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Unique and Captivating Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Porcelain Detail.
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Unique and Captivating Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Porcelain Detail.

1900 - 1920
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Sold 2 September 2025 · Bedsteads
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Description

This beautiful Victorian brass and iron king size bed with its gorgeous brass and porcelain details in gorgeous green tones. Good detail in the castings and lovely solid 2” posts.

The bed rails have been strengthened and lengthened to support modern king size (5’ x 6’6” or 150cm x 200cm) mattress size. The frame has been shot blasted prior to priming and hand finishing in Little Green paint company Jet Black and waxed to preserve.

Head Height 152cm

Foot Height 114cm

Side Rail Height 40cm

Overall Width 157.5

Overall Length 219cm

Price includes wood slats (sorry not mattress) As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply mini box bases. These raise the get into bed height and offer a superior support for quality mattresses.

Photograph taken with 2" deep mini box base. 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.

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 Antique Brass Iron Bed to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
157.5cm (62.01")
Depth
219cm (86.22")
Reference Numbers
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SA1032906
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Description
This beautiful Victorian brass and iron king size bed with its gorgeous brass and porcelain details in gorgeous green tones. Good detail in the castings and lovely solid 2” posts.
“
The bed rails have been strengthened and lengthened to support modern king size (5’ x 6’6” or 150cm x 200cm) mattress size.
Bedsteads

The frame has been shot blasted prior to priming and hand finishing in Little Green paint company Jet Black and waxed to preserve.

fig 1. An antique metal bed frame featuring a dark iron structure accented with polished brass rails and green porcelain details.
fig 1. Unique and Captivating Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Porcelain Detail.

Head Height 152cm

Foot Height 114cm

Side Rail Height 40cm

Overall Width 157.5

Overall Length 219cm

Price includes wood slats (sorry not mattress) As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply mini box bases. These raise the get into bed height and offer a superior support for quality mattresses.

fig 2. An antique metal bed frame featuring a dark iron structure accented with polished brass rails and green porcelain details.
fig 2. Unique and Captivating Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Porcelain Detail.

Photograph taken with 2" deep mini box base. 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 metal bed frame featuring a dark iron structure accented with polished brass rails and green porcelain details.
fig 3. Unique and Captivating Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Porcelain Detail.

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 Antique Brass Iron Bed to the 1900s.

Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
157.5cm (62.01")
Depth
219cm (86.22")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1032906
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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Backwell
Bristol
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An antique metal bed frame featuring a dark iron structure accented with polished brass rails and green porcelain details.
Unique and Captivating Iron and Brass King size Bed with Porcelain Detail.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBeds
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialIron, Brass, Porcelain
  • ColourBlack and Brass
  • MotifsBrass finials, Porcelain cabochons, Turned spindles, Cast iron framing
  • SizeH 152 cm (60 in) x W 157.5 cm (62 in) x D 219 cm (86 in)

FAQs

Iron and brass beds gained widespread popularity during the Victorian era as advancements in industrial manufacturing allowed for the mass production of durable metal furniture. These beds were celebrated for their hygienic qualities compared to wooden frames and were produced in a vast array of styles, from simple utilitarian designs to heavily ornamented pieces featuring brass finials and porcelain details.

These beds typically combine a heavy cast and wrought iron frame with polished brass rails, spandrels, and finials. Many period examples also incorporate ceramic or porcelain roundels and painted details, joined together using traditional metal casting and threaded or wedged dovetail joints designed to support a mattress base securely.

Authentic period pieces often feature heavy, solid cast iron components, hand-finished brass elements with natural patination, and maker marks or registration numbers stamped into the metal. The construction joints typically utilise older screw threads or wedge locks rather than modern welding techniques, and minor surface imperfections often reflect hand-crafted manufacturing processes.

An antique metal bed serves as a striking focal point in a contemporary bedroom by introducing historical contrast and tactile texture. Pairing the metallic frame with soft, neutral linens, layered textiles, and minimalist modern lighting allows the craftsmanship of the bedstead to stand out without overwhelming the space.

Preserving antique metal frames involves dusting regularly with a dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that can strip protective lacquers or vintage patinas. Unlacquered brass components can be gently polished with a specialist metal cleaner if desired, while iron surfaces benefit from being kept in a stable, dry environment to prevent oxidation.
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