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When did man start making beds?

Nobody knows who made the first bed. By the word "bed" we mean the piece of furniture on which we sleep. Already the ancient Assyrians, Medes and Persians had beds, which were rather complex structures. They were made of stone, wood, or metal, and were often very beautifully finished.

The ancient Egyptians slept on wooden beds. The frame of such beds resembles modern ones. The beds of the Greeks had a wooden frame with a back at the head, and leather straps were stretched across, over which skins were thrown. Subsequently, these beds became quite whimsical. The bed was finished with precious woods or made of ivory with silver legs. Beds were also made of bronze.

The beds of the Romans were so high that they could only be climbed by stairs. They probably first appeared double, that is, intended for two, beds. They were covered with rich curtains and were fancifully decorated. A certain Roman emperor had a bed made of pure silver!

In the Middle Ages, many people slept right on the floor, on some kind of bedding, or on benches attached to the wall. Mattresses stuffed with hair, wool or feathers were also used, and covered with skins. But by the XNUMXth century, beds had become more luxurious. The frame was made of wood, which was painted and decorated with ornaments. Still later, beds appeared that were suspended from the ceiling or attached to the walls. And soon the bed became an important piece of home furnishings.

Author: Likum A.

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