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Double Decorative Antique Bed in Black
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Double Decorative Antique Bed in Black

19th century
For Sale by Seventh Heaven
Description

A superb example of an antique double bed finished in black with straight brass top rails, ornate castings and brass rosette and kneecap decoration. 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.

Approx. Length - 81 inches

Approx. Width - 54 inches

Approx. Height - 60 inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
206cm (81.10")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235427
Dealers Internal Reference
MD189
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 superb example of an antique double bed finished in black with straight brass top rails, ornate castings and brass rosette and kneecap decoration. 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

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

Approx. Length - 81 inches

Approx. Width - 54 inches

Approx. Height - 60 inches

Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
206cm (81.10")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235427
Dealers Internal Ref
MD189
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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A Victorian double bed frame crafted from black painted iron with top brass rails, decorative brass finials, and brass rosettes along the vertical spindles.
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Archive I A Victorian double bed frame crafted from black painted iron with top brass rails, decorative brass finials, and brass rosettes along the vertical spindles.

Double Decorative Antique Bed in Black

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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 double bed frame crafted from black painted iron with top brass rails, decorative brass finials, and brass rosettes along the vertical spindles.
Double Decorative Antique Bed in Black
Ref: SA1235427
A Victorian double bed frame crafted from black painted iron with top brass rails, decorative brass finials, and brass rosettes along the vertical spindles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBeds & Bedsteads
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Wrought Iron, Brass
  • ColourBlack, Gold
  • MotifsBrass finials, rosette medallions, vertical spindles, brass top rail
  • SizeH 152 cm (60 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 206 cm (81 in)

FAQs

Victorian iron and brass bedsteads became prominent during the late 19th century as industrial casting techniques enabled precise manufacturing. These beds combined heavy cast or wrought iron framework with decorative polished brass top rails, corner finials, and cast metal rosettes.

Traditional metal bedsteads were constructed using iron side rails that slotted into cast iron corner joints known as dovetail sockets. The decorative framework comprised solid iron rods set with cast brass mounts and turned brass ornamentation.

Authentic Victorian frames feature drop-in cast iron dovetail joints at the corners rather than modern bolt assemblies. Furthermore, period brass fittings exhibit natural patination, hand-threaded elements, and small variations inherent to historic metal casting.

An antique metal bed frame provides dark visual structure when contrasted against neutral walls and modern linen bedding. Incorporating crisp textiles alongside dark metalwork creates a balanced aesthetic suitable for period properties and contemporary country bedrooms.

Painted iron components should be dusted regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and kept free from dampness to prevent oxidation. Brass elements can be kept untarnished with light application of specialist brass polish, or left unpolished to develop a natural aged patina.
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