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Very Nice All Iron Irish King Size No End Bed with Classic Shaping
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Very Nice All Iron Irish King Size No End Bed with Classic Shaping

1900 - 1920
Sold by Bedsteads
Sold 23 March 2026 · Bedsteads
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A lovely All Iron Irish King Size bed with no end for the foot. Lovely gently curved corners for the head end shaping with a classically Irish diamond shape in the panel made from reed strip Iron. This bed has lovely castings and clamps, particularly the floral castings which flank the central diamond shape. All castings and clamps in good condition and very pretty.

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 Portland Stone Dark, lightly dark waxed over to protect and give a soft sheen. All joints checked for secure fit.

Head Height 123.5cm

Foot Height 35.5cm

Side Rail Height 35.5cm

Overall Width 153.5cm

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.

Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Antique Iron Bedstead to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
123.5cm (48.62")
Width
153.5cm (60.43")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Reference Numbers
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SA1195826
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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
A lovely All Iron Irish King Size bed with no end for the foot.
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Lovely gently curved corners for the head end shaping with a classically Irish diamond shape in the panel made from reed strip Iron.
Bedsteads

This bed has lovely castings and clamps, particularly the floral castings which flank the central diamond shape. All castings and clamps in good condition and very pretty.

fig 1. An antique cream-painted iron bedstead with curved headboard shaping and low foot rails stands on wooden floorboards.
fig 1. Very Nice All Iron Irish King Size No End Bed with Classic 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 Portland Stone Dark, lightly dark waxed over to protect and give a soft sheen. All joints checked for secure fit.

fig 2. An antique cream-painted iron bedstead with curved headboard shaping and low foot rails stands on wooden floorboards.
fig 2. Very Nice All Iron Irish King Size No End Bed with Classic Shaping

Head Height 123.5cm

Foot Height 35.5cm

Side Rail Height 35.5cm

Overall Width 153.5cm

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 3. An antique cream-painted iron bedstead with curved headboard shaping and low foot rails stands on wooden floorboards.
fig 3. Very Nice All Iron Irish King Size No End Bed with Classic Shaping

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. An antique cream-painted iron bedstead with curved headboard shaping and low foot rails stands on wooden floorboards.
fig 4. Very Nice All Iron Irish King Size No End Bed with Classic Shaping

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.

Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Antique Iron Bedstead to the 1900s.

Height
123.5cm (48.62")
Width
153.5cm (60.43")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1195826
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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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An antique cream-painted iron bedstead with curved headboard shaping and low foot rails stands on wooden floorboards.
Very nice All Iron Irish King Size No End Bed with Classic Shaping
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBeds
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialIron, Cast Iron
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsCurved headboard, Tubular iron framing, Cast joints
  • SizeH 123.5 cm (49 in) x W 153.5 cm (60 in) x D 203 cm (80 in)

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Iron bedsteads gained popularity during the Victorian era due to advancements in manufacturing and hygiene concerns regarding wooden frames. They became a staple in both grand country houses and modest homes for their durability and clean aesthetic.

These beds are typically constructed from forged iron or cast iron components, often assembled with dovetail joints or wedge-lock brackets. The surfaces were traditionally finished with japanning, enamel paint, or brass detailing.

Authentic pieces often show signs of hand-forging, hand-poured casting seams, and period-appropriate fixings rather than modern machine-threaded bolts. Gradual paint oxidisation and minor surface wear beneath layers also indicate age.

Pairing a stark metal frame with tactile natural textiles like linen bedding and wool throws softens the industrial edge. It anchors both contemporary minimalist spaces and rustic country schemes with understated architectural presence.

Maintain the frame by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners that can damage the original finish. Any minor rust spots can be gently treated with neutral wax or a fine non-scratch pad.
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