In the realm of interior design, the choice of furniture plays a pivotal role in creating a captivating and inviting atmosphere. One particular element that has stood the test of time is the antique iron bed. These exquisite pieces not only serve as functional furniture but also contribute significantly to the aesthetics of a space.…
In the relentless pursuit of comfort and convenience in our modern lives, we often find ourselves yearning for the simplicity and charm of days gone by. One such nostalgic relic of a bygone era is the sleeping porch, a concept that emerged in response to the stifling summer nights before the advent of air conditioning.…
In the realm of small-space interior design, the grace and allure of antique iron beds reign supreme, infusing every corner with a touch of vintage sophistication and charm. In particular, their meticulously crafted head and footboards epitomize the timeless appeal that antique iron beds bring to compact living areas. Let’s explore why antique iron beds…
What is a “Transitional” style antique iron bed ? It’s a bed design/style, that falls between two distinctive established design styles, like Victorian, Art Nouveau, Craftsman, Austere, or Art Deco, It’s style encompasses elements from two distinctively different styles. The attached photo, has casting’s that are definitely from the Victorian era, yet curved tubing and…
The “Crown” or “head” casting, as they were commonly referred to back in the 1800’s, when antique iron beds were at their most popular period, were the most prominent thing a person’s eye would usually go to, when looking at an iron bed. So their impotance was not lost on the people designing and selling…
Confused ????? Imagine how the public felt back in the late 1800’s. Well the manufacturer of this bed frame was equally confused and thought he’d offer a little of both worlds to his clientele. Most people don’t realize the difference between “brass beds” and “iron beds“,and why a manufacturer would produce a bed farme that…
Well…….If you don’t recognize these three gentlemen, you’ve probably been living under a rock for the past 46 years. Thats when the first Star Wars movie was released and these three men……Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill and George Lucas, became house hold names. I’ve been fortunate to have sold all three of them antique iron beds,…
Many people aren’t aware that the largest size iron bed frame, being made back in the 1800’s was a double/full size. Quite often it was a common practice to put multiple children in one bed. I’ve seen photo’s of three and four children, turned sideways in the old double size beds. They would stay in…
So what was the purpose of manufacturers adding the more difficult and costly brass scrolling to their more affordable iron beds ? It was their desire to attract the more popular clientele that were buying all “brass bed frames“. Antique Iron beds offered the public, in the 1800’s, a number of things that “brass beds”…
The demise of antique iron beds can be largely attributed to the Industrial Revolution. During the late 18th and 19th centuries, the Industrial Revolution transformed manufacturing processes and introduced significant changes in society and technology. Here’s a short explanation of how this period led to the decline of antique iron beds: In summary, the Industrial…