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3ft Wide Single Antique Bed in Blue Verdigris
For sale by Seventh Heaven
for sale €1,398     $1,518
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3ft Wide Single Antique Bed in Blue Verdigris

19th century
For Sale by Seventh Heaven
Description

A fine attractive single cast iron and brass bed from the mid-Victorian era, circa 1870. This bed has been finished in our hand-paint "blue verdigris" effect.

This bed takes a standard single 3ft wide x 6ft 3in long base and mattress.

There is an option to lengthen the bed to 6ft 6in (200cm) if you wish, which is often preferable for adults or growing teenagers at an additional cost of £150. We can provide the longer bases and mattresses to fit. Please ask.

You will need a bed base to support the mattress. Bed bases sit on the bedstead frame and can be either Firm or Sprung and come in different depths with a choice of covers.

For a range of base choices please see our Single Bed Base page on our Seventh Heaven Website.

You can also choose a mattress to fit from our Single Mattresses.

Dimensions:

Height - 58 inches

Width - 36 inches

Length - 79 inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
147cm (57.87")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
200cm (78.74")
Declaration

Seventh Heaven has dated this Blue Iron Single Bed to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235389
Dealers Internal Reference
MS82
Dealers Notes

The price is for the bed frame and a firm bed base.

A sprung base, mattress, bedding and linen are extra and can be supplied by ourselves

This bed is on display in our large showrooms in Chirk Mill, on the North Wales border an hour from Birmingham, Manchester or Liverpool. We are open 5 days a week ( Tuesday - Saturday) for visiting and for telephoning/e-mailing.

Please see our website www.seventh-heaven.co.uk for our full range of antique beds along with furniture, mattresses, bases, bedding and linen.

Tel 01691777622

email- sales@seventh-heaven.co.uk

Description
A fine attractive single cast iron and brass bed from the mid-Victorian era, circa 1870. This bed has been finished in our hand-paint "blue verdigris" effect.

This bed takes a standard single 3ft wide x 6ft 3in long base and mattress.

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There is an option to lengthen the bed to 6ft 6in (200cm) if you wish, which is often preferable for adults or growing teenagers at an additional cost of £150.
Seventh Heaven

We can provide the longer bases and mattresses to fit. Please ask.

fig 1. A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard.
fig 1. 3ft Wide Single Antique Bed in Blue Verdigris

You will need a bed base to support the mattress. Bed bases sit on the bedstead frame and can be either Firm or Sprung and come in different depths with a choice of covers.

For a range of base choices please see our Single Bed Base page on our Seventh Heaven Website.

You can also choose a mattress to fit from our Single Mattresses.

Dimensions:

Height - 58 inches

Width - 36 inches

Length - 79 inches

Height
147cm (57.87")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
200cm (78.74")
Date of Manufacture

Seventh Heaven has dated this Blue Iron Single Bed to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235389
Dealers Internal Ref
MS82
Seventh Heaven
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2013
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Seventh Heaven Profile Page

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Archive I A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard.

3ft Wide Single Antique Bed in Blue Verdigris

Archive II A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard. View II
Archive III A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard. View III
Archive IV A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard. View IV
Archive V A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard. View V
Archive VI A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard. View VI
Archive VII A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard. View VII
Archive VIII A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard. View VIII
Archive IX A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard. View IX
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Seventh Heaven
Telephone 01691 777 622
Location
Chirk Mill
Chirk
Wrexham
LL14 5BU
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/divinedreams
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A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard.
3ft Wide Single Antique Bed in Blue Verdigris
Ref: SA1235389
A 3ft single antique iron bedstead featuring a light blue verdigris finish with open scrollwork and brass finials on the headboard and footboard.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBeds
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWrought Iron, Cast Iron, Brass
  • ColourVerdigris Blue
  • MotifsScrollwork, Brass finials, Foliate castings, Drop-in side rails
  • SizeH 147 cm (58 in) x W 90 cm (35 in) x D 200 cm (79 in)

FAQs

Iron bedsteads gained widespread popularity in the mid-to-late 19th century as a response to hygiene concerns, replacing wooden frames that harboured pests. Manufactured extensively across the United Kingdom, these beds featured cast and wrought iron frameworks embellished with decorative scrollwork and brass accents.

Traditional period metal beds were constructed using a combination of heavy wrought iron for curved framing, cast iron for decorative joinery and medallions, and solid brass for turned finials or top caps. The frames were typically joined using cast corner joints and drop-in iron side rails.

Authentic period metal beds feature heavy cast-iron joint castings, poured lead details where scrollwork meets tubular uprights, and threaded brass finials. They also display hand-worked iron construction rather than uniform modern welds, along with standard side-rail drop-in dovetail slots.

A metal single bedstead works well as a focal point when layered with natural linen bedding, textured quilts, and patterned scatter cushions. Pairing painted metal frames with rustic timber side tables or neutral walls softens the industrial nature of the ironwork.

Maintain painted iron frames by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying a light clear paste wax to prevent moisture contact and oxidisation. Brass finials can be gently wiped with a microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that strip period patination.
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