Antique Iron Beds

Country Cottage Design & Antique Iron Beds

Owning an antique iron bed in a country cottage from the early 1900s carries a unique charm and historical significance that holds a particular appeal for many individuals. Firstly, it serves as a captivating symbol of the past, evoking a sense of nostalgia and connection to a bygone era. The intricate craftsmanship and detailed design…

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The “French Curve” Unique Stlye on Antique Iron Beds

In the mid-1800s, an exceptional antique iron and brass bed emerged, epitomizing the design and craftsmanship of the era. This masterpiece seamlessly blended scrolled brass accents into its design and featured elegant “French Curves” along its outer perimeter, reflecting the fervor of a time when creativity knew no bounds. The Perfect Fusion This bed’s unique…

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“Transitional” Style Antique Iron Bed

What is a “Transitional” style antique iron bed ? It’s a bed design/style, that falls between two distinctive established design styles, like Victorian, Art Nouveau, Craftsman, Austere, or Art Deco, It’s style encompasses elements from two distinctively different styles. The attached photo, has casting’s that are definitely from the Victorian era, yet curved tubing and…

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Antique Iron Beds and Star Wars……….

Well…….If you don’t recognize these three gentlemen, you’ve probably been living under a rock for the past 46 years. Thats when the first Star Wars movie was released and these three men……Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill and George Lucas, became house hold names. I’ve been fortunate to have sold all three of them antique iron beds,…

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King Conversion To An Antique Iron Bed

Many people aren’t aware that the largest size iron bed frame, being made back in the 1800’s was a double/full size. Quite often it was a common practice to put multiple children in one bed. I’ve seen photo’s of three and four children, turned sideways in the old double size beds. They would stay in…

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Integrating Brass on Antique Iron Beds

So what was the purpose of manufacturers adding the more difficult and costly brass scrolling to their more affordable iron beds ? It was their desire to attract the more popular clientele that were buying all “brass bed frames“. Antique Iron beds offered the public, in the 1800’s, a number of things that “brass beds”…

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Pagoda Corner Castings on This Antique Iron Bed

One of the captivating reasons why pagoda corner castings found their way into the design of antique iron beds was the era’s thirst for all things aesthetically pleasing and unique. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, society craved distinctive, eye-catching designs that would not just serve a functional purpose but also stand as…

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The Industrial Revolution and The Demise of Antique Iron Beds

The demise of antique iron beds can be largely attributed to the Industrial Revolution. During the late 18th and 19th centuries, the Industrial Revolution transformed manufacturing processes and introduced significant changes in society and technology. Here’s a short explanation of how this period led to the decline of antique iron beds: In summary, the Industrial…

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Antique Iron Beds and “Two Tone Crackle” finishes

The “Two Tone Crackle” finish offers a distinct advantage over a monochromatic one-color paint job for antique iron bed frames. While a single-color paint job may provide a clean and uniform appearance, our Two Tone Crackle finish elevates the aesthetics in several ways: In summary, our Two Tone Crackle finish not only enhances the contrast…