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Gorgeous King Size Iron and Brass Victorian Bed.
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Gorgeous King Size Iron and Brass Victorian Bed.

1900 - 1920
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Absolutely gorgeous Victorian iron and brass bed is brimming with detail. The head end has lovely bell-shaped brass caps and rod ends. The foot end has beautiful knees, collars and husks, all matching the uniquely shaped finials. The foot also has nicely shaped spindles and a particularly attractive double brass ring detail. All finished off with a lovely brass top and bottom rail.

Whole frame shot blasted and primed prior to hand pant finish in Little Greene’s Basalt. Waxed and buffed well to protect and shine.

Head Height 152cm

Foot Height 109.5cm

Side Rail Height 36cm

Overall Width 155cm

Overall Length 216cm

Suitable for standard King size mattress 5’ x 6’6” / 150cm x 200cm

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 a 2” base with our Bordeaux mattress. We can supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please see our web site or email for full specifications and prices.

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

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 send post code/address if quote required.

Physical Dimensions
Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
216cm (85.04")
Declaration

Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Iron Brass Bedstead to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1139984
Dealers Internal Reference
83/23
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
* Reduced to reflect 20% Sale on our own Website *

Absolutely gorgeous Victorian iron and brass bed is brimming with detail. The head end has lovely bell-shaped brass caps and rod ends. The foot end has beautiful knees, collars and husks, all matching the uniquely shaped finials. The foot also has nicely shaped spindles and a particularly attractive double brass ring detail. All finished off with a lovely brass top and bottom rail.

fig 1. A Victorian king size bedstead crafted from black iron with polished brass rails, finials, and a central circular brass motif.
fig 1. Gorgeous King Size Iron and Brass Victorian Bed.

Whole frame shot blasted and primed prior to hand pant finish in Little Greene’s Basalt. Waxed and buffed well to protect and shine.

Head Height 152cm

Foot Height 109.5cm

Side Rail Height 36cm

Overall Width 155cm

fig 2. A Victorian king size bedstead crafted from black iron with polished brass rails, finials, and a central circular brass motif.
fig 2. Gorgeous King Size Iron and Brass Victorian Bed.

Overall Length 216cm

Suitable for standard King size mattress 5’ x 6’6” / 150cm x 200cm

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
fig 3. A Victorian king size bedstead crafted from black iron with polished brass rails, finials, and a central circular brass motif.
fig 3. Gorgeous King Size Iron and Brass Victorian Bed.

The bed is photographed on a 2” base with our Bordeaux mattress. We can supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please see our web site or email for full specifications and prices.

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

fig 4. A Victorian king size bedstead crafted from black iron with polished brass rails, finials, and a central circular brass motif.
fig 4. Gorgeous King Size Iron and Brass Victorian 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 send post code/address if quote required.

Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
216cm (85.04")
Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Iron Brass Bedstead to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1139984
Dealers Internal Ref
83/23
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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Chelvey Court Barn
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Backwell
Bristol
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Gorgeous King Size Iron and Brass Victorian Bed.
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Victorian iron and brass bedsteads were developed in the nineteenth century as a durable and hygienic alternative to wooden bed frames. They typically feature tubular iron frames decorated with ornamental cast iron joints, vertical spindles, and polished brass rails, collars, and finials.

These bedsteads were primarily constructed using cast iron for the corner joints and decorative brackets, alongside wrought or tubular iron for the main frame. Decorative elements such as top rails, central ornaments, and corner finials were often crafted from spun or cast brass.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy cast iron corner joints, often known as dovetail or cast joints, which slot together securely without modern bolts. Look for variations in brass thickness, handmade threaded rods inside the posts, and original maker stamps on the cast frame members.

Pairing a dark iron and brass bedstead with crisp white or neutral linen creates a balanced contrast between structure and softness. Incorporating subtle contemporary bedside tables or textured woven rugs allows the detailed metalwork to remain the principal focal point of the room.

Maintain the brass components by gently polishing with a dedicated metal cleaner to prevent excessive oxidisation, while avoiding abrasive pads that scratch the surface. Dust the iron frame regularly with a soft cloth and keep the bedstead in a dry environment to prevent moisture rust.
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