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Double Cast Iron Antique Bed in Green Verdigris
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Double Cast Iron Antique Bed in Green Verdigris

19th century
For Sale by Seventh Heaven
Description

A fine antique cast iron bed finished in our hand-paint effect, Green Verdigris, with delicate design, brass rosette decorations and round brass knobs, circa 1880. This antique bed has a light style and will suit many a cottage style bedroom.

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.

Approx. Length - 80 inches

Approx. Width - 54 inches

Approx. Height - 56 inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Declaration

Seventh Heaven has dated this Verdigris Cast Iron Bedstead to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235416
Dealers Internal Reference
MD191
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 cast iron bed finished in our hand-paint effect, Green Verdigris, with delicate design, brass rosette decorations and round brass knobs, circa 1880. This antique bed has a light style and will suit many a cottage style bedroom.
fig 1. An antique double cast iron bedstead featuring a green verdigris finish, looped wirework panels, and brass finials.
fig 1. Double Cast Iron Antique Bed in Green Verdigris

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.
Seventh Heaven

For a range of base choices please see our Double Bed Base Page on our Seventh Heaven website.

Approx. Length - 80 inches

Approx. Width - 54 inches

Approx. Height - 56 inches

Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
203cm (79.92")
Date of Manufacture

Seventh Heaven has dated this Verdigris Cast Iron Bedstead to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235416
Dealers Internal Ref
MD191
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
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Chirk Mill
Chirk
Wrexham
LL14 5BU
United Kingdom
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An antique double cast iron bedstead featuring a green verdigris finish, looped wirework panels, and brass finials.
Double Cast Iron Antique Bed in Green Verdigris
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An antique double cast iron bedstead featuring a green verdigris finish, looped wirework panels, 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, Brass
  • ColourVerdigris Green
  • MotifsBrass finials, Wirework scrollwork, Cast corner joints, Verdigris patina
  • SizeH 142 cm (56 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 203 cm (80 in)

FAQs

Cast iron bedsteads became widely manufactured during the mid-to-late 19th century in response to public health concerns. Valued for their hygiene, resistance to pests, and durability compared to timber, they featured decorative iron castings and brass ornamentation.

These bedsteads typically consist of moulded cast iron joints and framework, wrought iron support bars or scrollwork, and turned brass finials or rail collars.

Authentic pieces feature heavy cast iron corner joints (often called dovetail joints), visible casting seam lines, substantial weight, and genuine brass fittings rather than light plated metals.

A patinated metal bedstead pairs well with textured neutral linens, crisp white bedding, or subtle botanical prints to balance the visual weight of the iron framework.

Dust the ironwork regularly with a soft dry cloth. To protect the patinated surface from rust, apply a light coat of clear microcrystalline wax, and buff brass components gently without harsh abrasive polishes.
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