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Celtic Style Victorian All Iron King Size Bed
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Celtic Style Victorian All Iron King Size Bed

19th century
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* Reduced to reflect 20% Sale on our own Website *

A lovely king size all iron bedstead. Likely an English bed with traditionally Celtic/Irish stylings. Lovely shaping on the head end with gently curved corners which surround the very attractive panel which has round iron bar presented in a lovely diamond shape, with a solid iron cast flower sitting centrally. Gorgeous clamps and castings, with lovely cut our and geometric shaping.

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 Jack Black, waxed over to protect and give a soft sheen. All joints checked for secure fit.

Head Height 133cm

Foot Height 35.5cm

Side Rail Height 35.5cm

Overall Width 152cm

Overall Length 203cm

Suitable for standard king Size mattress 150cm x 200cm / 5’ x 6’6”

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” bed base with our Chartres mattress. We can supply hand-made mattresses in all comfort choices, and also with zip and link connections. 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
133cm (52.36")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Declaration

Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Iron Bed Frame to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192941
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64/20a
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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 *

A lovely king size all iron bedstead. Likely an English bed with traditionally Celtic/Irish stylings. Lovely shaping on the head end with gently curved corners which surround the very attractive panel which has round iron bar presented in a lovely diamond shape, with a solid iron cast flower sitting centrally. Gorgeous clamps and castings, with lovely cut our and geometric shaping.

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 Jack Black, waxed over to protect and give a soft sheen.
Bedsteads

All joints checked for secure fit.

fig 1. A Victorian black iron king-size bedstead featuring a rounded headboard frame decorated with geometric Celtic strapwork and cast iron bosses.
fig 1. Celtic Style Victorian All Iron King Size Bed

Head Height 133cm

Foot Height 35.5cm

Side Rail Height 35.5cm

Overall Width 152cm

Overall Length 203cm

Suitable for standard king Size mattress 150cm x 200cm / 5’ x 6’6”

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 2. A Victorian black iron king-size bedstead featuring a rounded headboard frame decorated with geometric Celtic strapwork and cast iron bosses.
fig 2. Celtic Style Victorian All Iron King Size Bed

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

fig 3. A Victorian black iron king-size bedstead featuring a rounded headboard frame decorated with geometric Celtic strapwork and cast iron bosses.
fig 3. Celtic Style Victorian All Iron 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
133cm (52.36")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Iron Bed Frame to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1192941
Dealers Internal Ref
64/20a
Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2011

Specialist in antique beds

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A Victorian black iron king-size bedstead featuring a rounded headboard frame decorated with geometric Celtic strapwork and cast iron bosses.
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Victorian iron bedsteads feature tubular or solid iron framing constructed using cast-iron decorative corner brackets and joints. Popular from the mid-nineteenth century, they often incorporate geometric tracery, scrollwork, or floral motifs cast into the frame.

These beds were manufactured using wrought iron for straight rails and structural rods, combined with molten iron poured into moulds to create decorative bosses, joints, and corner connectors. The side rails typically attach via cast-iron dovetail joints.

Authentic period frames feature heavy cast-iron joinery, hand-wrought iron details with minor imperfections, and dovetail slot fittings where the side angles meet the head and footboards. Modern reproductions are significantly lighter and often use hollow tubes with modern bolt fixings.

Contrast the dark metal frame against light, neutral wall shades and layer with crisp white cotton bedding or textured linen throws. The slim silhouette of an iron headboard keeps smaller bedrooms feeling open while introducing period architecture.

Dust the ironwork regularly with a soft, dry cloth and inspect for signs of rust or oxidisation. Apply a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax or specialist furniture wax annually to preserve the finish and protect raw metal elements from moisture.
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