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Antique hand-forged iron bed headboard from Italy, dating to the first half of the 20th century, in black and brown tones, with two circular cromolithographic religious medallions, measuring 140 by 90 cm, no bed base included, and in poor condition with extensive wear and damage.
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Old wrought-iron headboard — Italian craftsmanship with chromolithographic religious medallions — Early 20th century
Item Description
An enchanting double-bed headboard in true Italian Liberty/Eclectic style, handcrafted entirely in wrought iron.
The distinguishing feature of this work is the presence of two rare circular medallions embedded in the iron’s weave, which preserve period sacred images (probably chromolithographs on metal or protected pressed cardboard):
Upper Medallion:
Depiction of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Lower Medallion:
Depiction of the Madonna della Seggiola (inspired by Raphael) with the Infant Jesus and Saint John the Baptist.
The structure is characterized by elegant curling volutes and vertical uprights ending with spherical knobs in solid iron.
The patina of time is genuine and gives the piece a rustic and devotional flavor typical of rural noble residences or manor houses from the early 20th century.
Technical Details
Material: Hand-forged wrought iron.
Period: Early 1900s.
Origin: Italy
Dimensions: 140 x 90 cm.
Condition: Good original state. It presents a natural patina of oxidation (surface rust) that certifies its age and originality. The medallions show signs of wear that add historical charm to the object. Solid and intact structure.
Why buy this piece?
Ideal as a headboard for a bed with a shabby chic or vintage industrial design, but also stunning when hung on a wall as a decorative mural element or as a headboard for a sofa. A piece of the history of Italian craftsmanship and popular devotion.
Old wrought-iron headboard — Italian craftsmanship with chromolithographic religious medallions — Early 20th century
Item Description
An enchanting double-bed headboard in true Italian Liberty/Eclectic style, handcrafted entirely in wrought iron.
The distinguishing feature of this work is the presence of two rare circular medallions embedded in the iron’s weave, which preserve period sacred images (probably chromolithographs on metal or protected pressed cardboard):
Upper Medallion:
Depiction of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Lower Medallion:
Depiction of the Madonna della Seggiola (inspired by Raphael) with the Infant Jesus and Saint John the Baptist.
The structure is characterized by elegant curling volutes and vertical uprights ending with spherical knobs in solid iron.
The patina of time is genuine and gives the piece a rustic and devotional flavor typical of rural noble residences or manor houses from the early 20th century.
Technical Details
Material: Hand-forged wrought iron.
Period: Early 1900s.
Origin: Italy
Dimensions: 140 x 90 cm.
Condition: Good original state. It presents a natural patina of oxidation (surface rust) that certifies its age and originality. The medallions show signs of wear that add historical charm to the object. Solid and intact structure.
Why buy this piece?
Ideal as a headboard for a bed with a shabby chic or vintage industrial design, but also stunning when hung on a wall as a decorative mural element or as a headboard for a sofa. A piece of the history of Italian craftsmanship and popular devotion.
Details
Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Metal, Wrought iron
Style
Antique
Colour
Black, Brown
Condition
Poor - heavily used with major cracks, damages or major parts missing
Height
140 cm
Width
90 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated Period
First half of the 20th century
Bed Base Included
No
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