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Classically Tasteful Edwardian Brass and Iron King Size Bed
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Classically Tasteful Edwardian Brass and Iron King Size Bed

1900 - 1920
Sold by Bedsteads
Sold 9 July 2025 · Bedsteads
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This classically tasteful king size Edwardian bed has all the familiarity of a classic straight rail bed with a few unique, special touches, making this an individual bed without being too ‘out there’!

Lovely detail in decorative castings, with a delightful combination of round iron and square brass tube. Original brass caps, feet and central ball. All brass cleaned, polished and aged to give a lovely patina.

Professionally restored to be sturdy and practical, the frame has been shot blasted, primed and hand painted with Little Greene’s Jack Black, waxed to preserve. All joints checked to ensure a good fit.

The side rails have been strengthened and adapted to support wood slats or a bed base.

Suitable for mattress size 150cm x 200cm.

Head height 143cm

Foot height 106cm

Side rail height 42cm

Overall width 155cm

Overall length 215cm

Price includes wood slats (Sorry not mattress).

As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply a 2” or 4” deep upholstered bed base – Bed photographed on 2” base.

We can also supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please ask for details and prices or look at base and mattress section of our own web site.

Bedsteads have been sourcing, restoring and retailing antique beds and bedroom furniture for over 30 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.

Local, National and International delivery can be arranged. Please let us know your location and we can arrange quotation.

Workshop/store open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Saturday by arrangement.

Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Edwardian Brass and Iron Bed to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
143cm (56.30")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
215cm (84.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1061459
Dealers Notes

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
This classically tasteful king size Edwardian bed has all the familiarity of a classic straight rail bed with a few unique, special touches, making this an individual bed without being too ‘out there’!
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Lovely detail in decorative castings, with a delightful combination of round iron and square brass tube.
Bedsteads

Original brass caps, feet and central ball. All brass cleaned, polished and aged to give a lovely patina.

fig 1. An Edwardian iron and brass bed frame featuring a black painted finish, vertical spindle rails, and polished brass finials.
fig 1. Classically Tasteful Edwardian Brass and Iron King Size Bed

Professionally restored to be sturdy and practical, the frame has been shot blasted, primed and hand painted with Little Greene’s Jack Black, waxed to preserve. All joints checked to ensure a good fit.

fig 2. An Edwardian iron and brass bed frame featuring a black painted finish, vertical spindle rails, and polished brass finials.
fig 2. Classically Tasteful Edwardian Brass and Iron King Size Bed

The side rails have been strengthened and adapted to support wood slats or a bed base.

Suitable for mattress size 150cm x 200cm.

Head height 143cm

Foot height 106cm

Side rail height 42cm

Overall width 155cm

fig 3. An Edwardian iron and brass bed frame featuring a black painted finish, vertical spindle rails, and polished brass finials.
fig 3. Classically Tasteful Edwardian Brass and Iron King Size Bed

Overall length 215cm

Price includes wood slats (Sorry not mattress).

As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply a 2” or 4” deep upholstered bed base – Bed photographed on 2” base.

We can also supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please ask for details and prices or look at base and mattress section of our own web site.

fig 4. An Edwardian iron and brass bed frame featuring a black painted finish, vertical spindle rails, and polished brass finials.
fig 4. Classically Tasteful Edwardian Brass and Iron King Size Bed

Bedsteads have been sourcing, restoring and retailing antique beds and bedroom furniture for over 30 years. We do have many beds awaiting restoration if you are looking for a particular style and can send images if requested.

fig 5. An Edwardian iron and brass bed frame featuring a black painted finish, vertical spindle rails, and polished brass finials.
fig 5. Classically Tasteful Edwardian Brass and Iron King Size Bed

We have our own workshops located along side our showroom in a beautiful medieval barn seven miles south of Bristol.

Local, National and International delivery can be arranged. Please let us know your location and we can arrange quotation.

Workshop/store open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Saturday by arrangement.

Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Edwardian Brass and Iron Bed to the 1910s.

Height
143cm (56.30")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
215cm (84.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1061459
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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An Edwardian iron and brass bed frame featuring a black painted finish, vertical spindle rails, and polished brass finials.
Classically Tasteful Edwardian Brass and Iron King Size Bed
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An Edwardian iron and brass bed frame featuring a black painted finish, vertical spindle rails, and polished brass finials.
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  • ObjectBeds
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Brass
  • ColourBlack and Polished Brass
  • MotifsVertical spindles, Polished brass finials, Cast iron frame, Rounded corner posts
  • SizeH 143 cm (56 in) x W 155 cm (61 in) x D 215 cm (85 in)

Edwardian metal beds emerged during the early 20th century, moving away from heavy Victorian ornamentation towards lighter, more hygienic designs featuring clean vertical lines and balanced proportions.

These frames typically combine cast iron structural elements with polished brass finials, rails, and mounts, often assembled using sturdy dovetail joints and iron side rails.

Authentic pieces often exhibit hand-poured iron casting marks, authentic patination on the brass components, original porcelain castors, and construction methods characteristic of early industrial manufacturing.

Pairing the dark iron and warm brass frame with crisp white linen bedding and minimalist decor creates a balanced focal point that bridges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.

Maintain the frame by dusting regularly with a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners on the brass, and periodically checking the stability of the joints and side rails.
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