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Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts
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Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts

19th century
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An incredible Victorian King Size bed with stunning all original brass. This lovely Winfield bed has tapered posts, with incredible cast detail at the top of the posts under the knobs. And also delightfully detailed chills (the joint that connects the head or foot to the siderails). All original Brass which again is brimming with detail, the brass ‘T’ and ‘X’ joints have a lovely scrolling foliate and floral design on it which again is just lovely.

Fully restored to be sturdy, practical and beautiful. Whole frame cleaned, restored and tested for durability. All joints checked for secure fit. Shot blasted and primed prior to hand paint finish in Farrow and Ball’s Off Black, waxed over to protect and give a soft sheen. All of our beds can be re-painted in any colour of your choosing. Please contact us for more information.

R. W. Winfield & Co is a renowned British company, founded in 1829 known for its exceptional craftsmanship in the realm of furniture and beds.

With a legacy spanning several decades, R. W. Winfield & Co has earned a distinguished reputation for producing high-quality, handcrafted pieces that epitomize elegance and durability.

Today, R. W. Winfield & Co continues to be a prominent name in the world of furniture, garnering recognition for its commitment to preserving traditional techniques while incorporating innovative design elements.

With each piece, R. W. Winfield & Co carries forward a legacy of artistry, providing customers with timeless and remarkable furnishings that stand the test of time.

Head Height 146.5cm

Foot Height 105cm

Side Rail Height 42cm

Overall Width 156cm

Overall Length 217cm

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 platform and sprung bed 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
146.5cm (57.68")
Width
156cm (61.42")
Depth
217cm (85.43")
Declaration

Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Iron Brass Bedstead to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1222804
Dealers Notes

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
* Reduced to reflect 20% Sale on our own Website *

An incredible Victorian King Size bed with stunning all original brass.

“
This lovely Winfield bed has tapered posts, with incredible cast detail at the top of the posts under the knobs.
Bedsteads

And also delightfully detailed chills (the joint that connects the head or foot to the siderails). All original Brass which again is brimming with detail, the brass ‘T’ and ‘X’ joints have a lovely scrolling foliate and floral design on it which again is just lovely.

fig 1. A Victorian black iron and brass king-size bedstead featuring vertical spindles, decorative brass mounts, and brass ball finials.
fig 1. Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts

Fully restored to be sturdy, practical and beautiful. Whole frame cleaned, restored and tested for durability. All joints checked for secure fit. Shot blasted and primed prior to hand paint finish in Farrow and Ball’s Off Black, waxed over to protect and give a soft sheen. All of our beds can be re-painted in any colour of your choosing. Please contact us for more information.

fig 2. A Victorian black iron and brass king-size bedstead featuring vertical spindles, decorative brass mounts, and brass ball finials.
fig 2. Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts

R. W. Winfield & Co is a renowned British company, founded in 1829 known for its exceptional craftsmanship in the realm of furniture and beds.

With a legacy spanning several decades, R. W. Winfield & Co has earned a distinguished reputation for producing high-quality, handcrafted pieces that epitomize elegance and durability.

fig 3. A Victorian black iron and brass king-size bedstead featuring vertical spindles, decorative brass mounts, and brass ball finials.
fig 3. Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts

Today, R. W. Winfield & Co continues to be a prominent name in the world of furniture, garnering recognition for its commitment to preserving traditional techniques while incorporating innovative design elements.

fig 4. A Victorian black iron and brass king-size bedstead featuring vertical spindles, decorative brass mounts, and brass ball finials.
fig 4. Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts

With each piece, R. W. Winfield & Co carries forward a legacy of artistry, providing customers with timeless and remarkable furnishings that stand the test of time.

Head Height 146.5cm

Foot Height 105cm

fig 5. A Victorian black iron and brass king-size bedstead featuring vertical spindles, decorative brass mounts, and brass ball finials.
fig 5. Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts

Side Rail Height 42cm

Overall Width 156cm

Overall Length 217cm

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 platform and sprung bed bases for superior mattress support and to raise the get into bed height.

fig 6. A Victorian black iron and brass king-size bedstead featuring vertical spindles, decorative brass mounts, and brass ball finials.
fig 6. Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts

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 7. A Victorian black iron and brass king-size bedstead featuring vertical spindles, decorative brass mounts, and brass ball finials.
fig 7. Stunning Winfield Iron and Brass King Size Bed with Tapered Posts

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
146.5cm (57.68")
Width
156cm (61.42")
Depth
217cm (85.43")
Date of Manufacture

Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Iron Brass Bedstead to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1222804
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Victorian iron and brass bedsteads feature cast or wrought iron frames finished in dark enamel, accented with brass decorative elements such as turned finials, corner mounts, and top rails. Manufactured extensively during the 19th century, these bedsteads were valued for structural durability, hygiene, and ornamental metalwork.

Traditional construction relied on cast-iron corner joints, often referred to as dovetail or drop-in joints, where side rails slotted directly into the headboard and footboard posts. Vertical spindles and crossbars were secured using cast brackets or decorative brass collars.

Authentic 19th-century frames consist of heavy cast iron or wrought iron rather than modern hollow steel, alongside hand-cast corner brackets. Look for makers marks stamped onto brass plaques or cast directly into the iron, as well as brass fittings displaying natural surface oxidisation.

A metal bedstead serves as a focal point within a sleeping space. Complement the dark iron and brass accents with layered textured textiles, neutral linens, or patterned quilts to balance the visual weight of the metalwork.

Clean painted iron components using a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners that damage historical finishes. Brass fittings can be left unpolished to maintain historic patina or buffed gently with a dry microfibre cloth to remove dust.
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