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Impressively Detailed Super King Size Victorian Antique Bed.
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Impressively Detailed Super King Size Victorian Antique Bed.

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Bedsteads
Description

* Reduced to reflect 20% Sale on our own Website *

This stunning super king size bed is absolutely spectacular. The head and the foot have particularly attractive decorative castings with floral brass disks. These castings support the gorgeous brass bow shaped top rail which is also supported by three rod ends with attractive spindle detail in the middle. All original brass which we have cleaned tightened and highlighted. Very nice detail across the whole bed, a truly luxurious feeling bed, without being overly ornate.

Whole frame shot blasted and primed prior to hand pant finish in Little Greene’s Pompeian Ash. Dark waxed over to protect and give a gentle shine.

Head Height 156cm

Foot Height 116cm

Side Rail Height 38cm

Overall Width 184cm

Overall Length 215cm

Suitable for standard Super King size mattress 6’ x 6’6” / 180cm 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 slats with one of our Bordeaux mattresses. We can also 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
156cm (61.42")
Width
184cm (72.44")
Depth
215cm (84.65")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1148297
Dealers Internal Reference
185/22
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 *

This stunning super king size bed is absolutely spectacular. The head and the foot have particularly attractive decorative castings with floral brass disks.

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These castings support the gorgeous brass bow shaped top rail which is also supported by three rod ends with attractive spindle detail in the middle.
Bedsteads

All original brass which we have cleaned tightened and highlighted. Very nice detail across the whole bed, a truly luxurious feeling bed, without being overly ornate.

fig 1. A Victorian super king size bedstead featuring a painted dark metal frame, vertical spindles, and polished brass top rails with urn finials.
fig 1. Impressively Detailed Super King Size Victorian Antique Bed.

Whole frame shot blasted and primed prior to hand pant finish in Little Greene’s Pompeian Ash. Dark waxed over to protect and give a gentle shine.

Head Height 156cm

Foot Height 116cm

Side Rail Height 38cm

fig 2. A Victorian super king size bedstead featuring a painted dark metal frame, vertical spindles, and polished brass top rails with urn finials.
fig 2. Impressively Detailed Super King Size Victorian Antique Bed.

Overall Width 184cm

Overall Length 215cm

Suitable for standard Super King size mattress 6’ x 6’6” / 180cm 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.

fig 3. A Victorian super king size bedstead featuring a painted dark metal frame, vertical spindles, and polished brass top rails with urn finials.
fig 3. Impressively Detailed Super King Size Victorian Antique Bed.

The bed is photographed on slats with one of our Bordeaux mattresses. We can also supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices. Please see our web site or email for full specifications and prices.

fig 4. A Victorian super king size bedstead featuring a painted dark metal frame, vertical spindles, and polished brass top rails with urn finials.
fig 4. Impressively Detailed Super King Size Victorian Antique Bed.

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.

Height
156cm (61.42")
Width
184cm (72.44")
Depth
215cm (84.65")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1148297
Dealers Internal Ref
185/22
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Bedsteads Profile Page

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Archive I A Victorian super king size bedstead featuring a painted dark metal frame, vertical spindles, and polished brass top rails with urn finials.

Impressively Detailed Super King Size Victorian Antique Bed.

Archive II A Victorian super king size bedstead featuring a painted dark metal frame, vertical spindles, and polished brass top rails with urn finials. View II
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Telephone 01275 464 114
Location
Chelvey Court Barn
Chelvey Rd
Backwell
Bristol
BS48 4AA
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A Victorian super king size bedstead featuring a painted dark metal frame, vertical spindles, and polished brass top rails with urn finials.
Impressively Detailed Super King Size Victorian Antique Bed.
Ref: SA1148297
A Victorian super king size bedstead featuring a painted dark metal frame, vertical spindles, and polished brass top rails with urn finials.
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FAQs

Victorian iron and brass bedsteads were manufactured during the nineteenth century, featuring frames constructed from wrought or cast iron combined with decorative brass accents such as top rails, knobs, and finials. They were developed as a durable, hygienic alternative to traditional wooden bed frames.

These bed frames rely on heavy cast iron for corner joints and structural castings, wrought iron or steel tubing for the internal vertical spindles, and spun or solid brass for decorative components like top rails and corner finials.

Authentic pieces feature heavy cast iron corner joints known as chill casts, thread-mounted brass finials, and hand-fitted brass caps. Original iron frames often display slight surface imperfections from hand casting, alongside historic maker stamps on the corner brackets.

A Victorian metal bedframe functions as a structural focal point when paired with modern linen bedding, neutral wall tones, and contemporary side tables, creating a balanced mix of historical structure and contemporary comfort.

Painted iron sections require dusting with a soft dry cloth and gentle spot cleaning with mild soapy water if necessary. Brass components should be lightly buffed with a microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh abrasive cleaners that strip protective lacquer or historic patina.
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