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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 Manitoba Canada in 1891.
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wrought Iron
American Victorian Painted Iron Full-size Bed
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian-style full size white and gold trim painted iron bed frame with scroll design and triangle center (includes: headboard, footboard, rails).
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Gold
1930s French Art Deco Painted Wrought Iron Full Size Bed Frame
Located in Astoria, NY
A charming 1930s French Art Deco full-size bed frame, sourced from Provence, France. Crafted from solid wrought iron, it features painted geometric designs that culminate in an elega...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Wrought Iron Folding Campaign Bed
Located in Astoria, NY
French Wrought Iron Folding Campaign Bed, with scroll form motif on casters.
40.25" H x 33.5" W x 75.5" D.
Provenance: From the Collection of Laura and Lewis Kruger.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wrought Iron
American Victorian Style Iron Twin Bed
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian-style painted iron cross design twin size bed (includes: headboard, footboard, and rails) (Irregular size, check measurements).
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Iron
19th Century Antique Wrought Iron Double Bed
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We offer this spectacular Italian wrought iron bed dating back to the first half of the 19th century.
This bed features elaborate wrought iron decoration with numerous curls, scroll...
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Wrought Iron
