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By around 3000 BCE, Ancient Egyptians were already sleeping on raised wooden bed frames—some of the earliest surviving beds of their kind. These finely crafted beds could be symbols of comfort and status, with raised frames, carved details, and elaborate headrests. Today, Egyptian bedrooms trade wooden headrests for plush pillows and upholstery—but the desire to make a sleeping space feel special remains. Give an age-old luxury a modern makeover!