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What era are iron beds from?
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The earliest iron beds trace back to 17th-century Italy, where infestations of bed bugs and moths led crafters to produce handmade metal furniture for bedrooms. In the late 1800s, the beds came into fashion again because many people thought they were simpler to clean. You'll find a variety of antique iron beds on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Salesman Sample Wrought Iron Bed Frame
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Salesman sample wrought iron bed frame made by Simmons Mfg. Simmons was established in Winnipeg
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wrought Iron
19thC English Brass & Iron Double Brass Bed Frame
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1880
19thC English brass & iron double brass bed frame with mother of pearl inset emblems
Category
Antique 1870s English Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
$3,276 Sale Price
20% Off
1930s French Art Deco Painted Wrought Iron Full Size Bed Frame
Located in Astoria, NY
bed frame is solid and stable, showcasing excellent joinery and craftsmanship. The wrought iron
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Iron Bed
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Early 20th century iron bed
Dimension of the front is 49"
the back front is 38.75"
the base to
Category
Early 20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron
Painted Iron Bed, Genoa, Early 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Beautiful iron bed painted in brown-burgundy, with a very rich decoration of intertwined flowers
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Iron
Wide Platform Brass and Iron Bed MSK56
Located in Wrexham, GB
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This price is for the bed frame alone. Bases, mattresses and bedding can be supplied at an extra cost
Category
Vintage 1910s Late Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Brass, Iron