Learn how to spot the real deal from reproductions with expert tips from Cathousebeds.com If you’ve ever fallen in love with the elegant curves and timeless beauty of an antique iron bed, you’re not alone. These charming relics of the 19th century offer both historical value and functional artistry, making them one of the most…
When it comes to classic vintage bedroom décor, few pieces are as iconic or enduring as antique iron beds. Elegant, artistic, and timelessly romantic, these 19th-century treasures remain highly sought after by collectors and interior designers alike. Yet one question continues to come up: which was more popular—brass or iron beds? While both styles have…
If you’ve been searching for an antique iron bed or vintage iron beds for your home, you’ve likely already discovered just how difficult it can be. These timeless pieces of furniture are more than just beds — they’re handcrafted works of art that evoke history, charm, and unmatched craftsmanship. But finding them? That’s another story…
In an age where fast furniture dominates the market—where pieces are assembled with flimsy tools, and “durable” means “hopefully lasts a couple of years”—there’s something extraordinary about owning a piece that has stood the test of time. We’re talking about antique iron beds—not just beautiful to look at, but rich in character, craftsmanship, and stories.…
The mid-19th century was a time of great innovation and craftsmanship in the world of furniture. One of the most fascinating contributions to this era was the rise of art panel beds, especially those made of iron. These beds, often referred to as antique iron beds, were the epitome of both style and functionality, offering…
It was the traditional bed for that period. Yes there were wooden headboards. But the majority of the population slept on iron beds. What made them so popular were a number of contributing factor’s. The first few were practical ones…….they elevated the person sleeping in the away from the drafts that were close to the…
I’ve done numerous blogs in the past about “art display panel beds”. Many of them were actually made by a foundry/manufacturer in Chicago called the “Art Bed Co.” These particular beds had flat metal panels that served as canvases for different floral bouquet’s, pastoral scenes, or even abstract Victorian designs. But there were a select few…
There are a number of ways that a person could consider art to be involved in antique iron beds. But there are two ways that stand out probably more than others. One would be the iron beds from the mid to late 1800’s that were referred to as “art panel” beds. These beds specifically had…
Although the “art panel” iron beds that were being made back in the early 1800’s, certainly not the Deco period of the 1920’s and 30’s, definitely had a Deco feel to them. Take a look at this photo of a bed that was made in 1820. You would think with these more modern lines like…
Here is an Art Panel bed that was found in the Pittsburgh PA area. Iron beds didn’t usually filter too far west of the Mississippi back in the 1800’s. Shipping a heavy metal bed back then was much more of an ordeal than it is today, before trains and truck’s were able to bring them…