The double bed is probably the most universally accepted size and remains highly practical even today. Bed sizes did not begin to be properly standardized until the mid-19th Century when sprung mattresses were invented. Before this, stuffed mats were used which of course can be sized with ease. However the double is a practical size based on the space needed for two people laying beside each other. The standard double became associated with more humble middle-class needs instead. At around the same time that spring mattresses first appeared, bed design branched out from purely solid wood (often with drapes) to new cast iron and brass designs as well. These new metal designs were deemed far more hygienic as they allowed better air flow and well as being less prone to collecting dust. Beside this shift simpler foot and headboards emerged which focussed the decoration away from carving to veneer inlays which also collected less dust.
Today the Victorian Mahogany double bed and the cast iron double bed are both firm classics among many people and still suit our modern bedrooms well. At LoveAntiques we have a great selection of Antique and Vintage double beds for all your sleeping needs.
£ 1,150
£ 1,900
Town House Traders Ltd
Antique Victorian Brass Double Bed
£ 525
Seventh Heaven
Standard Double Iron Bed in Blue Verdigris with Base
£ 1,845
Seventh Heaven
Double Cast Iron Bed with Base
£ 1,910
Seventh Heaven
Art Deco Brass Bed with Base
£ 1,645
Seventh Heaven
Double Antique Bed in White with Base
£ 1,945
Seventh Heaven
Double Antique Bed in White with Base
£ 1,745
Seventh Heaven
Double Antique Bed in Cream with Base
£ 1,345
Seventh Heaven
Double Antique Bed in Black with Base
£ 1,460
The Vintage Interiors
Walnut French Double Bed
£ 995
Seventh Heaven
Double Platform Antique Bed in Cream with Base
£ 1,445
Seventh Heaven
Double Antique Bed in Black with Base
£ 1,745
Seventh Heaven
Small Double Antique Bed in Cream with Base
£ 1,330
Seventh Heaven
Double Antique Bed in Green & Gold with Base
£ 1,445
Seventh Heaven
Double Platform Antique Bed in Black with Base
£ 1,345
ActFurniture LTD
Antique Art Nouveau Style Double Bed in Oak c.1920
£ 325
Beau French Boutique
Original French Carved Wooden Bed Frame
£ 695
£ 1,295
£ 1,195
Beau French Boutique
Antique French Carved Double Bed Frame Solid Wood
£ 1,250
£ 1,150
£ 1,250
Martlesham Antiques
Fabulous Quality 19th Century French Plum Pudding Mahogany & Brass Bed in the Neoclassical Style
£ 4,950
Fabulous Quality 19th Century French Plum Pudding Mahogany & Brass Bed in the Neoclassical Style
£ 4,950
Martlesham Antiques
Vintage World
Vintage French Oak Double Bed
£ 349
Vintage World
Vintage French Double Bed
£ 299
London City Antiques
Magnificent Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Gilded Solid Brass Half Tester Double Bed
£ 8,845
Magnificent Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Gilded Solid Brass Half Tester Double Bed
£ 8,845
London City Antiques
Kernow Furniture
French Mahogany Lit En Bateau Bed
£ 625
Kernow Furniture
Antique French Mahogany Lit En Bateau Bed
£ 695
Vintage World
Amazing Rare Carved French Antique Double Bed
£ 469
Carradale Farm Antiques Ltd
Mahogany & Brass French Empire Style Bed
£ 1,450
Beau French Boutique
French Exotic Wood Carved Bed Frame inc Slatted Base
£ 795
Beau French Boutique
Vintage French Demi Corbeille Upholstered Double Bed
£ 795
Rams Head Antiques
Attractive Marquetry Inlaid Pitch Pine 3/4 Bed
£ 795
Mercia Interiors
French Walnut Double Bed
£ 695
Beau French Boutique
Antique French Cane Bed Frame Including Slatted Base
£ 1,295
Beau French Boutique
French Bed With Geometric Inlay Detail Bedel & Cie Of Paris
£ 2,795
Beau French Boutique
Stunning Antique French Carved Double Bed Frame Solid Wood
£ 895
Beau French Boutique
French Demi Corbeille Upholstered Double Bed Frame
£ 895