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King Size Victorian Brass Bedstead
Wessex Antique Bedsteads
for sale €3,452     $3,747
£2,950

Wessex Antique Bedsteads

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King Size Victorian Brass Bedstead

19th century
Description

Unrestored fabulous king size Victorian brass bedstead with protruding etched brass panel on the foot end depicting love birds.

Head Height: 65" – Foot Height: 53"

Please note that the price includes full restoration and a high quality 2" platform base.

The bed will accept a standard 5ft x 6ft6 ( 150 cm x 200 cm) mattress.

We also stock a good range of quality pocket sprung mattresses.

Physical Dimensions
Height
165cm (64.96")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
211cm (83.07")
Declaration

Wessex Antique Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Brass King Bedstead to the Victorian era.

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SA1209450
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3691
Description
Unrestored fabulous king size Victorian brass bedstead with protruding etched brass panel on the foot end depicting love birds.

Head Height: 65" – Foot Height: 53"

Please note that the price includes full restoration and a high quality 2" platform base.

The bed will accept a standard 5ft x 6ft6 ( 150 cm x 200 cm) mattress.

We also stock a good range of quality pocket sprung mattresses.

Height
165cm (64.96")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
211cm (83.07")
Date of Manufacture

Wessex Antique Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Brass King Bedstead to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1209450
Dealers Internal Ref
3691
Wessex Antique Bedsteads
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A Victorian king-size brass bedstead featuring decorative vertical spindles, turned ball finials, and a central engraved brass plaque.
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Archive I A Victorian king-size brass bedstead featuring decorative vertical spindles, turned ball finials, and a central engraved brass plaque.

King size Victorian Brass Bedstead

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Wessex Antique Bedsteads
Telephone 01935 829147
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The Old Glove Works
Percombe
Stoke Sub Hamdon
Somerset
TA14 6RD
United Kingdom
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Location: The Old Glove Works, Percombe, Stoke Sub Hamdon, Somerset, TA14 6RD, United Kingdom
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A Victorian king-size brass bedstead featuring decorative vertical spindles, turned ball finials, and a central engraved brass plaque.
King size Victorian Brass Bedstead
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A Victorian king-size brass bedstead featuring decorative vertical spindles, turned ball finials, and a central engraved brass plaque.
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Victorian brass bedsteads became prominent during the mid-to-late 19th century as manufacturing techniques improved. Valued for their hygienic properties compared to traditional wooden frames, metal beds gained widespread popularity across Britain and Europe during the Industrial Revolution.

These bedsteads were typically constructed using hollow brass tubing surrounding structural iron rods or cast iron side rails. Decorative components often featured cast brass joints, porcelain or brass castors, and turned brass ball finials.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy cast iron corner joints, often referred to as dovetail or chime joints, which slot together without modern bolts. Natural oxidisation, unevenness in hand-drawn brass tubing, and original cast iron wheels or porcelain castors also indicate period origin.

A brass bedstead acts as a warm focal point when paired with crisp white or neutral linen bedding. Contrast the metallic tones against dark painted walls, such as navy or deep green, or soft botanical patterns to integrate the piece into contemporary or classic schemes.

Dust the frame regularly using a soft microfibre cloth to prevent dirt accumulation. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive metal polishes if the original protective lacquer or aged patina is present, as aggressive cleaning can strip historical surface finishes.
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