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Magnificent Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Gilded Solid Brass Half Tester Double Bed
London City Antiques
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Magnificent Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Gilded Solid Brass Half Tester Double Bed

19th century
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Magnificent exhibition quality antique Victorian gilded solid brass half tester double bed having a newly reupholstered back in a quality fabric flanked by two circular brass column posts with ornate swing out wings which can be used to hang fabric curtains, united by circular columns and ornate decoration and original iron side rails. The foot of this devine bed boasts quality solid cast brass turned columns and ornate decoration flanked by two circular brass column posts.

The quality of this sensational bed is remarkable, it is 100% original; the colour and design is captivating

Dismantles for international shipping

We are able to offer a re-upholstery service to the back of this item at a reasonable cost. We stock a selection of fabrics for you to choose from, alternatively you may wish to choose your own. Please contact us for further information.

H 226cm x W 142cm x D 208cm

End Height 115cm

Double/ 4ft 6 in

Date 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
226cm (88.98")
Width
142cm (55.91")
Depth
208cm (81.89")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Brass Half Tester Bed to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228937
Dealers Internal Reference
1306
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Description
Magnificent exhibition quality antique Victorian gilded solid brass half tester double bed having a newly reupholstered back in a quality fabric flanked by two circular brass column posts with ornate swing out wings which can be used to hang fabric curtains, united by circular columns and ornate decoration and original iron side rails.
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The foot of this devine bed boasts quality solid cast brass turned columns and ornate decoration flanked by two circular brass column posts.
London City Antiques
fig 1. An antique Victorian brass half tester double bed featuring turned posts, a spindled footboard, an upper canopy rail, and a floral upholstered headboard back.
fig 1. Magnificent Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Gilded Solid Brass Half Tester Double Bed

The quality of this sensational bed is remarkable, it is 100% original; the colour and design is captivating

Dismantles for international shipping

We are able to offer a re-upholstery service to the back of this item at a reasonable cost. We stock a selection of fabrics for you to choose from, alternatively you may wish to choose your own. Please contact us for further information.

H 226cm x W 142cm x D 208cm

End Height 115cm

Double/ 4ft 6 in

Date 1860

Height
226cm (88.98")
Width
142cm (55.91")
Depth
208cm (81.89")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Brass Half Tester Bed to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1228937
Dealers Internal Ref
1306
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An antique Victorian brass half tester double bed featuring turned posts, a spindled footboard, an upper canopy rail, and a floral upholstered headboard back.

Magnificent Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Gilded Solid Brass Half Tester Double Bed

Archive II An antique Victorian brass half tester double bed featuring turned posts, a spindled footboard, an upper canopy rail, and a floral upholstered headboard back. View II
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An antique Victorian brass half tester double bed featuring turned posts, a spindled footboard, an upper canopy rail, and a floral upholstered headboard back.
Magnificent Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Gilded Solid Brass Half Tester Double Bed
Ref: SA1228937
An antique Victorian brass half tester double bed featuring turned posts, a spindled footboard, an upper canopy rail, and a floral upholstered headboard back.
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A half tester bed features an overhead canopy extending over only the upper section or headboard of the bedstead, originating in the 19th century to hold drapery for warmth and privacy without fully enclosing the frame.

These beds were constructed using heavy drawn brass tubing fitted over internal iron supports, assembled with cast iron corner joints, threaded steel rods, and decorative turned brass collars.

Authentic pieces exhibit substantial weight, distinct seam lines along turned brass components, cast iron jointing frames beneath, hand-threaded fixings, and subtle surface oxidisation.

Pair the structured metal frame with crisp white linen or neutral draping to contrast the brasswork, balancing the tall canopy architecture against patterned wallpaper or classic panelling.

Dust the metal surfaces regularly using a soft microfibre cloth, avoid harsh chemical polishes that strip original surface coatings, and apply a specialised microcrystalline wax to protect the finish.
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