Antique Cradle In Solid Beech – Early 20th Century

Antique Solid Beechwood Cradle – Early 20th Century

A Childhood Treasure Passed Down Through Generations

This charming cradle, handcrafted in turned solid beechwood in the early 20th century, seems to have stepped straight out of a fairytale. Every detail – from the finely turned spindles to the soft, rounded shape – evokes the tenderness of a newborn’s first days, gently rocked by the loving hands of a watchful mother or father.

It once belonged to a family in the French countryside, where it welcomed several generations of newborns.

The smooth and stable rocking mechanism helped soothe little ones with a calming motion, while the tall curved wooden arm was designed to hold a protective canopy, softening the light and enhancing the peacefulness of the baby’s cocoon.

This cradle still carries within it the memory of quiet nights, first smiles, and the warmth of early beginnings. It can easily resume its original purpose with a simple cleaning of the mattress cover (included but slightly stained), or be transformed into a charming decorative piece: in a nursery, a cozy reading nook, or even as a poetic centerpiece in a boutique or photo studio.

An object filled with tenderness and history, ready to cradle new dreams… or to inspire a timeless atmosphere, between nostalgia and poetry.

Features:

• Period: Early 20th century

• Material: Solid beechwood

• Style: Rustic, traditional, country home

• Gentle manual rocking system

• Tall arm for canopy or fabric drape

• Mattress included (cover slightly stained – may need cleaning or replacing)

• Condition: Very sound structure – light wear to the fabric

Dimensions:

• Total length: 120 cm ≈ 47.2 in

• Width: 58 cm ≈ 22.8 in

• Height of cradle: 80 cm ≈ 31.5 in

• Total height with arm: 188 cm ≈ 74 in