19th Century Victorian Youth Spool Single Bed
Located in Germantown, MD
A charming 19th century Victorian Youth Spool Bed in good antique condition. Measures 79.75" in length, 40.75" in width, 39.75" tall at the headboard and 38" tall at the footboard. ...
Fruitwood
A Good Quality Victorian Single Brass and Iron Bed
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Good Quality Victorian Single Brass and Iron Bed The bed dates from around 1880, it is heavy quality and the side irons have wooden boards fixed to them forming a very rigid bed ...
Brass
Antique Single Bed Metal Headboard
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique country iron twin size headboard has a wonderfully, natural distressed look with just enough paint remaining to add interest and character. We have cleaned it up and ha...
Iron
Unavailable
H 55.32 in W 35.24 in D 80.71 in
Pair of Black Cast Iron Antique Beds in Black circa 1890 MP69
Located in Wrexham, GB
A stunning matching pair of 19th-century Victorian single beds, each crafted from iron and finished in an elegant black with polished brass accents and rings.
Brass, Iron
Single Victorian Gothic Style Bed WS20
Located in Wrexham, GB
A Gothic style Victorian bed with open arched panels and tall carved posts.
Walnut
Unavailable
H 56 in W 36 in D 80 in
Traditional Single Victorian Brass and Iron Antique Bed in Black MS76
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional single Victorian brass and iron antique bed with brass rosettes in black.
Brass, Iron
Single Brass Antique Bed MS63
Located in Wrexham, GB
A simple brass and iron Edwardian single bed with fine patina and brass caps. This bed takes a standard UK single 3ft wide x 6ft 3in long base and mattress, but will take a US twin 3...
Brass, Iron
Large Single Black Antique Bed MS77
Located in Wrexham, GB
A striking example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, this antique bed dates to around 1900 and showcases a timeless elegance. Constructed from sturdy metal and painted a deep, cla...
Brass, Iron
Matching Pair of Single Antique Beds, MP59
Located in Wrexham, GB
A matching pair of Victorian single antique beds with unusual finials and beautiful decorated castings on the panels.
Iron
Unavailable
H 50.01 in W 45.28 in D 82.29 in
19th Century French Single Bed with Its Original Upholstery, 1980s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century French single bed with its original upholstery, 1980s.
Fabric, Wood
Matching Pair of Large Single Antique Beds in Cream MP60
Located in Wrexham, GB
A matching pair of cast iron antique beds with ornate arched back panels, finished in cream. These beds accept 3ft 6in (42 inch or 107 cm) wide bases and mattresses. The beds can be ...
Steel, Iron
Fine Pair of Early 20th Century Inlaid Birch Single Beds
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of early 20th century inlaid birch single beds, circa 1900. Excellent quality pair of Scandinavian single beds in dark stained birch. Shaped headboard with inlay and st...
Birch
Victorian Single Iron Bed
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique country iron twin size bed has L-shaped side railings with protrusions that slide into slots attached to the head and foot boards. The railings will hold the mattresses. ...
Iron
Exquisite Napoleon III Tole Single Bed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisite Napoleon III tole single bed, vibrantly decorated head board and footboard, with inlays of mother-of-pearl, the decoration is mostly intact, there are signs of wear through...
Tôle
Matching Pair of Victorian Single Beds - MPS11
Located in Wrexham, GB
A matching pair of Victorian single beds with ring and spindle brass decoration in the foot panels.
Brass, Iron, Steel
Single Brass Antique Bed MS62
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional brass and iron Victorian single bed with fine patina and decorative foot board.
Brass, Iron
Mid-Victorian Cast Iron Single Bed
Located in Wrexham, GB
A decorative cast iron single beds with elegant mouldings and gentle shapes. This bed accepts a 3ft wide base and mattress. The price is for the bedstead alone. The base, mattr...
Iron
Crea Victorian Single Antique Bed, MS51
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional style Victorian antique bed painted in cream. This bed has beautiful rings and twists of brass along the footboard, an unusual and stunning feature. Along the head boar...
Brass, Iron
Black Victorian Single Antique Bed MS49
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional style Victorian antique bed painted in black, with curved brass top rails and brass knobs and understated castings. The iron posts drop down further than usual on the f...
Brass, Iron
Blue Verdigris Victorian Antique Single Bed MS46
Located in Wrexham, GB
A Victorian antique bed painted in blue verdigris and adapted into a platform style. With curved cast iron frame and intricate cross over flower castings, this bed has lovely feature...
Iron
Antique Bed Victorian Single Brass Bed 19th Century Base Casters
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A beautiful late 19th century antique Victorian lacquered brass single bedstead of railed design, standing on ceramic casters together with woven spring base, looks amazing.
Brass
Cream Victorian Four Poster Single Bed MS47
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional style Victorian antique bed adapted to be a four poster bed, with brass collars on the front posts and a lovely petal like design on the head and foot board with centra...
Brass, Iron
Single, Matching Pair of Victorian Brass and Iron Beds
Located in Headley, GB
A matching pair of English Victorian brass and iron single beds – finished in a satin black and with polished brass top rail and bed knobs.
Brass, Iron
Traditional Single Victorian Brass and Iron Antique Bed MS75
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional single Victorian brass and iron antique bed with brass rosettes.
Brass, Iron
Black Curved Top Rail Victorian Single Antique Bed MS45
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional style Victorian antique bed painted in black, with curved brass top rails and brass knobs, and understated castings. The price is for the bedstead with a standard f...
Brass, Iron
Black Straight Top Rail Victorian Single Antique Bed MS50
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional style Victorian antique bed painted in black, with straight brass top rails and brass knobs and simple castings on the head and foot board. The price is for the bed...
Brass, Iron
Traditional Single Victorian Brass and Iron Antique Bed in Cream
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional single Victorian brass and iron antique bed in cream, with curved brass top rail, brass collars and oval knobs.
Brass, Iron
Traditional Single Victorian Brass and Iron Antique Bed in Black
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional single Victorian brass and iron antique bed in black, with curved brass top rail, brass collars and round knobs.
Brass, Iron
Single Cast Iron Bed
Located in Wrexham, GB
A simple styled mid-Victorian cast iron bed with ornate mouldings and tiered brass knobs.
Brass, Iron, Steel
Traditional Single Victorian Brass and Iron Antique Bed in Cream MS71
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional single Victorian brass and iron antique bed in cream, with straight brass top rail, brass collars and round knobs.
Brass, Iron
Traditional Single Victorian Cast Iron Antique Bed in Blue and Gold
Located in Wrexham, GB
A traditional single Victorian cast iron antique bed in blue and gold and arch design.
Brass, Iron
We find relaxation and solace in our bedrooms, which are often the most cherished rooms of a home. Your antique, new or vintage bed and bed frame are integral to this oasis of personal comfort.
Beds and bed frames have long been an important part of the sanctuary that is the bedroom. For the upper class in countries such as England, the massive, costly beds of the 16th and 17th centuries were decorative and of the poster variety. Some were characterized by large painted wooden headboards, often made of oak, that featured ornate carvings and richly colored curtains affixed to each of the two or four posts — think of today’s sumptuous upholstered headboards as a distant cousin to these luxurious furnishings. The heavy fabric curtains were drawn across a fringed canopy to close out the sunlight that might’ve warmed your grandiose and opulent bedchambers. This feature could also offer privacy as desired, because, as we all know, a bedroom is for more than just sleeping.
Coiled springs didn’t make their way into mattresses until the 1800s, which likely made for a far more comfortable night’s sleep for many. Bed frames of cast iron and brass were introduced during the mid- to late-19th century. Later, the 20th century brought with it marvelous innovations for slumberland, among them daybeds from the likes of George Nelson and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich as well as convertible sofa beds.
Today, you will find a range of beds geared toward your individual personality and preferred style of decor. When shopping for a bed and bed frame, keep in mind that you’ve got options. Sizes range from twin to California king. At 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, a king-size bed is roughly 16 inches wider than a queen-size mattress, and your bed frame will likely add two to five inches to each side. (The California king bed is 84 inches long.)
From dramatic bedroom designs to uncomplicated, minimalist approaches, the bedroom has evolved into the haven that it should be: a peaceful place of respite, where we begin and end every day. Take the time to create your very own oasis — you deserve it. Rest easy with an expansive collection of antique, new and vintage beds and bed frames available on 1stDibs.