Antique Bedroom Furniture

Furnish your bedroom with pieces that have stood the test of time. Our antique bedroom furniture collection includes mahogany wardrobes, walnut dressing tables, oak bedsteads, bedside cabinets and washstands from the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian periods.

Every piece is sourced by experienced dealers who understand both the craftsmanship and the practical demands of daily use. Antique bedroom furniture offers a warmth and solidity that modern flat-pack simply cannot match.

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Fantastic 19th Century Antique Carved Oak Dresser

Fantastic antique carved oak dresser. The top section having seven beautifully designed hand carved...

Pair early 20th Century mahogany bedside cabinets

A nice decorative pair of early 20th Century mahogany bedside cupboards, lovely figured tops having...

Pair early 20th Century satinwood bedside cabinets in the Sheraton style

A highly decorative pair of early 20th Century satinwood and hand painted bedside cabinets in the Sh...

Fine Pair English Mahogany Bedside Lamp Cabinets

Top quality pair of English mahogany inlaid bedside lamp cabinets,bow fronted with singl slide and s...

Top Quality Pair French Walnut Bedside Lamp Tables

Very nice pair of French walnut bedside lamp tables, lined with white marble, freestanding and in su...

Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dressing Table

Exhibition quality antique Victorian burr walnut dressing table having a large adjustable mirror in...

Outstanding Quality Antique Burr Walnut Dressing Table

Outstanding quality antique burr walnut dressing table having three original bevel edge mirrors in b...

Outstanding Quality Large Victorian Antique Figured Mahogany Four Door Wardrobe

Outstanding quality large Victorian antique figured mahogany four door wardrobe having two moulded c...

Unusual Antique 18th Century George III Quality Mahogany Bedside Cabinet

Unusual Antique 18th century George lII quality mahogany bedside cabinet having a quality mahogany t...

Pair of Antique Quality French Kingwood Marble Top Marquetry Inlaid Bedside Cabinets

Pair of antique quality French kingwood marble top marquetry inlaid bedside cabinets having quality...

Antique William and Mary Quality Oak Panelled Rocking Crib

Antique William and Mary quality oak panelled rocking crib having a quality oak shaped hood, six tur...

Antique William and Mary Quality Oak Panelled Rocking Crib

Antique William and Mary quality oak panelled rocking crib having a quality oak shaped hood with a l...

Georgian Oak Linen Press Cupboard

An oak hanging press cupboard of a fantastic colour and surface.Circa 1780 the cupboard boasts flute...

Antique George III 18th Century Outstanding Quality Oak Welsh Dresser

Antique George III 18th century outstanding quality oak Welsh dresser having six oak lined drawers w...

Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Dressing Table

Antique Victorian quality mahogany dressing table having an adjustable swing mirror supported by two...

Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe

Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany three door wardrobe having a quality figured mahogany sha...

Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Unusual Carved Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe

Outstanding quality large antique Victorian unusual carved burr walnut 3 door wardrobe having a magn...

Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe

Outstanding quality large antique Victorian burr walnut 3 door wardrobe having a superior quality ca...

Antique Victorian Quality Carved Walnut French Bedside Cabinet

Antique Victorian quality carved walnut French bedside cabinet having a quality serpentine shaped ma...

Unusual Antique Edwardian Quality Burr Walnut Dresser Base

Unusual antique Edwardian quality burr walnut dresser base having a quality burr walnut rectangular...

Choosing Antique Bedroom Furniture

The bedroom is where antique furniture really comes into its own. A Victorian mahogany wardrobe with a mirrored door, an Edwardian satinwood dressing table, or a simple Georgian pine chest of drawers can transform a room from ordinary to genuinely characterful.

When buying antique beds, be aware that older bed frames often use non-standard sizes. Many dealers will adapt antique beds to accept modern mattresses, so always ask about sizing before you purchase. French beds from the Louis XV and Empire periods are perennially popular and widely available in sizes that work in British bedrooms.

Popular Styles and Periods

Victorian bedroom suites in mahogany remain some of the best value in antiques. A matching wardrobe, dressing table and washstand can often be found for less than their modern equivalents, yet the quality of timber and construction is incomparably better. Edwardian inlaid pieces, particularly in satinwood or rosewood, appeal to those who prefer a lighter, more refined look.

For cottage and country interiors, painted pine bedroom furniture from the 19th century is both practical and attractive. Look for original paint where possible, as this adds significantly to the character and value of the piece.

Care Tips

Keep antique bedroom furniture away from radiators and avoid placing pieces against exterior walls where damp can be an issue. A good beeswax polish applied twice a year will keep timber nourished and lustrous. For marquetry and inlaid pieces, avoid silicone-based sprays, which can cloud the surface over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Many antique beds have been adapted to take standard UK mattress sizes. Always check the internal dimensions with the dealer before purchasing. King size beds (150cm x 200cm) are commonly available in adapted antique frames.

Most Victorian and Edwardian wardrobes disassemble into sections: the cornice lifts off, shelves and rails remove, and the main carcass often separates from the base. A specialist furniture removal service experienced with antiques is always recommended.

Mahogany dominates Victorian bedroom furniture, while oak was common in the 17th and 18th centuries. Edwardian pieces often feature satinwood, walnut or rosewood veneers. Pine was used extensively for cottage furniture and servant quarters.

Absolutely. Victorian and Edwardian dressing tables were designed with daily use in mind and typically include mirrors, drawers and sometimes jewellery compartments. They are often the perfect height and scale for modern bedrooms.