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Edwardian Wrought Iron Rocking Crib
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Edwardian Wrought Iron Rocking Crib

1900 - 1920
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An Edwardian wrought iron rocking crib from the Homeopathic Hospital in London.

104cm long

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Serendipity Antiques has dated this Wrought Iron Rocking Crib to the 1910s.

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An Edwardian wrought iron rocking crib from the Homeopathic Hospital in London.

104cm long

Date of Manufacture

Serendipity Antiques has dated this Wrought Iron Rocking Crib to the 1910s.

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SA1114667
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A cream-painted Edwardian wrought iron swinging crib featuring a wire mesh basket, curved canopy drape rod, and base with castors.
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Archive I A cream-painted Edwardian wrought iron swinging crib featuring a wire mesh basket, curved canopy drape rod, and base with castors.

Edwardian Wrought Iron Rocking Crib

Archive II A cream-painted Edwardian wrought iron swinging crib featuring a wire mesh basket, curved canopy drape rod, and base with castors. View II
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Herefordshire
HR8 2LL
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A cream-painted Edwardian wrought iron swinging crib featuring a wire mesh basket, curved canopy drape rod, and base with castors.
Edwardian wrought iron rocking crib
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A cream-painted Edwardian wrought iron swinging crib featuring a wire mesh basket, curved canopy drape rod, and base with castors.
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Originating in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, metal cribs were introduced as a sanitary alternative to traditional wooden cots. They typically feature a swinging or rocking mechanism, a wire mesh or spindle basket, and an integrated tall rod designed to hold fabric drapes or mosquito netting.

These pieces were constructed using hand-forged wrought iron for the structural framework and canopy arm, cast iron for decorative joints and base supports, and fine woven wire mesh or iron spindles for the basket enclosure. Small brass or iron castors were frequently added to the base for mobility.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-welded or riveted joinery, heavy cast iron corner mounts, and period-appropriate castors. Look for historical wear, such as flaking layers of old paint, natural oxidisation on unpainted iron sections, and an integrated, removable drape rod attachment.

While often repurposed for decorative display rather than modern childcare due to updated safety standards, these cribs serve as focal features in period properties, conservatory displays, or vintage-themed nurseries. They are frequently used to hold folded textiles, plush toys, or indoor potted plants.

Dust the ironwork regularly with a soft, dry cloth. To prevent rust, keep the item in a dry environment and treat exposed metal or oxidised spots with a light application of clear microcrystalline wax applied with fine steel wool.
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