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Matching Pair of Antique Platform Beds in Cream
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for sale €2,574     $2,794
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Matching Pair of Antique Platform Beds in Cream

19th century
For Sale by Seventh Heaven
Description

A matching pair of wide single low end/platform bedsteads, finished in cream with arched head panel and ornate castings, dating from 1880 to 1900.

These beds take wide single 3ft 6in wide x 6ft 3in long bases and mattresses (42 inches by 75inches or 110cmx190cm).

You will need a bed base to support the mattress. Bed bases sit on the bedstead frame and can be either firm or sprung and come in different depths with a choice of covers.

A PAIR OF BED BASES IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF THIS BED.

Sprung bases, mattresses, bedding and linen are extra and can be supplied by Seventh Heaven.

This bed is on display in our large showrooms in Chirk Mill, on the North Wales border an hour from Birmingham, Manchester or Liverpool. We are open 5 days a week ( Tuesday - Saturday) for visiting and for telephoning/e-mailing.

Physical Dimensions
Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
200cm (78.74")
Declaration

Seventh Heaven has dated these Antique Cream Iron Beds to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1161758
Dealers Internal Reference
MP60
Dealers Notes

The price is for the bed frame and a firm bed base.

A sprung base, mattress, bedding and linen are extra and can be supplied by ourselves

This bed is on display in our large showrooms in Chirk Mill, on the North Wales border an hour from Birmingham, Manchester or Liverpool. We are open 5 days a week ( Tuesday - Saturday) for visiting and for telephoning/e-mailing.

Please see our website www.seventh-heaven.co.uk for our full range of antique beds along with furniture, mattresses, bases, bedding and linen.

Tel 01691777622

email- sales@seventh-heaven.co.uk

Description
A matching pair of wide single low end/platform bedsteads, finished in cream with arched head panel and ornate castings, dating from 1880 to 1900.
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These beds take wide single 3ft 6in wide x 6ft 3in long bases and mattresses (42 inches by 75inches or 110cmx190cm).
Seventh Heaven
fig 1. A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details.
fig 1. Matching Pair of Antique Platform Beds in Cream

You will need a bed base to support the mattress. Bed bases sit on the bedstead frame and can be either firm or sprung and come in different depths with a choice of covers.

A PAIR OF BED BASES IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF THIS BED.

fig 2. A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details.
fig 2. Matching Pair of Antique Platform Beds in Cream

Sprung bases, mattresses, bedding and linen are extra and can be supplied by Seventh Heaven.

This bed is on display in our large showrooms in Chirk Mill, on the North Wales border an hour from Birmingham, Manchester or Liverpool. We are open 5 days a week ( Tuesday - Saturday) for visiting and for telephoning/e-mailing.

Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
200cm (78.74")
Date of Manufacture

Seventh Heaven has dated these Antique Cream Iron Beds to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161758
Dealers Internal Ref
MP60
Seventh Heaven
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2013
Dealer Profile

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

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A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details.
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Archive I A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details.

Matching Pair of Antique Platform Beds in Cream

Archive II A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details. View II
Archive III A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details. View III
Archive IV A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details. View IV
Archive V A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details. View V
Archive VI A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details. View VI
Archive VII A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details. View VII
Archive VIII A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details. View VIII
Archive IX A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details. View IX
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Seventh Heaven
Telephone 01691 777 622
Location
Chirk Mill
Chirk
Wrexham
LL14 5BU
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/divinedreams
Verified Since Mar 2013
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A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details.
Matching Pair of Antique Platform Beds in Cream
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A matching pair of cream-painted antique iron single bedsteads featuring decorative arched headboards with looped wirework details.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBedsteads
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWrought Iron, Cast Iron, Painted Metal
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsArched headboards, Cast iron joints, Wirework arches, Tubular legs
  • SizeH 137 cm (54 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 200 cm (79 in)

This matching pair of Victorian wrought iron, cast iron and painted metal bedsteads showcases an English country house style with cream painted surfaces and arched headboards adorned with looped wirework details, ornate castings and tubular legs. Dating from the Victorian period, these items exhibit traditional construction methods including cast iron joints, and are finished with a painted cream coat. Each bedstead stands 137 cm high, 107 cm wide and 200 cm deep. These pieces find their place in a home today as bedroom furnishings, accommodating wide single bases and mattresses. They offer a functional sleeping arrangement that complements traditional and period interiors, suitable for everyday residential use in guest rooms or primary bedrooms.

FAQs

Iron bedsteads became widely popular during the mid-to-late Victorian era as industrial manufacturing techniques allowed for mass production. They were heavily promoted for sanitary reasons, as iron frames were easier to clean and harboured fewer pests compared to traditional wooden bed frames.

Traditional metal bedsteads were constructed using wrought iron tubing for the structural frame and decorative elements, combined with poured cast iron for decorative corner joints, rosettes, and finials. These components were typically painted or lacquered for protection.

Authentic pieces feature heavy cast iron joints that drop onto tapered side rails, forming a sturdy dovetail connection without modern bolts. Look for hand-poured iron mouldings, minor surface irregularities from casting, and historical painted finishes beneath later coats.

Pair antique iron beds with natural linen bedding, textured blankets, and neutral colour schemes to soften the metal framework. Placing a pair of single bedsteads against exposed brickwork or painted panelling enhances textural contrast within modern country schemes.

Maintain painted iron frames by dusting regularly with a dry, soft cloth and wiping down with a damp cloth if necessary. Ensure the metal remains dry to prevent rust, and touch up any flaking paint with a suitable metal-safe primer and topcoat to protect the underlying iron.
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