How Do You Decorate With Cannon Ball Bedroom Furniture?
The cannon ball bed is a style from the Federal period of furnishings and architecture which spanned the years from 1780-1830 (see Reference 1). This era rode in on the coat tails of the Revolutionary War, and the designer’s integration of the cannonball symbol on the posts and legs of the bed are a natural extension of the patriotic enthusiasm of the time. Cannon ball beds and coordinating bedroom pieces are still produced today, most notably by Amish artisans (see Reference 2). Sturdiness, strength and hardwood construction are the hallmarks of cannon ball furniture (see Reference 3). Place your cannon ball bed in your bedroom. This will be the focal point of your decorating scheme. When you choose your placement, keep the symmetry of the room in mind; this is an important feature of the Federal style. If you have two well-spaced windows on one wall, consider placing the bed between them, or center the bed on a featureless wall. If the room is large enough for a sitting area, place t
