In an age when decorating with “green” intentions has become so important to our environment and future generations, what better way to go green and recycle than to use original antiques that were made back in the 1800’s and have no impact on our environment because their production “footprint” is non-existent today. Iron beds are…
As I’ve mentioned in previous postings, the iron beds being made in England back in the 1800’s , were far inferior in their strength, quality and design, in comparison to those iron beds being made in this country at the same time.
So what would make a heavy iron bed more appealing to an iron bed companies female clientele?
Hearts were a very popular motif in the design of iron beds.
Nothing can bring an old antique iron bed to life more than a custom finish.
Why is it more and more decorators are suggesting iron beds to their clients.
As is well documented, the Art Nouveau period was peaking between 1890 and 1905…..well after the popularity of iron beds had been around and flourishing.
Iron Beds back in the 1800’s walked a fine line of trying to please both male and female family members.