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Superb Yet Simple French Super King Size Bed
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Superb Yet Simple French Super King Size Bed

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Bedsteads
Description

This Gorgeous super-king sized bed has lovely shaping on the frame, a very typically French bed with rounded corners and lower chill height. Particularly well detailed with very attractive foliate and floral shaped castings and clamps, all in great condition/detail.

Fully restored to be sturdy, practical and beautiful. Whole frame cleaned and tested for durability. Shot blasted and primed prior to hand paint finish in Little Greene’s Lute, gently waxed to protect and shine. All joints checked for secure fit.

Head Height 131cm

Foot Height 91.5cm

Side Rail Height 26.5cm

Overall Width 185cm

Overall Length 219cm

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 2” base with two of our zip and link Bordeaux mattresses. We can supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices, and also with zip and link connections for when it may be tricky getting one full width mattress into a room, or indeed for joinable single beds. Please see our web site or email for 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
131cm (51.57")
Width
185cm (72.83")
Depth
219cm (86.22")
Declaration

Bedsteads has dated this French Iron Bed Frame to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171214
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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
This Gorgeous super-king sized bed has lovely shaping on the frame, a very typically French bed with rounded corners and lower chill height.
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Particularly well detailed with very attractive foliate and floral shaped castings and clamps, all in great condition/detail.
Bedsteads
fig 1. A cream-painted French iron super king size bed frame featuring vertical spindles and cast iron ornamental details.
fig 1. Superb Yet Simple French Super King Size Bed

Fully restored to be sturdy, practical and beautiful. Whole frame cleaned and tested for durability. Shot blasted and primed prior to hand paint finish in Little Greene’s Lute, gently waxed to protect and shine. All joints checked for secure fit.

fig 2. A cream-painted French iron super king size bed frame featuring vertical spindles and cast iron ornamental details.
fig 2. Superb Yet Simple French Super King Size Bed

Head Height 131cm

Foot Height 91.5cm

Side Rail Height 26.5cm

Overall Width 185cm

Overall Length 219cm

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 cream-painted French iron super king size bed frame featuring vertical spindles and cast iron ornamental details.
fig 3. Superb Yet Simple French Super King Size Bed

The bed is photographed on 2” base with two of our zip and link Bordeaux mattresses. We can supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices, and also with zip and link connections for when it may be tricky getting one full width mattress into a room, or indeed for joinable single beds. Please see our web site or email for specifications and prices.

fig 4. A cream-painted French iron super king size bed frame featuring vertical spindles and cast iron ornamental details.
fig 4. Superb Yet Simple French Super King Size 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
131cm (51.57")
Width
185cm (72.83")
Depth
219cm (86.22")
Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this French Iron Bed Frame to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1171214
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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Telephone 01275 464 114
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Chelvey Court Barn
Chelvey Rd
Backwell
Bristol
BS48 4AA
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A cream-painted French iron super king size bed frame featuring vertical spindles and cast iron ornamental details.
Superb Yet Simple French Super King Size Bed
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A cream-painted French iron super king size bed frame featuring vertical spindles and cast iron ornamental details.
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  • ObjectBeds
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialCast Iron, Wrought Iron, Paint
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsVertical spindles, tubular frame, cast collars, rounded corners
  • SizeH 131 cm (52 in) x W 185 cm (73 in) x D 219 cm (86 in)

This French Country super king size bed dates from 1900 and exemplifies classic French Chateau style. Constructed from cast and wrought iron with a hand-painted cream finish, the frame incorporates vertical spindles, a tubular structure, cast collars, and rounded corners, accented by foliate and floral shaped castings and clamps. The bed measures 131 cm high, 185 cm wide, and 219 cm deep, and includes wood slats to support a standard super king size mattress. Suitable for use in a primary bedroom, this restored piece provides a sturdy and practical sleeping option. The design combines traditional aesthetic elements with durable construction, offering a neutral cream colour scheme that integrates into various bedroom interiors while maintaining its period character.

FAQs

Traditional French iron beds feature tubular metal frames, vertical spindles, and decorative cast iron joints, originating in the nineteenth century as durable and hygienic alternatives to wooden bedsteads.

These bed frames were constructed using hand-forged wrought iron bars, tubular iron outer frames, and cast iron decorative collars that secured the structural joints.

Authentic antique iron beds typically feature heavy cast iron dovetail side rail connectors, hand-poured decorative castings, and subtle surface irregularities from historical forge techniques.

A painted French iron bed frame adds structural texture to contemporary spaces when dressed with neutral linen bedding and set against modern neutral wall colours.

Maintain painted iron frames by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and wiping metal surfaces clean with a slightly damp cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals that might compromise the paint.
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