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Victorian Iron and Brass King Size No End Bed Lovely Spindles and Finials
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Victorian Iron and Brass King Size No End Bed Lovely Spindles and Finials

19th century
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A highly attractive Victorian king size no end bed with lovely original Finials which has fabulous shaping, collars and spindles which we have cleaned and highlighted to bring out the lovely natural patina of the brass. Very nice and good condition castings and clamps, the castings have a particularly nice fleur de-lis style 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 Jack Black, lightly dark waxed over to protect and give a soft sheen. All joints checked for secure fit.

Head Height 134cm

Foot Height 35.5cm

Side Rail Height 35.5cm

Overall Width 153.5cm

Overall Length 203cm

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” 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
134cm (52.76")
Width
135.5cm (53.35")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1195825
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Description
A highly attractive Victorian king size no end bed with lovely original Finials which has fabulous shaping, collars and spindles which we have cleaned and highlighted to bring out the lovely natural patina of the brass.
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Very nice and good condition castings and clamps, the castings have a particularly nice fleur de-lis style shaping.
Bedsteads
fig 1. A Victorian black iron king-size bed frame featuring vertical headboard spindles, a brass top rail, decorative brass finials, and a low foot end.
fig 1. Victorian Iron and Brass King Size No End Bed Lovely Spindles and Finials

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

fig 2. A Victorian black iron king-size bed frame featuring vertical headboard spindles, a brass top rail, decorative brass finials, and a low foot end.
fig 2. Victorian Iron and Brass King Size No End Bed Lovely Spindles and Finials

Head Height 134cm

Foot Height 35.5cm

Side Rail Height 35.5cm

Overall Width 153.5cm

Overall Length 203cm

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.

fig 3. A Victorian black iron king-size bed frame featuring vertical headboard spindles, a brass top rail, decorative brass finials, and a low foot end.
fig 3. Victorian Iron and Brass King Size No End Bed Lovely Spindles and Finials

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 4. A Victorian black iron king-size bed frame featuring vertical headboard spindles, a brass top rail, decorative brass finials, and a low foot end.
fig 4. Victorian Iron and Brass King Size No End Bed Lovely Spindles and Finials

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
134cm (52.76")
Width
135.5cm (53.35")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1195825
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A Victorian black iron king-size bed frame featuring vertical headboard spindles, a brass top rail, decorative brass finials, and a low foot end.
Victorian Iron and Brass King Size No End Bed lovely Spindles and Finials
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A Victorian black iron king-size bed frame featuring vertical headboard spindles, a brass top rail, decorative brass finials, and a low foot end.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBeds
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialIron, Brass
  • ColourBlack, Brass
  • MotifsBrass finials, Vertical spindles, Brass top rail, Low foot end
  • SizeH 134 cm (53 in) x W 135.5 cm (53 in) x D 203 cm (80 in)

This Victorian iron and brass king size no end bed combines black painted metal with polished brass elements. The high headboard incorporates vertical spindles, a horizontal brass top rail with decorative brass finials, and fleur-de-lis style castings with collars. The frame has a low foot end with simple tubular black iron supports and horizontal crossbars near the floor. The metal surface holds a hand-painted black finish with a soft dark wax sheen, complemented by cleaned and highlighted brass details. The bed measures 134 cm high, 153.5 cm wide, and 203 cm deep, accommodating a standard king size mattress. It is suited for use in a master bedroom or guest room within an English Country House interior scheme, pairing with traditional or transitional furnishings.

FAQs

Victorian iron and brass bed frames emerged during the mid-19th century as a hygienic, durable alternative to wooden bedsteads, featuring cast or wrought iron framework decorated with polished brass top rails, spindles, and finials.

These bedsteads were built using hand-forged wrought iron or cast iron components joined with heavy-duty cast corner joints known as dovetail joints, often incorporating tubular brass rails and threaded brass finials for ornament.

Authentic Victorian metal beds feature heavy cast iron corner joints, original stamped manufacturer marks or registration numbers on the frame, threaded brass finials, and slight natural surface irregularity from historic iron casting techniques.

Balance the crisp metal lines of a black iron bedframe by pairing it with neutral layered linens, textured wool throws, and modern bedside tables to create a clean, balanced look in contemporary or period settings.

Dust the frame regularly with a dry cloth, apply a light coat of clear microcrystalline wax to exposed iron parts to prevent rust, and clean brass accents with a soft cloth while avoiding harsh chemicals that strip natural patina.
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