late 19th century tester with dentil-molded cornice installed with gathered fabric and having poles and rings for drapery panels; on turned, carved and reeded posts flanking a headboard with broken swan's-neck pediment centering a carved shell; footboard lower but with corresponding design, and with square-edged side rails. (Nicks, scuffs and scratches consistent with age) H81 1/2" W66 1/2" D85"