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Victorian Brass Double Size Bedstead
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for sale €2,568     $2,788
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Victorian Brass Double Size Bedstead

19th century
Description

Unrestored Victorian brass double size Bedstead.

An exceptional quality ornate bedstead with candy twist outer posts and cast brass fittings.

Ca 1880

Head Height: 73" – Foot Height: 56"

It will be either gently cleaned to retain its original aged patina or polished to a more brighter finish if required.

Please note that the price includes full restoration and a high quality 2 1/2″ platform base.

The bed will accept a standard 4ft6 x 6ft3 ( 137 cm x 190 cm) mattress.

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
185cm (72.83")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
206cm (81.10")
Declaration

Wessex Antique Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Brass Double Bedstead to the 1880s.

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SA1234781
Dealers Internal Reference
18229
Description
Unrestored Victorian brass double size Bedstead.

An exceptional quality ornate bedstead with candy twist outer posts and cast brass fittings.

Ca 1880

Head Height: 73" – Foot Height: 56"

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It will be either gently cleaned to retain its original aged patina or polished to a more brighter finish if required.
Wessex Antique Bedsteads
fig 1. A Victorian double brass bedstead featuring barley twist posts, ornamental cast rosette joins, and matching headboard and footboard.
fig 1. Victorian Brass Double Size Bedstead

Please note that the price includes full restoration and a high quality 2 1/2″ platform base.

The bed will accept a standard 4ft6 x 6ft3 ( 137 cm x 190 cm) mattress.

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

Height
185cm (72.83")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
206cm (81.10")
Date of Manufacture

Wessex Antique Bedsteads has dated this Victorian Brass Double Bedstead to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234781
Dealers Internal Ref
18229
Wessex Antique Bedsteads
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2017
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Archive I A Victorian double brass bedstead featuring barley twist posts, ornamental cast rosette joins, and matching headboard and footboard.

Victorian Brass Double Size 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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A Victorian double brass bedstead featuring barley twist posts, ornamental cast rosette joins, and matching headboard and footboard.
Victorian Brass Double Size Bedstead
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A Victorian double brass bedstead featuring barley twist posts, ornamental cast rosette joins, and matching headboard and footboard.
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FAQs

Originating in the 19th century, Victorian brass bedsteads feature tubular or solid brass frames decorated with ornate cast iron joints, decorative finials, and central floral or geometric motifs.

Authentic Victorian bedsteads typically consist of iron side rails connected via cast-iron dovetail joints to brass-sheathed or solid brass headboards and footboards resting on castors.

Look for heavy cast-iron corner joints on the side rails, original porcelain or metal castors, hand-turned brass elements, and natural surface oxidisation rather than uniform modern lacquering.

Pair the metal frame with plain linen bedding, neutral wall tones, and modern minimalist nightstands to contrast the historical metalwork with contemporary design.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid abrasive chemical cleaners; unlacquered brass can be cleaned gently with specialized metal polish or left untouched to retain its aged patina.
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