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Very Nice Classic Straight Rail Victorian Iron and Brass Bed
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Very Nice Classic Straight Rail Victorian Iron and Brass Bed

19th century
For Sale by Bedsteads (Reserved for a buyer)
Description

A lovely example of a classic Victorian straight rail bed. Lovely Castings and central upstand with nice shaping. The brass has been cleaned and highlighted.

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 140cm

Foot Height 112cm

Side Rail Height 36cm

Overall Width 153cm

Overall Length 212cm

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

Price includes wood slats (sorry not mattress or curtains). 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” base with our Canterbury 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
140cm (55.12")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
212cm (83.46")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1204577
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Description
A lovely example of a classic Victorian straight rail bed. Lovely Castings and central upstand with nice shaping. The brass has been cleaned and highlighted.

Fully restored to be sturdy, practical and beautiful. Whole frame cleaned and tested for durability.

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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 bedstead featuring vertical metal spindles, brass top rails, and round brass finials.
fig 1. Very Nice Classic Straight Rail Victorian Iron and Brass Bed

Head Height 140cm

Foot Height 112cm

Side Rail Height 36cm

Overall Width 153cm

Overall Length 212cm

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

Price includes wood slats (sorry not mattress or curtains). 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 bedstead featuring vertical metal spindles, brass top rails, and round brass finials.
fig 2. Very Nice Classic Straight Rail Victorian Iron and Brass Bed

The bed is photographed on a 2” base with our Canterbury 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 bedstead featuring vertical metal spindles, brass top rails, and round brass finials.
fig 3. Very Nice Classic Straight Rail Victorian Iron and Brass 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
140cm (55.12")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
212cm (83.46")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1204577
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A Victorian black iron bedstead featuring vertical metal spindles, brass top rails, and round brass finials.
Very Nice Classic Straight Rail Victorian Iron and Brass Bed
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  • ObjectBeds
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Wrought Iron, Brass
  • ColourBlack and Brass
  • MotifsBrass finials, Vertical spindles, Straight top rail, Cast iron corner joints
  • SizeH 140 cm (55 in) x W 153 cm (60 in) x D 212 cm (83 in)

This Victorian bed is constructed from cast iron, wrought iron, and brass. The black iron frame holds vertical spindles beneath a straight top rail, complemented by round brass finials, detailed castings, and a central upstand with shaping on the headboard. The brass elements are cleaned and highlighted, while the metal frame has a hand-painted finish in Jack Black with a protective wax coating. The structure is fully restored, with checked joints and wood slats included to support a standard king-size mattress of 150 cm by 200 cm. Suitable for use in a main bedroom or guest room today, the piece measures 140 cm high, 153 cm wide, and 212 cm deep overall, with a foot height of 112 cm and a side rail height of 36 cm. The sturdy antique design works well within traditional and period bedroom settings, accommodating standard bedding configurations while providing a practical sleeping space.

FAQs

Victorian iron and brass beds emerged in the mid-to-late nineteenth century, combining sturdy wrought or cast iron frames with polished brass rails and decorative finials. They were mass-produced following industrial manufacturing advancements and favoured for their hygiene, durability, and classic design.

These bedsteads were primarily constructed using cast iron for corner joints and decorative mounts, wrought iron for framework and vertical spindles, and tubular brass for upper rails, caps, and finials.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy cast iron corner dovetail joints (often called chill joints) where the side rails slot into the headboard and footboard. Original brass components typically show natural oxidisation, hand-turned thread fittings, and slight irregularities consistent with Victorian manufacturing.

A Victorian iron bedstead acts as an architectural focal point in both traditional and contemporary settings. Style with crisp white linen or layered neutral textiles to contrast against the dark ironwork, pairing with minimalist timber side tables or traditional mahogany furniture.

Keep the ironwork dry and clean using a soft microfiber cloth, applying a thin layer of microcrystalline wax to prevent rust. Brass components should be dusted regularly and gently buffed with a dedicated metal polish only when necessary to maintain lacquer or original patina.
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