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Double Antique Bed in Black
For sale by Seventh Heaven
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Double Antique Bed in Black

19th century
For Sale by Seventh Heaven
Description

A fine antique double bed finished in black with curved brass top rails and delicate castings. Circa 1890.

This bed accepts a double size 4ft 6in wide (54 inch or 135cm) base and mattress. 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 Double Bed Base Page on our Seventh Heaven website along with mattresses in all sizes.

Approx. Length - 81 inches

Approx. Width - 54 inches

Approx. Height - 56 inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
143cm (56.30")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
205cm (80.71")
Declaration

Seventh Heaven has dated this Antique Iron Double Bed to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235410
Dealers Internal Reference
MD182
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 antique double bed finished in black with curved brass top rails and delicate castings. Circa 1890.

This bed accepts a double size 4ft 6in wide (54 inch or 135cm) base and mattress. You will need a bed base to support the mattress.

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Bed bases sit on the bedstead frame and can be either Firm or Sprung and come in different depths with a choice of covers.
Seventh Heaven
fig 1. A Victorian style metal double bed frame with vertical iron spindles, brass top rails, and brass finials.
fig 1. Double Antique Bed in Black

For a range of base choices please see our Double Bed Base Page on our Seventh Heaven website along with mattresses in all sizes.

Approx. Length - 81 inches

Approx. Width - 54 inches

Approx. Height - 56 inches

Height
143cm (56.30")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
205cm (80.71")
Date of Manufacture

Seventh Heaven has dated this Antique Iron Double Bed to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235410
Dealers Internal Ref
MD182
Seventh Heaven
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2013
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Seventh Heaven Profile Page

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Seventh Heaven
Telephone 01691 777 622
Location
Chirk Mill
Chirk
Wrexham
LL14 5BU
United Kingdom
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A Victorian style metal double bed frame with vertical iron spindles, brass top rails, and brass finials.
Double Antique Bed in Black
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A Victorian style metal double bed frame with vertical iron spindles, brass top rails, and brass finials.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBeds
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Wrought Iron, Brass
  • ColourDark Grey and Brass
  • MotifsBrass finials, Vertical spindles, Cast iron joins, Top brass rail
  • SizeH 143 cm (56 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 205 cm (81 in)

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Popularised in the mid-to-late 19th century, Victorian bedsteads feature iron framing joined with cast decorative rosettes and topped with brass rails or brass finials. They emerged as a hygienic alternative to wooden beds during the Industrial Revolution.

These bed frames are typically constructed using wrought iron or cast iron for the main structure, with poured cast-iron joints and solid brass tubing or finials along the upper rails.

Authentic Victorian metal beds feature cast-iron corner joints with dovetail lugs, heavy frame weight, hand-finished brass components, and original castors on the footings.

Balance the industrial structure of an iron bedstead with soft, layered textiles such as linen bedding, quilted throws, and neutral cushions to create contrast against the dark metal frame.

Keep the iron frame clean and dry using a soft brush or microfibre cloth to prevent rust formation, and gently polish brass elements with a specialised non-abrasive metal cleaner.
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