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Antique Sofa Bench Settee Loveseat Chair Red Upholstery Oak Western Farmhouse
Antique Sofa Bench Settee Loveseat Chair Red Upholstery Oak Western Farmhouse

Antique Sofa Bench Settee Loveseat Chair Red Upholstery Oak Western Farmhouse

Located in Tyler, TX

Charming antique carved oak frame paired with red upholstered hall bench, settee, sofa, or loveseat. Perfect rustic, ranch or western look for a farmhouse, hunting or mountain cabine...

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Early 20th Century American Country Benches

Materials

Oak, Leather

17th Century Tuscan Cassapanca or Bench with a Family Crest
17th Century Tuscan Cassapanca or Bench with a Family Crest

17th Century Tuscan Cassapanca or Bench with a Family Crest

Located in Houston, TX

This lovely bench or hall bench has a lid that lifts with storage inside.

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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Benches

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Upholstered Bench, Cream Linen, Hand-Crafted, 1900
French Provincial Upholstered Bench, Cream Linen, Hand-Crafted, 1900

French Provincial Upholstered Bench, Cream Linen, Hand-Crafted, 1900

Located in London, GB

We always look out for these hall benches, place it in a hall or boot room - or at the end of a bed.

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Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Benches

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Pair of 19th Century English oak benches
Pair of 19th Century English oak benches

Pair of 19th Century English oak benches

Located in Malton, GB

What is nice about these benches in particular is the depth of seat which is larger that usual making them ideal for dining or impressive hall benches.

Category

Antique 19th Century Benches

Materials

Oak

C19th Country House Elm Bench
C19th Country House Elm Bench

C19th Country House Elm Bench

Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB

Substantial 19th Century ‘Country House’ elm hall bench. The arched back with angled panels and flanked with carved finials, above scroll arms with pierced carved trefoils and soli...

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Antique 1860s English Gothic Benches

Materials

Elm

Antique Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Pull-Out Bench, Circa 1870
Antique Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Pull-Out Bench, Circa 1870

Antique Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Pull-Out Bench, Circa 1870

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A late 19th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian Fållbänk, pull-out hall bench made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Benches

Materials

Wood, Pine

19th Century Gothic Hall Seat with Green Man Motif in Golden Oak
19th Century Gothic Hall Seat with Green Man Motif in Golden Oak

19th Century Gothic Hall Seat with Green Man Motif in Golden Oak

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Carved Golden Oak Coffer, Hall Seat This is a lovely old piece and a very useful Hall Bench, it has storage under the seat, the coffer has a carved front showing the face of the gr...

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Antique Late 19th Century Gothic Benches

Materials

Oak

Late Empire Bench in Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820
Late Empire Bench in Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820

Late Empire Bench in Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820

Located in Kastrup, DK

A versatile piece that can be used as a hall bench, at the foot of a bed, or as an elegant seating option in a living space.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Late Empire Bench in Cuban Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820
Late Empire Bench in Cuban Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820

Late Empire Bench in Cuban Mahogany, Denmark c. 1820

Located in Kastrup, DK

A versatile piece that can be used as a hall bench, at the foot of a bed, or as an elegant seating option in a living space.

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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Benches

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

19th Century English Carved Oak Hallbench
19th Century English Carved Oak Hallbench

19th Century English Carved Oak Hallbench

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Highly carved English Victorian oak hall bench with storage under the lift-up seat and umbrella/stick stands to each side.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Benches

Materials

Oak

The William Kent Garden Seat
The William Kent Garden Seat

The William Kent Garden Seat

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A fine William Kent carved teak garden or hall bench. The pedimented back with reverse carved shell below.

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21st Century and Contemporary British George II Benches

Materials

Teak

Antique English Chaise Lounge Bench Victorian Hall Seat Carved Walnut c1880
Antique English Chaise Lounge Bench Victorian Hall Seat Carved Walnut c1880

Antique English Chaise Lounge Bench Victorian Hall Seat Carved Walnut c1880

Located in Shreveport, LA

The compact proportions make this bench equally suited as a hall bench, as a bedroom accent, library seat or beneath a large window.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Benches

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Large French Modern Neoclassical Hand Carved Bench, style Jean-MIchel Frank 1930
Large French Modern Neoclassical Hand Carved Bench, style Jean-MIchel Frank 1930

Large French Modern Neoclassical Hand Carved Bench, style Jean-MIchel Frank 1930

By Jean-Michel Frank

Located in New York, NY

The pieces are large and suitable for bedroom or a hall bench. They have been temporarily covered in duck canvas waiting for your upholstery. 2 benches are available; they are Priced...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Canvas, Upholstery, Hardwood

Italian Neoclassical Style Gold Leaf Benches
Italian Neoclassical Style Gold Leaf Benches

Italian Neoclassical Style Gold Leaf Benches

Located in Dallas, TX

Experience the vintage sophistication of the mid-century modern era with our magnificent pair of hall benches, that dates to the early 20th century.

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Vintage 1920s Italian Neoclassical Benches

Materials

Gold Leaf

19th century French oak bench upholstered in Vaas by Emma Grant
19th century French oak bench upholstered in Vaas by Emma Grant

19th century French oak bench upholstered in Vaas by Emma Grant

Located in Malton, GB

This is a very stylish, late 19th century French hall bench. Upholstered beautifully in Vaas by Emma Grant.

Category

Antique 19th Century Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Mudejar Style Antique Spanish Carved Wooden Bench with Upholstered Seat
Mudejar Style Antique Spanish Carved Wooden Bench with Upholstered Seat

Mudejar Style Antique Spanish Carved Wooden Bench with Upholstered Seat

Located in Marbella, ES

The piece retains an authentic patina with signs of wear consistent with its age, adding depth and personality. Ideal as a hall bench, foot of the bed bench, or decorative element in...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Benches

Materials

Wood

Spanish Wooden Bench w/Arms & Back, Moorish Influenced Carving & Nicely Textured
Spanish Wooden Bench w/Arms & Back, Moorish Influenced Carving & Nicely Textured

Spanish Wooden Bench w/Arms & Back, Moorish Influenced Carving & Nicely Textured

Located in Atlanta, GA

Skirt is nicely decorated with hand-carvings and three arch-shaped cut outs create feet along the front and backside of the bench. This mid-century Spanish bench with Moorish style c...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Benches

Materials

Wood

French Louis XVI Style Giltwood and Caned Bench, C. 1900
French Louis XVI Style Giltwood and Caned Bench, C. 1900

French Louis XVI Style Giltwood and Caned Bench, C. 1900

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Ideal as a window seat, entry hall bench, end-of-bed bench, or occasional seating, this elegant piece combines timeless French craftsmanship with enduring decorative appeal.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood

English 19th Century Mahogany Window Seat
English 19th Century Mahogany Window Seat

English 19th Century Mahogany Window Seat

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This 19th century hall bench, or window seat, from England shows impeccable quality within the natural characteristics of the wood and the skill of the carver, its depth of color now...

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Excellent Green Man Hall Monks Bench
Excellent Green Man Hall Monks Bench

Excellent Green Man Hall Monks Bench

Located in Swadlincote, GB

A very good medium oak hall settle, carved green man decoration, opposing lions, lift up lid for storage, in excellent overall condition. 43" high 42" wide 19" depth You are welcom...

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Early 20th Century English Jacobean Benches

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century Tatham Hall Mahogany Bench
Early 19th Century Tatham Hall Mahogany Bench

Early 19th Century Tatham Hall Mahogany Bench

Located in Dublin 8, IE

Early 19th Century Tatham hall mahogany bench featuring roundel armrests and tapering faceted and turned legs.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Pine and Leather Hall Seat, Storage Sleigh Bench
Pine and Leather Hall Seat, Storage Sleigh Bench

Pine and Leather Hall Seat, Storage Sleigh Bench

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Pine and Leather Hall Seat, Storage Sleigh Bench This is a great piece for a hall way where storage space may be difficult, the bench is made with outward sweeping armrests and has...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cowhide, Oak

Louis XV Style Hall/Piano/Vanity Upholstered Wood Bench
Louis XV Style Hall/Piano/Vanity Upholstered Wood Bench

Louis XV Style Hall/Piano/Vanity Upholstered Wood Bench

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Louis XV Style hall/piano/vanity upholstered wood bench. It is supported by four cabriole legs ending in scrolls feet with heels.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Rococo Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut & Leather Hall Window Bench Italy 1880
Antique Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut & Leather Hall Window Bench Italy 1880

Antique Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut & Leather Hall Window Bench Italy 1880

Located in Portland, OR

Antique Italian carved Renaissance Revival walnut hall or window bench, Italy, circa 1880. The bench of Savonarola form: the back with twin finials and an inset leather panel with br...

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Antique 1880s Italian Renaissance Revival Benches

Materials

Leather, Walnut

PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN CHESTERFIELD LEATHER SNOOKER HALL PUB BENCHES
PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN CHESTERFIELD LEATHER SNOOKER HALL PUB BENCHES

PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN CHESTERFIELD LEATHER SNOOKER HALL PUB BENCHES

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this pair of absolutely stunning, fully restored Victorian style Chesterfield Snooker hall pub benches Plea...

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20th Century English Victorian Benches

Materials

Leather

1 OF 4 RESTORED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CHESTERFIELD LEATHER SNOOKER HALL PUB BENCHES
1 OF 4 RESTORED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CHESTERFIELD LEATHER SNOOKER HALL PUB BENCHES

1 OF 4 RESTORED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CHESTERFIELD LEATHER SNOOKER HALL PUB BENCHES

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale one of four absolutely stunning, fully restored extra large Victorian Snooker hall pub benches with new Ital...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

Large Antique Hall Settle, Italian, Pine, Walnut, Bench, Pew, Victorian, C.1850
Large Antique Hall Settle, Italian, Pine, Walnut, Bench, Pew, Victorian, C.1850

Large Antique Hall Settle, Italian, Pine, Walnut, Bench, Pew, Victorian, C.1850

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large antique hall settle. An Italian, pine and walnut bench or pew with Oriental taste, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Benches

Materials

Pine

Irish Walnut Bench, Hall Seat with Shoe Storage    This is a great piece
Irish Walnut Bench, Hall Seat with Shoe Storage    This is a great piece

Irish Walnut Bench, Hall Seat with Shoe Storage This is a great piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Irish Walnut Bench, Hall Seat with Shoe Storage This is a great piece for a hall way where storage space may be difficult, the bench has high armrests carved with a clover leaf Th...

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Vintage 1920s Folk Art Benches

Materials

Walnut

French Carved Oak Settle Renaissance Revival Hall Monks Bench with Lion Masks c.
French Carved Oak Settle Renaissance Revival Hall Monks Bench with Lion Masks c.

French Carved Oak Settle Renaissance Revival Hall Monks Bench with Lion Masks c.

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Richly decorated throughout, the high back is centred by two deeply carved panels depicting charming genre scenes of peasant life, framed by foliate ornament and surmounted by decora...

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Vintage 1980s Benches

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Hall Chest Bench by Clement Goyeneche in Mahogany, France, 1930s
Art Deco Hall Chest Bench by Clement Goyeneche in Mahogany, France, 1930s

Art Deco Hall Chest Bench by Clement Goyeneche in Mahogany, France, 1930s

By Clément Goyeneche

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

Rare mahogany bench-chest by Clément Goyeneche, known for his work as a french architect, painter, designer and decorator. His production of furniture is rare and exclusive: he has ...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Benches

Materials

Wood

Pair of Aesthetic Movement oak hall seat benches  by J  A S Shoolbred
Pair of Aesthetic Movement oak hall seat benches  by J  A S Shoolbred

Pair of Aesthetic Movement oak hall seat benches by J A S Shoolbred

By Jas Shoolbred & Co.

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Good pair of Aesthetic Movement oak brass mounted hall seats by J A S Shoolbred of Tottenham Court Rd London.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Benches

Materials

Oak

Oak Hall Seat Cupboard
Oak Hall Seat Cupboard

Oak Hall Seat Cupboard

Located in Cheshire, GB

This substantial early-20th-century oak hall seat cupboard presents an impressive blend of utility and traditional craftsmanship.

Category

20th Century British Benches

Materials

Oak

George III Chair Back Hall Seat
George III Chair Back Hall Seat

George III Chair Back Hall Seat

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A delightful George III English Hepplewhite style chair back hall sofa or bench. Retaining the original distressed paintwork.

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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Benches

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Lion Griffon Carved Italian 1860 Monks Settle Bench Internal Storage
Antique Lion Griffon Carved Italian 1860 Monks Settle Bench Internal Storage

Antique Lion Griffon Carved Italian 1860 Monks Settle Bench Internal Storage

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand carved circa 1860 Monks oak settle bench with internal storage from the north of Italy depicting Lions, Griffons, and a coat of ...

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Antique 1860s Italian High Victorian Benches

Materials

Oak

George IV Gothic Oak Hall Seat
George IV Gothic Oak Hall Seat

George IV Gothic Oak Hall Seat

Located in London, GB

A FINE GEORGE IV GOTHIC OAK HALL SEAT, Circa 1825.

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Antique 19th Century Benches

Materials

Oak

19th Century Painted Irish Hall Seat
19th Century Painted Irish Hall Seat

19th Century Painted Irish Hall Seat

Located in Kent, Dover

An Irish hall seat in finely carved and painted mahogany. Depicting mythological beasts, Neo-Classical elements and shamrock. Newly upholstered in raw linen.

Category

Antique 1850s Irish Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Central Lounge by USM NYC MIDTOWN COLLECTION BY BEN GANZ
Central Lounge by USM NYC MIDTOWN COLLECTION BY BEN GANZ

Central Lounge by USM NYC MIDTOWN COLLECTION BY BEN GANZ

By Usm Haller

Located in New York, NY

CENTRAL LOUNGE USM NYC MIDTOWN COLLECTION BY BEN GANZ A LIMITED EDITION AVAILABLE IN A MONOCHROMATIC PALETTE OF BLACK AND WHITE, EMPHASIZING TIMELESS ELEGANCE AND STRUCTURAL SOPHISTI...

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2010s Swiss Benches

Materials

Steel

The Gillows Bench
The Gillows Bench

The Gillows Bench

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A fine regency design Grand Tour inspired mahogany bench/hall seat of elegant proportions. Almost certainly designed by renowned Charles Heathcote Tatham.

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21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Fine English Mahogany Dining Table of the William IV Period
Fine English Mahogany Dining Table of the William IV Period

Fine English Mahogany Dining Table of the William IV Period

Located in Essex, MA

Fine William IV Mahogany Extension Dining Table and an Ensuite Carved Mahogany Hall Bench The hall bench holding three leaves and three pads.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Large Chippendale Bench
Large Chippendale Bench

Large Chippendale Bench

Located in Annville, PA

Great at the foot of a bed and can also be used as either a window bench or hall seat. Bench Measures 47″w x 21″d x 22″h metric: 119 x 53 x 56

Category

2010s Chippendale Benches

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century English Paint and Parcel Gilt Settee
Early 19th Century English Paint and Parcel Gilt Settee

Early 19th Century English Paint and Parcel Gilt Settee

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A stunning hall bench with great decoration. The fabric is new.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Spanish Renaissance Revival Carved Wooden Bench, Early 20th Century
Spanish Renaissance Revival Carved Wooden Bench, Early 20th Century

Spanish Renaissance Revival Carved Wooden Bench, Early 20th Century

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Its deep, dark patina enhances the carved details and reflects the authenticity and age of the piece. Ideal as an entryway bench, hall seating, or statement piece in a living space,...

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Vintage 1930s Spanish Renaissance Revival Benches

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Italian Art Deco folding two-seater bench in wood, 1930s
Italian Art Deco folding two-seater bench in wood, 1930s

Italian Art Deco folding two-seater bench in wood, 1930s

Located in MIlano, IT

The seat can be raised. 1930s Good condition, with scattered signs of age and use. Measurements in cm: bench 94x66x84h and 42h seat closed bench 94x30x100h This seat is suitable both...

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Benches

Materials

Wood

Stunning Suite of Antique Anglo Indian circa 1880 Oak & Iron Bound Hall Seats
Stunning Suite of Antique Anglo Indian circa 1880 Oak & Iron Bound Hall Seats

Stunning Suite of Antique Anglo Indian circa 1880 Oak & Iron Bound Hall Seats

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this lovely suite of original Anglo Indian circa 1880 oak and iron bound hall seating with internal storage A good looking and well made suite, the set ...

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Antique 1880s Indian Anglo-Indian Benches

Materials

Oak

Italian Art Deco bench in wood and white leather, 1940s
Italian Art Deco bench in wood and white leather, 1940s

Italian Art Deco bench in wood and white leather, 1940s

Located in MIlano, IT

Measurements in cm 151x49x88h and 46h seat This seat is suitable both for a formal place such as an office or a waiting room, and for an informal place such as a bedroom, a living ro...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique French Farmhouse Coffee Table Bench Baluster Pedestal Oak c.1930s
Antique French Farmhouse Coffee Table Bench Baluster Pedestal Oak c.1930s

Antique French Farmhouse Coffee Table Bench Baluster Pedestal Oak c.1930s

Located in Tyler, TX

LOVELY French Oak Farmhouse Coffee Table, Bench or Window Seat~~c. 1930s Versatile piece with so many functions~~use as a traditional coffee table, entry or hall bench, or a window ...

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Vintage 1930s French Renaissance Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Liberty & Co. An Arts & Crafts Oak Window or Hall Seat with Large Pierced Hearts
Liberty & Co. An Arts & Crafts Oak Window or Hall Seat with Large Pierced Hearts

Liberty & Co. An Arts & Crafts Oak Window or Hall Seat with Large Pierced Hearts

By Liberty & Co.

Located in London, GB

Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts oak window or hall seat with large pierced hearts to each end with moulded edges to the seat and an octagonal shaped stretcher.

Category

20th Century English Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Oak

Regency Hall Stool by Richard Penn, Carved Mahogany, UK, 1835
Regency Hall Stool by Richard Penn, Carved Mahogany, UK, 1835

Regency Hall Stool by Richard Penn, Carved Mahogany, UK, 1835

Located in London, GB

A group of 10 Hall Benches of Identical design executed in oak were supplied to Cropley Ashley Cooper, 6th Earl of Shaftesbury (1768-1851 St Giles house, Wimborne St Giles, Dorset.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Stools

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Chippendale Carved Tufted Bench Newly Reupholstered in Leather - Pair
Antique Chippendale Carved Tufted Bench Newly Reupholstered in Leather - Pair

Antique Chippendale Carved Tufted Bench Newly Reupholstered in Leather - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Ball & Claw Six Leg Tufted Hall/Dining Bench Newly Reupholstered in a Italian Cabernet Leather - Pair They showcase a carved mahogany frame...

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Early 20th Century Chippendale Benches

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Rare large "Trèfle" bench seat by Joseph-André Motte France, 1975
Rare large "Trèfle" bench seat by Joseph-André Motte France, 1975

Rare large "Trèfle" bench seat by Joseph-André Motte France, 1975

By Joseph-André Motte

Located in Paris, FR

Following on from these creations for public spaces ( government orders), he created the « Trèfle » bench for the hall of the Grand-Quevilly town hall (Seine-Maritime, France).

Category

Vintage 1970s French Benches

Materials

Steel

French Brass Long Bench Upholstered in Striped Silk Fabric, 1940s
French Brass Long Bench Upholstered in Striped Silk Fabric, 1940s

French Brass Long Bench Upholstered in Striped Silk Fabric, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Elegant hall or bedroom brass long bench upholstered in striped silk fabric, France, 1930s This outstanding neoclassical style bench was manufactured at the Art Deco Period.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Benches

Materials

Brass

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Hall Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

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