine depth and character.

Specifications:

• Style: Mid-Century Modern / American Case Good
• Material: Walnut veneer and solid wood
• Estimated era: 1960s–1970s
• Width: approximately 60”
• Fits: Full or Queen bed frame

The layered gallery-and-panel treatment reflects a broader mid-century interest in adding depth and texture to case-good surfaces through segmented design elements. No maker’s mark is present on this piece.

Available from Secondhand Stories in our Central New Jersey warehouse by appointment. We specialize in carefully selected vintage furniture, lighting, art, and home décor, offering unique pieces that bring history and character into modern homes.

Dimensions: 60w 1.5d 39.5h

Condition: age appropriate wear, vintage finish worn, scuffs/scratches, edge wear, discoloration, see photos.

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