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Harlequin Pair of Utilitarian Single Beds – Can Be Joined

19th century
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Sold 19 June 2025 · Bedsteads
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Description

This fabulous pair of Harlequin beds are a lovely duo. Timelessly fashionable, these beds are a great choice for spare rooms or holiday homes as they can be joined to make an occasional King size bed.

There are minor differences in regards to the clamps on these beds, but the heights of the head ends and siderails line up perfectly making them a great harlequin pair.

The bed has been professionally restored with all joints checked with rails adapted to support wood slats and standard single mattresses 75cm x 190cm / 2'6" x 6'3". The beds can be joined to make an occasional king size bed using zip and Link Mattresses – We can supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please ask for details or look at mattress section of our own website.

Head Height 103cm

Foot Height 55cm

Side rail height 38cm

Overall width 77cm

Overall length 203cm

Joined Width 154cm

Price includes wood slats (sorry not mattress)

As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply a 2" deep upholstered mini box base. Beds photographed on slats. We can also supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please ask for details or look at mattress section of our own website.

We can arrange local, national and international delivery with reliable couriers. Please send postcode/address for quotation.

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 these Industrial Metal Twin Beds to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Reference Numbers
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SA1090205
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Description
This fabulous pair of Harlequin beds are a lovely duo.
“
Timelessly fashionable, these beds are a great choice for spare rooms or holiday homes as they can be joined to make an occasional King size bed.
Bedsteads
fig 1. A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards.
fig 1. Harlequin Pair of Utilitarian Single Beds – Can Be Joined

There are minor differences in regards to the clamps on these beds, but the heights of the head ends and siderails line up perfectly making them a great harlequin pair.

The bed has been professionally restored with all joints checked with rails adapted to support wood slats and standard single mattresses 75cm x 190cm / 2'6" x 6'3". The beds can be joined to make an occasional king size bed using zip and Link Mattresses – We can supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please ask for details or look at mattress section of our own website.

fig 2. A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards.
fig 2. Harlequin Pair of Utilitarian Single Beds – Can Be Joined

Head Height 103cm

Foot Height 55cm

Side rail height 38cm

Overall width 77cm

Overall length 203cm

Joined Width 154cm

Price includes wood slats (sorry not mattress)

As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply a 2" deep upholstered mini box base. Beds photographed on slats. We can also supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please ask for details or look at mattress section of our own website.

fig 3. A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards.
fig 3. Harlequin Pair of Utilitarian Single Beds – Can Be Joined

We can arrange local, national and international delivery with reliable couriers. Please send postcode/address for quotation.

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 these Industrial Metal Twin Beds to the Victorian era.

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1090205
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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Archive I A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Harlequin Pair of Utilitarian Single Beds – Can Be Joined

Archive II A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards. View II
Archive III A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards. View III
Archive IV A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards. View IV
Archive V A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards. View V
Archive VI A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards. View VI
Archive VII A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards. View VII
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Telephone 01275 464 114
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Chelvey Court Barn
Chelvey Rd
Backwell
Bristol
BS48 4AA
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A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards.
Harlequin Pair of Utilitarian Single Beds – Can Be Joined
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A pair of matching black painted metal single bed frames featuring tubular vertical spindles and low footboards.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBeds
  • Period19th century
  • StyleIndustrial Loft
  • MaterialIron, Steel
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsTubular vertical spindles, Curved footboards, Joined frame capability
  • SizeH 103 cm (41 in) x W 77 cm (30 in) x D 203 cm (80 in)

FAQs

Industrial metal and iron beds gained popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries due to their hygienic properties, durability, and ease of mass production for institutions and domestic use.

These beds typically utilised tubular iron, cast iron components, and steel rails, often joined with mechanical brackets and finished with protective painted or japanned coatings.

Authentic pieces often exhibit period manufacturing techniques such as hand-poured joint nodes, original patination, heavier gauge metal, and historical casting marks rather than modern lightweight tubular steel.

They pair effectively with neutral linens, exposed brick, and reclaimed wood furniture to balance utilitarian structure with textural softness.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a dry cloth and avoiding moisture. Treat any surface oxidisation gently with neutral wax rather than abrasive cleaners.
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