Unrestored Gaslight Iron Beds
The largest category of authentic iron beds is the Gaslight bed. Gaslight beds incorporate
an almost endless variety of detailing and materials. Generally using a straight framework
of solid iron uprights in various designs and accentuated with solid castings. The designs
range from the elaborate to the restrained. The detailed castings often incorporate unique
geometric, natural or iconic patterns and the corner castings are often especially unique.
The tops rails can consist of solid iron or have brass spindles or other interesting elements.
They can be arching, flat or bowed and can include a wide variety of finial treatments.
A super twin iron bed in excellent structural shape. Authentic silver finish,
great round dot castings, square x corner castings and good height. Would look great
as is or refinished.
An interesting color combo on this twin iron bed. The blue is offset by some after market additional
deco brass elements on top. Many early iron beds were modified to "fit" the times in this way. Brass tube
in front, iron in back. Unique.
A great twin size solid iron gaslight bed in very nice condition. With an authentic
chipped silver finish, this bed has solid iron ball castings, great tight radius corner
details and floor casters. A classic guest room stunner.
