What is wrought-iron furniture?

Wrought iron is a highly refined iron alloy that is tough, malleable, corrosion resistant and easily welded. It is no longer produced on a commercial scale. Many items, including garden furniture, referred to today as wrought iron are actually made of mild steel. They are called wrought iron because they resemble objects that in the past were “wrought” by hand, rather than cast.

Is wrought iron stronger than steel?

No, wrought iron is not stronger than steel.

How can you tell if wrought iron is Woodard?

To tell if wrought iron is Woodard, examine its frame closely. Authentic pieces usually have the Woodard name embossed right onto the metal. Instead of embossing, some pieces display the brand name on a metal tag. For assistance with identifying a piece of wrought iron furniture, seek the help of a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. Explore an assortment of Woodard wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.

What is wrought iron furniture made of?

Modern wrought iron furniture is often made out of a type of carbon steel called mild steel that artisans work by hand. Vintage and antique wrought iron pieces are usually a genuine iron alloy. On 1stDibs, find a range of wrought iron furniture.

Are wrought iron doors safe?

Yes, homes are significantly safer with wrought iron doors. Because of their durability, they are a good option to protect your home. In unsavory weather conditions, wrought iron entries can protect your home from the damage caused by debris and objects, and they are strong enough to deter burglars. Find a variety of wrought iron doors on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if wrought iron is an antique?

To tell if wrought iron is an antique, first check to see if there are any maker's marks on the piece. By researching these marks using trusted online resources, you can typically determine who produced a piece of furniture and when they were active and producing furnishings similar to yours. If the company was in business and crafting similar pieces 100 years ago or more, then the wrought iron table, chair or other item may be an antique. However, if the business opened recently or the style was offered more recently than a century ago, your item is likely not antique. If you cannot locate a maker's mark, inspect your furniture closely. Antique pieces often show signs of handcrafting, such as slight imperfections or irregularities. Also, antique wrought iron often has signs of wear, such as pitting in the metal or scratches due to age. If you're still uncertain whether your item is antique, you can ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to date it. Shop an assortment of antique wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.

How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?

Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast.

Is wrought iron patio furniture good?

Yes, many experts state that wrought iron patio furniture is good. The metal is durable enough to withstand the effects of weather exposure and remains sturdy even with frequent wear. In addition, wrought iron is relatively easy to clean and maintain. Many people also love the appearance of the metal. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of wrought iron patio furniture.

How can you tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage?

One way to tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage is to look for markings that indicate who produced it. Markings may appear on the underside, back and legs of wrought iron tables and chairs . You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer if you can't find markings or have difficulty dating a piece. Walter Lamb ’s adventurous works and those of other mid-century designers noted for their seminal outdoor furniture — a list that includes Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green , Russell Woodard , Maurizio Tempestini for John B. Salterini and Richard Schultz for Knoll — is often found among the offerings of 1stDibs dealers.In colder regions, wrought iron, which can be left outdoors all year round, was the material of choice in outdoor furniture designs for the Atomic Age .Shop a variety of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.

How do you clean wrought-iron patio furniture?

Wipe the surface with a sponge or cloth soaked in a solution of water and dish soap, then rinse with pure water and allow to dry.

What is the difference between wrought iron and steel railings?

The difference between wrought iron and steel railings lies in the materials used to produce them. Wrought iron is made entirely from iron, while steel combines iron and carbon. Shop a selection of decorative railings on 1stDibs.

Is vintage wrought iron worth anything?

Yes, vintage wrought iron may be worth something. Collectors often seek pieces from notable makers like Russell Woodward, Salterini and Meadowcraft. In addition to the maker, the style, type, age and condition will also contribute to the potential value of a wrought iron piece. For assistance with the valuation process, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Shop a range of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.

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Wrought Iron Italian Gold Gilt King-Size Headboard

$9,300

H 61 in W 84 in D 2 in

Wrought Iron Italian Gold Gilt King-Size Headboard

Located in New York, NY

Very nice king size Italian gold gilt wrought iron headboard. Also has hooks to the back. Manner of

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Early 20th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Antique Wrought Iron Twin Headboards

$1,650 / set

H 38 in W 39 in D 0.5 in

Pair of Antique Wrought Iron Twin Headboards

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of chic twin size wrought iron headboards with Greek key and fleur de lis design. Bolts to

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Vintage 1940s Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Wrought Iron Scrollwork Headboards

$375 / item

H 41 in W 44 in D 1 in

Pair Wrought Iron Scrollwork Headboards

By John Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Well crafted pair of scrollwork wrought iron headboards suitable for twin size beds ( 44 inch

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Queen Size Wrought Iron Ribbon Headboard

$1,600

H 38 in W 62 in D 1 in

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Queen Size Wrought Iron Ribbon Headboard

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed and made in Italy, this heaboard features a wrought iron construction, with a solid iron

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Queen Size Wrought Iron Ribbon Headboard

$1,600

H 38 in W 62 in D 1 in

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Queen Size Wrought Iron Ribbon Headboard

By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed and made in Italy, this heaboard features a wrought iron construction, with a solid iron

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early French Iron Floral Heart Scroll Twin Headboards

$6,500 / set

H 37 in W 44 in D 2.5 in

Early French Iron Floral Heart Scroll Twin Headboards

By Maria Pergay, Jean Prouvé, Gilbert Poillerat, Paul Follot, Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Bensalem, PA

Pair of two layered solid wrought iron French Victorian, headboards with elaborate, scroll work and

Category

Antique 1880s French Early Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Enamel, Iron, Wrought Iron

Mid-18th Century French Bronze and Wrought Iron Gate King Size Wall Headboard

$9,000

H 94 in W 120.5 in D 5 in

Mid-18th Century French Bronze and Wrought Iron Gate King Size Wall Headboard

Located in Dallas, TX

is crafted of forged iron and surrounded by bronze blue bell flowers. The bottom of the headboard

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Industrial Chic Antique Single Bed in Wrought Iron

$6,268Sale Price|20% Off

H 31.89 in W 36.62 in D 74.41 in

Industrial Chic Antique Single Bed in Wrought Iron

Located in Milano, IT

from the workmanship, of fine French manufacture. It is a single bed, made entirely of wrought iron

Category

Antique 1890s French Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salvino Marsura 'Composizione' headboard - Italy, 2000s

$10,066

H 51.97 in W 79.14 in D 1.97 in

Salvino Marsura 'Composizione' headboard - Italy, 2000s

By Salvino Marsura

Located in London, GB

Floral and botanical motifs combine with thorny and toothed elements in this headboard’s sparse yet

Category

Early 2000s Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salvino Marsura 'Susie' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

$5,157

H 51.19 in W 64.97 in D 5.12 in

Salvino Marsura 'Susie' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

By Salvino Marsura

Located in London, GB

The Susie headboard is composed of fine iron lines in a soft green finish, arranged into a

Category

Early 2000s Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salvino Marsura 'Alghe' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

$6,711

H 59.85 in W 83.08 in D 45.28 in

Salvino Marsura 'Alghe' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

By Salvino Marsura

Located in London, GB

This neptunian headboard features algae-like forms in pink and orange hues. The shapes feel almost

Category

Early 2000s Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salvino Marsura 'Nuova Era' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

$15,265

H 61.42 in W 82.68 in D 3.55 in

Salvino Marsura 'Nuova Era' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

By Salvino Marsura

Located in London, GB

brutalist chains, which are threaded through the composition of this headboard by Marsura. The piece is in

Category

Early 2000s Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salvino Marsura 'Coda Di Pavone' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

$10,039

H 54.73 in W 66.15 in D 4.93 in

Salvino Marsura 'Coda Di Pavone' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

By Salvino Marsura

Located in London, GB

The tail of a peacock was the inspiration for this striking headboard; each feather is beautifully

Category

Early 2000s Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century English Regency Style Chinoiserie Full Headboard and Footboard

$21,000

H 76 in W 60 in D 1 in

19th Century English Regency Style Chinoiserie Full Headboard and Footboard

Located in Queens, NY

English Regency-style (19th Century) black iron and tole Chinoiserie design full size bed with

Category

Antique 19th Century Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Pierre Villain Oak & Steel Daybed, France 1950’s

$12,000

H 32 in W 75 in D 35 in

Pierre Villain Oak & Steel Daybed, France 1950’s

Located in New York, NY

Daybed in oak, metal and brass daybed by Pierre Villain. Intricate design involving wrought iron

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

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Deco Vintage Antique Bed Frame

Unavailable

H 60 in W 78 in D 82 in

Deco Vintage Antique Bed Frame

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Beautiful Deco vintage King Bed Frame with wrought iron headboard. Please feel free to contact us

Category

Vintage 1920s South American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Twin/Queen Headboard

Unavailable

H 38 in W 61.5 in D 7 in

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Twin/Queen Headboard

By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini

Located in Princeton, NJ

Store closing-- last day is 7/31. Offers welcome! Wrought iron headboard sized to fit either a

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gilded Wrought Iron Vintage Headboard

Unavailable

H 32.49 in W 47.25 in D 0.4 in

Gilded Wrought Iron Vintage Headboard

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Extraordinaire and unique gilded wrought iron vintage headboard. Elegant swirls that is inspired by

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Wrought Iron Headboard with Gold Leaf Urn Center

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H 80 in W 72 in D 3 in

Spanish Wrought Iron Headboard with Gold Leaf Urn Center

Located in Los Angeles, CA

King size Spanish wrought iron headboard with a gold leaf urn & gold leaf leaves depicted in the

Category

Vintage 1930s Spanish Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

20th Century Italian Baroque Style Silvered Wrought Iron Headboard

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H 68.51 in W 69.69 in D 1.97 in

20th Century Italian Baroque Style Silvered Wrought Iron Headboard

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian Baroque style bed frame. Rich double bed headboard in silvered wrought iron. Great woodwork

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XIV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

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H 68.12 in W 69.3 in D 1.19 in

20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian Baroque style bed frame. Rich double bed headboard in gilded wrought iron. Great woodwork

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XIV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

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H 77.56 in W 69.3 in L 77.56 in

20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian Baroque style bed frame. Rich double bed headboard in gilded wrought iron. Great woodwork

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XIV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

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H 72.45 in W 70.48 in D 3.94 in

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian Baroque style bed frame. Rich double bed headboard in gilded wrought iron. The iron has an

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XIV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

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H 78.75 in W 66.93 in D 3.94 in

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian Baroque style bed frame. Rich double bed headboard in gilded wrought iron. The iron has an

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XIV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

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H 80.71 in W 69.69 in L 80.71 in

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian Baroque style bed frame. Rich double bed headboard in gilded wrought iron. Great woodwork

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XIV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard with Sconces

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H 81.5 in W 69.69 in D 3.94 in

20th Century Italian Baroque Style Gilded Wrought Iron Headboard with Sconces

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

gilded wrought iron. Great woodwork with lots of curls and swirls of typical Italian Baroque taste. This

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Wrought Iron Architectural Pieces/Headboards C. 1920's

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H 80 in W 55 in D 1 in

Pair of Wrought Iron Architectural Pieces/Headboards C. 1920's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning pair of hand wrought iron headboards with a stunning patina and unusual design. The

Category

Early 20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Hand Wrought Iron King Size Headboard

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H 97 in W 79 in D 1.5 in

Spanish Hand Wrought Iron King Size Headboard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Monumental Spanish hand wrought iron king size headboard with beautiful scrolled patterns

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

King Size Linen Upholstered Wrought Iron Scrolled Headboard

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H 72 in W 88 in D 5 in

King Size Linen Upholstered Wrought Iron Scrolled Headboard

By Melissa Levinson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom King size Belgium linen tufted headboard. The headboard is crowned with beautiful scrolled

Category

Antique 19th Century North American Rococo Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Italian Baroque Style Wrought Iron Antique Headboard

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H 36.62 in W 80.32 in D 1.58 in

19th Century Italian Baroque Style Wrought Iron Antique Headboard

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Italian baroque style rich double bed headboard in wrought iron. The iron has an antique patina

Category

Antique 1850s Italian Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Greek Key King Headboard In Black Wrought Iron After Tempestini

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H 38.25 in W 77 in D 0.5 in

Greek Key King Headboard In Black Wrought Iron After Tempestini

Located in Chicago, IL

Freshly lacquered, and in near-new condition, this wrought iron king headboard is very much like

Category

20th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Paul McCobb Wrought Iron "Planner Group" Headboard for Winchendon

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H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 9.85 in

Paul McCobb Wrought Iron "Planner Group" Headboard for Winchendon

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Berlin, DE

Rare wrought iron Paul McCobb headboard in solid maple. Signed and in very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Italian Wrought Iron Full Headboard

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H 54 in W 85.5 in D 1.5 in

Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Italian Wrought Iron Full Headboard

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fantastic vintage Boho full headboard. The most beautiful swirl design with a beautiful patina

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Italian Hand Wrought Gilt Pierced Iron King-Size Headboard

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H 64.97 in W 70.87 in D 1.19 in

19th Century Italian Hand Wrought Gilt Pierced Iron King-Size Headboard

Located in Firenze, IT

of the headboard has a rectangular shaped frame centred by a curly wrought iron work featuring a

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

1930s Pair of Wrought Iron Bed Headboards with Golden Details and Flowers

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H 50.79 in W 42.92 in D 2.76 in

1930s Pair of Wrought Iron Bed Headboards with Golden Details and Flowers

Located in Marbella, ES

Set of two headboards made of wrought iron and bronze, decorated with elegant golden details and

Category

Early 20th Century European Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Folk Art Wrought Iron Bed

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H 64 in W 72 in D 86 in

Folk Art Wrought Iron Bed

Located in Astoria, NY

Folk Art wrought iron bed, with tall headboard and low foot board, decorated with scrolling Baroque

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Folk Art Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gilt Iron Scrolled Full Size Headboard

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H 70 in W 59 in D 2 in

Gilt Iron Scrolled Full Size Headboard

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Vintage Italian, the side supports with pinecone finials. Condition: Losses to gilt finish.

Category

20th Century Italian Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Cast Iron and Brass Bed Heart Pattern Headboard and Footboard

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H 61 in W 54 in L 61 in

Antique Cast Iron and Brass Bed Heart Pattern Headboard and Footboard

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very pretty heart pattern footboard and headboard full size antique cast iron and brass bed with

Category

Antique 19th Century American Gothic Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Antique Victorian Style Wrought Iron & Brass King Size Bed Frame

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H 65.5 in W 83 in D 86 in

Antique Victorian Style Wrought Iron & Brass King Size Bed Frame

Located in Plainview, NY

A 19th Century Victorian style wrought iron king bed frame. The headboard and footboard are

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Victorian Style Wrought Iron & Brass King Size Bed Frame

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H 65.5 in W 83 in D 86 in

Antique Victorian Style Wrought Iron & Brass King Size Bed Frame

Located in Plainview, NY

A 19th Century Victorian style wrought iron king bed frame. The headboard and footboard are

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 19th Century French Forged Iron Gates, later adapted as a Headboard

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H 76.75 in W 63.88 in D 2 in

Pair of 19th Century French Forged Iron Gates, later adapted as a Headboard

Located in Chireno, TX

Pair of fine, high quality 19th century wrought iron gates, currently welded together as a queen

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Winchendon Headboard Iron and Wood with Shelf

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H 36 in W 55.5 in D 9.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Winchendon Headboard Iron and Wood with Shelf

By Planner Group, Paul McCobb

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a magnificent full size headboard, with a wrought iron shelving unit, by

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salvino Marsura 'Volute con Fiore' headboard - Italy, 2000s

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H 46.86 in W 37.01 in D 4.53 in

Salvino Marsura 'Volute con Fiore' headboard - Italy, 2000s

By Salvino Marsura

Located in London, GB

Self-assured and eloquent in composition, this golden headboard by Marsura is formed by a

Category

Early 2000s Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Salvino Marsura 'Nodi d’Amore' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

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H 51.97 in W 70.87 in D 4.73 in

Salvino Marsura 'Nodi d’Amore' bed headboard - Italy, 2000s

By Salvino Marsura

Located in London, GB

Nodi d’Amore – or love knots – take form in this delicately crafted aurous headboard. Three

Category

Early 2000s Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Neoclassical King Size Wrought Iron Headboard

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H 50.5 in W 80 in D 1 in

Vintage Neoclassical King Size Wrought Iron Headboard

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Neoclassical style King headboard in black wrought iron with gold metal caning and brass

Category

20th Century Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Niermann Weeks Style Hand Wrought Iron Headboard, 1980s

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H 72.25 in W 80 in D 3 in

Niermann Weeks Style Hand Wrought Iron Headboard, 1980s

By Niermann Weeks

Located in Hamburg, PA

A decorative queen size Niermann Weeks style handwrought Iron Headboard. The headboard has a

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of French Wrought Iron Twin Bed Frames

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H 54 in W 40 in D 79 in

Pair of French Wrought Iron Twin Bed Frames

Located in Winter Park, FL

wrought iron headboard and footboard accented with gold painted floral details. Cast brass finials. Minor

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Cream Enameled Wrought Iron and Brass Headboard by Tommi Parzinger

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H 50 in W 54 in D 2 in

Cream Enameled Wrought Iron and Brass Headboard by Tommi Parzinger

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Classic cream enameled iron headboard with stylized brass spire finials and centers

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Custom Antique Wrought Iron & Velvet Headboard by Melissa Levinson

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H 76 in W 81.5 in D 4 in

Custom Antique Wrought Iron & Velvet Headboard by Melissa Levinson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A 19th century hand wrought iron garden architectural element with transverse design incorporating

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Other Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Art Nouveau Gilt Wrought Iron Full Size Bed Headboard Fence Gate

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H 55 in W 54 in D 1.5 in

Vintage French Art Nouveau Gilt Wrought Iron Full Size Bed Headboard Fence Gate

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Ornate vintage Art Nouveau French style wrought iron gate. The piece is largely finished in black

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron

Glamorous Art Deco Style Gilt Iron and Umber Silk Headboard

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H 69 in W 84 in D 2 in

Glamorous Art Deco Style Gilt Iron and Umber Silk Headboard

By Raymond Subes

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Glamorous Art Deco style gilt iron and umber silk headboard, The headboard is 50" high to the top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Vintage Italian Rococo Hollywood Regency Ornate Iron Twin Bed Headboard

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H 53 in W 47.5 in D 1 in

Pair of Vintage Italian Rococo Hollywood Regency Ornate Iron Twin Bed Headboard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of vintage Italian Rococo Hollywood Regency ornate iron twin single bed headboards. Item

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-20th Century Iron Headboard with Heart-Shaped Details

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H 61.03 in W 68.12 in D 0.99 in

Mid-20th Century Iron Headboard with Heart-Shaped Details

Located in London, GB

Decorative headboard of wrought iron with heart-shaped details. Mid-20th century - European

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron

Little Antique Interior Gate or Bed Headboard

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H 45.28 in W 60.24 in D 1.19 in

Little Antique Interior Gate or Bed Headboard

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Italian antique little gate, very rare in sizes, hand-wrought iron with golden brass flowers

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini King Size Ribbon Headboard

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H 38 in W 75.25 in D 1 in

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini King Size Ribbon Headboard

By Maurizio Tempestini

Located in New York, NY

Stunning 1960s Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini wrought iron ribbon king size headboard.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Revival Headboard and Pair of Nightstands

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H 70 in W 72 in D 8 in

Spanish Revival Headboard and Pair of Nightstands

Located in Hamburg, PA

1stDibs Ref: LU926925564582 1stDibs Ref: LU926925564432

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Bedroom Sets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Wrought Iron Twin Beds

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H 31 in W 70.5 in D 39 in

Pair of Wrought Iron Twin Beds

Located in Pasadena, CA

Pair of twin beds, wrought iron headboards with lattice design in center.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Directiore Grey Painted Lit a la Polonaise

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H 99 in W 82 in D 66 in

A Directiore Grey Painted Lit a la Polonaise

Located in Riverdale, NY

with a rectangular fluted cornice above incurved silk wrapped wrought iron supports with matching

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Beds and Bed Frames

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini King-Size Headboard

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H 38 in W 75.5 in D 7 in

Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini King-Size Headboard

By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini

Located in Princeton, NJ

Large, wrought iron headboard with ribbon detail. A rarely-seen piece in an even rarer size. Also

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Pair of Salterini Ribbon Headboards

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H 38 in W 61.5 in D 1.25 in

Pair of Salterini Ribbon Headboards

By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini

Located in Princeton, NJ

Two wrought iron headboards by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini, each sized to fit either a queen

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wrought Iron

HeadBoards / Salterini

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H 38 in W 41.5 in D 1 in

HeadBoards / Salterini

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Pair of wrought iron headboards from the Salterini "neva-rust" collection.

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Wrought Iron Headboard For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the wrought iron headboard you’re looking for. Each wrought iron headboard for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and wrought iron. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect wrought iron headboard — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A wrought iron headboard made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Rococo — is very popular. A well-made wrought iron headboard has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, Tommi Parzinger and Maurizio Tempestini are consistently popular.

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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.

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