16th-century giltwood fainting couch

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A reference to ornate Renaissance-era furniture, specifically a gilded wooden chaise longue used decoratively in wealthy households.

Appearance

Mentioned once in Look Before You Leap.

Look Before You Leap

Season 3 · Episode 16 · S03E16

“Substitute a 16th-century giltwood fainting couch for hay and watch me roll!”
— Niles

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