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Classic Victorian Black and Brass Straight Rail Double Bed
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Classic Victorian Black and Brass Straight Rail Double Bed

19th century
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Sold 6 November 2024 · Bedsteads
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Classic Victorian double brass and iron bed with good definition in decorative castings. Professionally restored with joints checked for good fit and side rails adapted to support wood slats. Shot blasted and primed prior to hand paint in Little Green paint company Jet Black and waxed to preserve. Original brass bell caps, knobs and straight rail lightly cleaned to preserve natural patina. Suitable for standard double mattress 4'6" x 6'3"/ 140cm x190cm

Height to top of knobs head end 139m

Height to top of knobs foot end 107cm

Side rail height 36cm

Overall width 141cm

Overall length 203cm

Price includes pine wood slats (sorry not mattress)

As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply a 2"platform top or 4" platform top or sprung top mini box base. These raise the get into bed height and offer a superior support for quality mattresses.

Photograph taken with wood slats. We can also supply hand made mattresses in all comfort choices. Details are available on our own web site under Bases and mattresses or e mail us for specifications and price list.

National and international delivery can be arranged. Please send address/postcode for quotation from one of our reliable couriers.

Bedsteads have been sourcing, restoring and retailing antique beds and bedroom furniture for over 25 years.

We do have many beds awaiting restoration if you are looking for a particular style and can send images if requested. We have our own workshops located along side our showroom in a beautiful medieval barn seven miles south of Bristol.

Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Iron Double Bed to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
139cm (54.72")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Reference Numbers
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SA1018836
Dealers Internal Reference
30/06/22
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Workshop/store open Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm.

Saturday by arrangement - please do get in contact to arrange a visit on a Saturday.

Description
Classic Victorian double brass and iron bed with good definition in decorative castings.
“
Professionally restored with joints checked for good fit and side rails adapted to support wood slats.
Bedsteads

Shot blasted and primed prior to hand paint in Little Green paint company Jet Black and waxed to preserve. Original brass bell caps, knobs and straight rail lightly cleaned to preserve natural patina. Suitable for standard double mattress 4'6" x 6'3"/ 140cm x190cm

fig 1. An antique Victorian double bed featuring a black painted cast iron frame with vertical spindle rails and polished brass finials.
fig 1. Classic Victorian Black and Brass Straight Rail Double Bed

Height to top of knobs head end 139m

Height to top of knobs foot end 107cm

Side rail height 36cm

Overall width 141cm

Overall length 203cm

Price includes pine wood slats (sorry not mattress)

As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply a 2"platform top or 4" platform top or sprung top mini box base. These raise the get into bed height and offer a superior support for quality mattresses.

fig 2. An antique Victorian double bed featuring a black painted cast iron frame with vertical spindle rails and polished brass finials.
fig 2. Classic Victorian Black and Brass Straight Rail Double Bed

Photograph taken with wood slats. We can also supply hand made mattresses in all comfort choices. Details are available on our own web site under Bases and mattresses or e mail us for specifications and price list.

fig 3. An antique Victorian double bed featuring a black painted cast iron frame with vertical spindle rails and polished brass finials.
fig 3. Classic Victorian Black and Brass Straight Rail Double Bed

National and international delivery can be arranged. Please send address/postcode for quotation from one of our reliable couriers.

Bedsteads have been sourcing, restoring and retailing antique beds and bedroom furniture for over 25 years.

fig 4. An antique Victorian double bed featuring a black painted cast iron frame with vertical spindle rails and polished brass finials.
fig 4. Classic Victorian Black and Brass Straight Rail Double Bed

We do have many beds awaiting restoration if you are looking for a particular style and can send images if requested. We have our own workshops located along side our showroom in a beautiful medieval barn seven miles south of Bristol.

Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Iron Double Bed to the Victorian era.

Height
139cm (54.72")
Width
141cm (55.51")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1018836
Dealers Internal Ref
30/06/22
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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Bristol
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An antique Victorian double bed featuring a black painted cast iron frame with vertical spindle rails and polished brass finials.
Classic Victorian black and brass straight rail double bed
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An antique Victorian double bed featuring a black painted cast iron frame with vertical spindle rails and polished brass finials.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBeds
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCast Iron, Wrought Iron, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsVertical spindle rails, polished brass finials, cast iron joints
  • SizeH 139 cm (55 in) x W 141 cm (56 in) x D 203 cm (80 in)

FAQs

During the Victorian era, advancements in industrial manufacturing allowed for the mass production of cast and wrought iron beds. These metal frames became popular due to their durability and hygienic qualities compared to traditional wooden beds, which were susceptible to pests.

These beds were typically constructed using a combination of cast iron for structural stability and ornamentation, wrought iron for frames, and polished brass for finials, top rails, and decorative accents.

Authentic pieces often feature hand-poured iron castings with slight irregularities, dovetail or wedge joint mechanisms specific to the period, heavy components, and makers marks or registration numbers stamped into the metal.

An antique metal bed serves as a striking focal point in contemporary spaces, pairing well with neutral linens, minimalist bedside tables, and contrasting textures like exposed brick or soft drapery to balance the industrial aesthetic.

Maintenance involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that can damage the protective lacquer on brass or the painted finish on iron. Periodically check and tighten the structural joints to ensure stability.
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