“Faces Behind The Iron Beds”
I often wonder what type of person bent the tubing, poured the iron into the molds and laid their hands on what I’ve made a business out of the better part of my life
“British Cylinder Bed”…….
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.
Paul Newman & Joanne Woodward my first celeb/client couple
With the Oscars at had, I was reminiscing about a number of the old celebrities I’ve had the good fortune to have met and sold iron beds to over the years.
What Sizes Did Antique Beds Come In?
What sizes did antique beds come in ? Back in the 1800’s there were only three size beds being used…….Twin’s, which could vary in width sometimes as much as 5″, then there were 3/4 size, that were right around 48″ in width and last but certainly not least was the double/full size at 53′ to…
I Lost The Side Rails To My Bed
“I lost the side rails to my iron bed……can I buy an extra pair from you”? I can’t begin to tell you how many time’s I’ve heard this.
The Origin Of Cathouse Antique Beds
In the mid 70’s I was living in Georgetown, a section of Washington DC
Metal Beds Wooden Beds Upholstered Beds The Dilemma
Ok……You’ve got this sweet little bedroom that’s just crying out for some form of bed.
Valentines Day for Old Metal Beds
Now how could Valentines Day ever be associated with iron beds?
Art On Beds
So what would make a heavy iron bed more appealing to an iron bed companies female clientele?
Casting Detail……..”Finishes help…….”
So why were these old beauties referred to as cast iron beds?