Antique Victorian beds are a type of bed that was popular during the Victorian era in the United Kingdom. Named after Queen Victoria, who ruled from 1837 to 1901, these beds were known for their ornate and elaborate design.
One of the most distinctive features of antique Victorian beds is the headboard, which is typically tall and adorned with intricate carvings, such as scrolls, leaf patterns, and other decorative elements. Some Victorian beds also have footboards with similar decorative details.
Victorian beds were often made of wood, such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, and were finished with a dark, rich stain to bring out the natural beauty of the wood. In addition to the wood frame, Victorian beds were often upholstered in luxurious fabrics, such as velvet, silk, or satin, which added to their opulent appearance.
The design of antique Victorian beds was meant to reflect the Victorian taste for grandeur and extravagance. They were a symbol of wealth and status, and were often found in the bedrooms of the wealthy and influential.
In addition to their ornate design, Victorian beds were also known for their durability and comfort. The sturdy wood frame and the use of high-quality materials made these beds a practical choice for those who wanted both style and functionality in their bedroom furniture.
Today, antique Victorian beds are highly sought after by collectors and antique enthusiasts. These beautiful and historic pieces of furniture are a testament to the lavish style of the Victorian era, and are a reminder of a time when craftsmanship and attention to detail were highly valued.
£ 2,750
Martlesham Antiques
19th Century Mahogany Half Taster Bed
£ 2,250
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Pair of Mid 20th Century Brass & Glass Side Tables
£ 795
£ 1,650
Kernow Furniture
Antique Brass Single Bed Frame
£ 595
£ 2,250
£ 3,950
£ 1,650
£ 1,600
£ 2,500
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Mid 19th Century Barrel Back Daybed
£ 1,500
£ 3,950
£ 2,550
Aeology at Relic Antiques
19th Century Fruitwood Crib From Rural France
£ 365
£ 1,450
£ 1,650
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Super Victorian Four Poster Double Bed
£ 2,995
£ 1,550
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
£ 2,250
Bedsteads
Magnificent Winfield King Size Bed
£ 6,950
Coast to Country Antique Beds
R.W Winfield Antique 4ft 6in Brass & Iron Double Bed Frame
£ 1,675
R.W Winfield Antique 4ft 6in Brass & Iron Double Bed Frame
£ 1,675
Coast to Country Antique Beds
£ 1,550
Georgian Antiques
Carved Oak Swinging Crib on Stand
£ 3,500
£ 650
Bedsteads
Hand Forged Cast-Iron Small Single
£ 675
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Pair Queen Anne Leather Embossed Single Beds
£ 995
£ 1,495
£ 2,950
£ 3,500
£ 4,450
£ 3,250
Sunnyside Antiques
Pine Cradle / Crib
£ 295
£ 18,500
Seventh Heaven
Large Single White Antique Bed with Base
£ 1,157
Seventh Heaven
Cream Victorian Antique Bed with Base
£ 1,875
Seventh Heaven
Double Antique Cast Iron & Brass Bed in Black with Base
£ 1,445
Seventh Heaven
Single Cast Iron Four Poster Antique Bed with Base
£ 2,712
£ 1,500
Seventh Heaven
Matching Pair of Large Single Antique Beds in Cream
£ 2,319
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