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What is a deacon’s bench?

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What is a deacon’s bench?
A deacon’s bench is a long bench with a back, and often arms, made up of spindles or slats. It is typically crafted from wood and often used as an entryway bench or at the foot of a bed. On 1stDibs, find a range of deacon’s benches.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique Black Painted Deacon's Bench
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique Deacon's bench features hardwood construction, chippy black painted finish, sculpted
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Cushman Maple Wood Carved Eagle Back Colonial Settee Deacons Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cushman Maple Wood Carved Eagle Back Colonial Settee Deacons Bench. Item features (6) turn
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Benches

Materials

Maple

Child-Sized Deacons' Bench / Wooden sofa (20th-Century, Rare Find)
Located in Kvidinge, SE
bench (or "wooden sofa") is a rare find, a primitive bench from the early 20th century, scale for
Category

Vintage 1920s Benches

Materials

Pine

Rustic Old Hickory Deacon's Cushioned Bench
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Old Hickory beacon's bench. With diamond motif on bottom and twig back. Long poles with branches to
Category

2010s American Benches

Materials

Fabric, Hickory

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