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Delightfully Attractive and Simple Double with Brass Detail and Marquetry.
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Delightfully Attractive and Simple Double with Brass Detail and Marquetry.

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Bedsteads
Description

This delightfully attractive bed has attractive shaping and a lovely mix of Mahogany wood, brass and fruitwood marquetry. The brass has been cleaned and polished to preserve and highlight natural patina. Nicely shaped finials and pretty fruitwood banding detail on posts and gallery shaping. This bed also has a pretty arts and crafts style marquetry shell motif.

A lovely bed which we have cleaned and restored to ensure a solid and sturdy bed. The frame has been cleaned and professionally restored. Vono side rails checked to ensure a good fit.

This bed will fit a double mattress 4’6cm x x6’3” / 135cm x 190cm

Head Height 153cm

Foot Height 122.5cm

Side Rail Height 39cm

Overall Width 142cm

Overall Length 208cm

Price includes wood slats (sorry not mattress).

As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply mini box bases for superior mattress support and to raise the get into bed height. The bed is photographed on slats and one of our Bordeaux mattresses.

We can also supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please see our web site or e mail for full specifications and prices.

Bedsteads have been sourcing, restoring and retailing antique beds and bedroom furniture for over 25 years. We have our own workshops located along side our showroom in a beautiful medieval barn seven miles south of Bristol.

We can arrange both national and international delivery. Please send post code for quotation.

Physical Dimensions
Height
153cm (60.24")
Width
142cm (55.91")
Depth
208cm (81.89")
Declaration

Bedsteads has dated this Antique Mahogany Brass Bedstead to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1103485
Dealers Internal Reference
63/24
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Saturday by arrangement - please do get in contact to arrange a visit on a Saturday.

Description
This delightfully attractive bed has attractive shaping and a lovely mix of Mahogany wood, brass and fruitwood marquetry. The brass has been cleaned and polished to preserve and highlight natural patina. Nicely shaped finials and pretty fruitwood banding detail on posts and gallery shaping. This bed also has a pretty arts and crafts style marquetry shell motif.
fig 1. An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard.
fig 1. Delightfully Attractive and Simple Double with Brass Detail and Marquetry.

A lovely bed which we have cleaned and restored to ensure a solid and sturdy bed. The frame has been cleaned and professionally restored. Vono side rails checked to ensure a good fit.

This bed will fit a double mattress 4’6cm x x6’3” / 135cm x 190cm

fig 2. An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard.
fig 2. Delightfully Attractive and Simple Double with Brass Detail and Marquetry.

Head Height 153cm

Foot Height 122.5cm

Side Rail Height 39cm

Overall Width 142cm

Overall Length 208cm

Price includes wood slats (sorry not mattress).

“
As an alternative to the wood slats we can supply mini box bases for superior mattress support and to raise the get into bed height.
Bedsteads

The bed is photographed on slats and one of our Bordeaux mattresses.

fig 3. An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard.
fig 3. Delightfully Attractive and Simple Double with Brass Detail and Marquetry.

We can also supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please see our web site or e mail for full specifications and prices.

Bedsteads have been sourcing, restoring and retailing antique beds and bedroom furniture for over 25 years. We have our own workshops located along side our showroom in a beautiful medieval barn seven miles south of Bristol.

We can arrange both national and international delivery. Please send post code for quotation.

Height
153cm (60.24")
Width
142cm (55.91")
Depth
208cm (81.89")
Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Antique Mahogany Brass Bedstead to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1103485
Dealers Internal Ref
63/24
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard.
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Archive I An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard.

Delightfully Attractive and Simple Double with Brass Detail and Marquetry.

Archive II An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard. View II
Archive III An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard. View III
Archive IV An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard. View IV
Archive V An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard. View V
Archive VI An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard. View VI
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Telephone 01275 464 114
Location
Chelvey Court Barn
Chelvey Rd
Backwell
Bristol
BS48 4AA
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An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard.
Delightfully Attractive and Simple Double with Brass Detail and Marquetry.
Ref: SA1103485
An antique mahogany double bed frame featuring polished brass upright spindles, brass urn finials, and an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBed Frames & Bedsteads
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Marquetry Inlay
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass spindles, Marquetry inlay medallion, Urn finials, Castors
  • SizeH 153 cm (60 in) x W 142 cm (56 in) x D 208 cm (82 in)

This Edwardian double bed frame combines warm brown mahogany, polished brass, and fruitwood marquetry. The structure incorporates upright brass spindles, urn finials at the corners, an oval marquetry medallion inlaid on the footboard, and small castors beneath the legs. The cleaned and restored mahogany displays a rich timber tone complemented by bright metalwork and decorative inlay. Measuring 153 cm high, 142 cm wide, and 208 cm deep, the frame accommodates a standard double mattress on wood slats. Suitable for placement in a master bedroom or guest room, this bedstead offers a classic English country house aesthetic. The robust wooden posts and metal fittings provide reliable daily support, while the traditional design complements a range of heritage and transitional interiors. Users can pair the frame with standard bedding and various mattress options to complete the sleeping arrangement.

FAQs

Edwardian bedsteads from the early 20th century typically feature lighter proportions than earlier Victorian designs, combining rich hardwoods like mahogany with polished brass spindles, delicate marquetry inlays, and elegant urn-shaped finials.

Bedsteads of this era were constructed using solid or veneered mahogany joined with mortise and tenon joints, complemented by tubular brass railings, cast iron side rails, and hand-cut marquetry using contrasting timbers like satinwood.

Authentic period bedsteads display iron corner cleats that slot together without modern bolts, original brass castors on the feet, natural timber oxidisation on unseen surfaces, and hand-finished inlay work rather than printed motifs.

An antique wooden bedstead can be integrated into modern interiors by dressing it with neutral linen bedding, pairing it with modern minimalist side tables, and placing it against warm painted walls to highlight the brass work and wood grain.

Mahogany elements should be waxed periodically with a natural beeswax polish applied along the grain, while brass fittings ought to be dusted with a soft cloth to maintain patina without harsh chemical cleaners that strip period lacquers.
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