Pennsylvania House Queen Anne Mahogany and Upholstered Bench
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Century Pennsylvania House Queen Anne Mahogany and Upholstered Bench.
Mahogany, Upholstery
$932Sale Price|20% Off
19thc Small Bucket Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc early original small bucket bench in fine condition. This sturdy bench has a worn or aged patina.
Wood
Monumental Antique Pennsylvania Farmhouse Painted Wood Bench
Located in Forney, TX
A monumental 12' Long Pennsylvania farmhouse painted wood bench. Born in the 19th Century, early American country style with Dutch / Scandinavian influence, simple primitive hand...
Wood, Paint
Carved Mahogany Ladder Back Country Rush Seat Loveseat Bench MINT!
By Pennsylvania House, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Carved Mahogany Ladder Back Country Rush Seat Loveseat Bench MINT!
Rattan, Walnut
Mid 19th Century Hand Crafted & Painted Pennsylvania Sheraton Plank Seat Bench
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic Sheraton plank bench and in old original paint with hand stenciling throughout the seat and back. Hand turned spindles, stretchers and legs. A good portion of the original ...
Pine, Paint
Vintage Pennsylvania Dutch Folk Art Hand Painted Wooden Stool
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage hand-crafted Folk Art stool features milking stool form with detailed carved legs in solid maple wood. The stool is decorated with hand painted floral decor in Rosemaling st...
Maple, Lacquer, Paint
19Thc Original Paint Decorated Settee From Berks County, Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc Hand Made and hand painted Settee three seater. Wonderful peach and leaf design. Found in Berks County Pennsylvania. Wonderful age and patina. Wonderful Green color and gold co...
Wood
19Thc Original Red Painted Rounded Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original red painted rounded farm bench from Pennsylvania. The condition is very good and has amazing cut outs.
Wood
19th C Paint Decorated Farmhouse Benches, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C Painted long farmhouse bench's in amazing condition from Pennsylvania.These benches are a matching pair and from Berks County,Pennsylvania.The paint is a later version of pain...
Pine
19thc Hand Made Farm Bench From Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early mid 19thc original taupe painted farm bench from Pennsylvania with amazing cut out legs.Notice all mortised & square nail construction.This early bench has fragments of pai...
Wood
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Finely Decorated and Painted 19th Century Settle Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large and deep 19th century original painted and decorated settle bench is made in New Berlin, Pennsylvania. It is in remarkable condition and great surface.
Wood
Antique Farm Table or Settlers Bench, Wood, Pennsylvania, Circa 1860
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This versatile piece functions as both a table and bench.
Wood
$1,196Sale Price|20% Off
18Thc Original Painted & Mortised Walnut Bench / Foot Stool From Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine 18Thc Mortised & Original painted foot stool is in very sturdy condition. The patina is amazing and worn top of stool. Really great condition especially given the age.
Wood
Primitive American- Pennsylvania Antique Blanket Chest Bench circa 1800's W Till
Located in Wilmington, DE
Primitive American- Pa Antique blanket chest bench circa 1800's w till Offered is a Primitive American- Pa Antique Blanket Chest Bench.
Walnut
Late 19th Century Original Red Painted Bench Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful red wash painted bench from Pennsylvania has a super mellow patina.
Pine
Early 19th C Original Grey Painted Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C original grey painted built in shelfing or bucket bench from Pennsylvania. This shelf is dovetailed construction and early cut nails.
Wood
Apple Green, Plank Seat, Paint-Decorated Settee, ca 1845-1865
Located in York County, PA
The theorem-like registers on the crest rails are typical of rural Pennsylvania chairs and benches. There is a cluster of grapes in the center, flanked by a large bell flower, other ...
Wood
20th Century Pickled Oak Bench
Located in New York, NY
Solid oak bench handmade in Pennsylvania after a 1940's original.
Oak
Unavailable
H 40.5 in W 54.75 in D 14 in
19th Century Pennsylvania Painted Pine Bucket Bench in Old Red Surface
Located in Woodbury, CT
Painted pine bucket bench with two shelves, scalloped sides, and cross-braced back retaining an old red surface. Excellent condition with scalloped sides, raised feet, and cross-brac...
Pine
19THC. ORIGINAL BLUE PAINTED BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC FANTASTIC ORIGINAL BLUE PAINTED PENNSYLVANIA BENCH ,THIS BENCH HAS WONDERFUL CUT OUTS .
Pine
Long Pennsylvania Water Bench
Located in York County, PA
LONG PENNSYLVANIA WATER BENCH WITH TRIPLE-MORTISED CONSTRUCTION AND BEAUTIFULLY SCALLOPED LEGS, CA 1850: This classic Pennsylvania water bench has the construction and form indica...
18THC BUCKET BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GREAT 18THC BUCKET BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA IN OLD ORIGINAL NATURAL SURFACE,WONDERFUL RIBBED MOLDING EDGE AND ALL MORTISED LEGS,WITH EARLY NAILS AND WOOD PEGS CONSTRUCTION -GREAT STUR...
Pine
19th Century Pennsylvania Painted Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted pine rustic bench in green-blue. Original condition. Sturdy.
Pine, Paint
1840's Pennsylvania Courthouse Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
11.5 foot long spindle back bench. Old dark red milk paint, with some areas of wear.
Pine
Fantastic 19thc Bucket Bench From Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FANTASTIC 19THC TALL WATER BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA.ORIGINAL FOREST GREEN PAINT AND SQUARE NAIL CONSTRUCTION.THIS BENCH HAS SUCH GREAT FORM AND PRESENTS, SIMPLE LINES.THE TOP HAS A LA...
19thc Oak Water Bench From Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC OAK WATER BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA .MORTISED ON BOTH SIDES AND WONDERFUL CUT OUT FEET.GREAT WORN PATINA ON THE TOP.THIS BENCH IS STURDY AND IN GREAT CONDITION.GREAT IN THE ENTER...
1880-1890 SLATTED BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1880-1890 OLD SURFACE GARDEN BENCH GREAT FORM.
Wood
19THC ORIGINAL WHITE PAINTED BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ORIGINAL WHITE PAINTED BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA. WITH EARLY NAILS -GREAT STURDY CONSTRUCTION AND WONDERFUL FORM.
Wood
19THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC DARK GREY PAINTED BENCH MADE OSF THICK PLANK PINE BOARDS FROM PENNSYLVANIA -GREAT OLD SURFACE
Pine
19THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC ORIGINAL BLUE/GREY PAINTED BENCH MADE OF THICK PLANK PINE BOARDS FROM PENNSYLVANIA-GREAT OLD SURFACE
Pine
19THC ORIGINAL CAMEL PAINTED BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED CAMEL COLORED BENCH FROM LANCASTER COUNTY ,PENNSYLVANIA WITH A WONDERFUL OLD SURFACE AND GREAT PATINA
Pine
19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED SETTLE/BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC ORIGINAL GREEN PAINTED SETTLE/BENCH WITH WONDERFUL STENCIL IN GREAT FORM AND CONDITION.THIS SETTLE IS FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Pine
19THC OVERSIZE ORIGINAL PAINTED BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED WIDE SEAT FARM/BUCKET BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA. GREAT FORM AND WONDERFUL OVERSIZE.
Pine
19thc Original Cream Painted Farmhouse Bench From Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc Original cream painted farmhouse bench from Pennsylvania .The condition is very good with square nailed and mortised construction .
19THC ORIGINAL WHITE PAINTED PLANK BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
WONDERFUL FOLKY PLANK WOOD 19THC BENCH POSSIBLY FROM A GARDEN OR FRONT PORCH-GREAT CONDITION AND SCALE/FOUND IN PENNSYLVANIA
Pine
19THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED WATER BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FOLKY GREY PAINTED WATER BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA .WONDERFUL SMALL SIZE AND CONDITION WITH DOVE TAILED CENTER BOARD CONSTRUCTION.GREAT AS A SMALL COFFEE TABLE OR END TABLE.
Pine
Late 19th Century Pennsylvania Deacons Bench or Settle
Located in Bellport, NY
A late 19th century decorated Pennsylvania Deacons bench or settle. Original red paint, decorated with hand painted flowers, cherub face and roosters.
Wood
Sold
H 17.75 in W 41.75 in D 12.75 in
19th Century American Country Pennsylvania Painted Mortised Bench
Located in Forney, TX
A wonderfully distressed antique early American Pennsylvania painted wooden bench with highly desirable heavily worn rustic patina.
Wood
19th Century Rustic Farm House Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rustic 19th century natural surface water or small bucket bench was more then likely a water bench or used on the farm. The natural worn patina is fantastic. The bench is mortis...
Pine
Early 19th c. Original Painted Bucket Bench From Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early and wonderful original painted water or bucket bench was found in Pennsylvania .The construction is square nail and mortised legs through the seat .
Sold
H 24 in W 54 in D 18.5 in
19th Century Original Grey Painted Water/Bucket Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FANTASTIC FORM AND COLOR 19THC GREY PAINTED BUCKET BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA IN GREAT CONDITION.
Pine
Sold
H 19 in W 72 in D 14 in
Pennsylvania 6' Primitive Oak and Patinated Seafoam Green Paint Bench /coffee ta
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A primitive bench in weathered oak with a beautiful seafoam green paint showing through. This has been weathered to perfection and shows very well. This bench with through tenon jo...
Oak
19th Century Pennsylvania Loveseat/Day Bed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC PENNSYLVANIA LOVESEAT/DAY BED ALL ORIGINAL UPHOLSTERY ON BLUE AND WHITE HOMESPUN LINEN CUSHION AND GREAT CONDITION
Linen
Early 19th Century Pennsylvania Farmhouse Storage Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early boot box or storage box bench was found in a Pennsylvania farmhouse and has a wonderful worn patina.
Wood
EARLY 19THC SETTLE IN ORIGINAL PAINT FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
EARLY 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED SETTLE FROM PENNSYLVANIA WITH SHOE FEET. WONDERFUL OLD PATINA AND SURFACE. LIFT TOP SEAT FOR STORAGE GREAT UNUSUAL FORM AND SIZE. FOUND IN LANCASTER COUN...
Pine
Primitive Oak & Pine Wood Benches
Located in Bellport, NY
Shapely pair of Pennsylvania country benches.With pine seats and oak back rails,red plaid cushons available if needed.
Pine, Oak
19th c. Hickory Farm Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early and classic Pennsylvania farm bench features form and construction typical of mid-19th century long and narrow.
Hickory
19Thc Original Powder Blue Farmhouse Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original blue painted farmhouse bench from Pennsylvania.This sturdy water bench has fantastic cut out legs.
Wood
Americana 19th Century Decorated Bench or Settle.
Located in Bellport, NY
A Pennsylvania paint decorated bench or settle. Original milk paint in a light Federal blue.
Wood
19THC PARK BENCH OF WOOD AND IRON FRAME
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC PARK BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA, THIS BENCH IS MADE WITH WOOD AND IRON FRAME
Iron
Bench With Splayed, Butterfly Cut, Bootjack Legs And Olive Green
Located in York County, PA
This classic Pennsylvania water bench has excellent early paint and beautiful form.
Pennsylvania Bucket Bench In Apple Green Paint
Located in York County, PA
PENNSYLVANIA BUCKET BENCH IN APPLE GREEN PAINT, 1820-1865: Among surviving Pennsylvania bucket benches, this is a gem.
HAND PAINTED/DECORATED SETTEES BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS FANTASTIC SETTEE BENCH HAS WONDERFUL HAND PAINTED DECORATION OF FRUIT WITH A STENCIL AND GILDED TRIM THROUGHOUT. THE BASE PAINT IS A BLACK ORIGINAL SURFACE AND TRIM IS A MUSTARD...
Pine
19THC PENNSYLVANIA SPINDLE LOVE SEAT BENCH/RARE FORM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC PENNSYLVANIA SPINDLE LOVE SEAT/BENCH WITH ORIGINAL CASTERS IN PRISTINE CONDITION,SQUARE NAIL CONSTRUCTION AND GREAT OLD SURFACE.
Pine
19th Century Dry Sink or Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th century dry sink in pine from Pennsylvania in original worn old surface. This dry sink or bucket bench sink has a great till with drain lines throughout the top inset.
Wood
19thc Original Green Painted Pennsylvania Bucket Bench / Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic small scale 19thc original green painted bucket bench with two shelves. Back boards are hand planed and inside shelves have initials who probably made this adorable bench....
Pine
Early 19th Century Folky Cobblers Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic and very early 19th century cobblers bench with four original little drawers and one large slide drawer below. The slide drawer below is dovetailed and the little drawers a...
Pine
Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Buck Bench in Yellow Mustard Paint
Located in York County, PA
LANCASTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA BUCKET BENCH IN YELLOW MUSTARD PAINT WITH SALMON POLKA DOT DECORATION, 1830-50: Plank-sided bucket bench, on half-moon, bootjack feet, in mustard pain...
Finely Decorated and Painted 19th Century Settle Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large and deep 19th century original painted and decorated settle bench is made in New Berlin, Pennsylvania. It is in remarkable condition and great surface.
Wood
19th Century Cream Painted Bucket or Farm Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This was found in Pennsylvania.
Pine
Pennsylvania Paint-Decorated Settee
Located in York County, PA
The theorem-like registers on the crest rails and horizontal back slats are typical of rural Pennsylvania chairs and benches. These are gilded and painted in gold, silver, copper, gr...
Paint-Decorated and Gilt-Stenciled Settee in Canary Yellow
Located in York County, PA
The seat is more narrow than the typical Pennsylvania example, but the length is identical to most and the overall feel is that of a Pennsylvania bench.
19th Century Paint Decorated Settle from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century original paint decorated settle bench from Pennsylvania. This amazing settle was found in Bucks County, Pennsylvania and came from a Philadelphia estate.
Wood, Paint
Sold
H 44 in W 76 in D 29 in
Early 19thc Original Paint Decorated Settle, Signed New Berlin, Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The settle is signed , "NEW BERLIN" on the base which is Snyder County ,Pennsylvania .This bench is from the collection of Shirley & Robert Kuster of Selinsgrove ,Pennsylvania .The...
19thc Original White Painted Plank Wood Farm Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc original white painted plank wood farm bench from Pennsylvania.This thick two inch plank bench has dovetailed and mortised construction through the top of the seat.The conditio...
19THC UNUSUAL FORM & ORIGINAL PAINTED BUCKET BENCH FROM PA.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS RARE FORM BUCKET BENCH FROM PENNSYLVANIA IS IN ORIGINAL SAGE GREEN & SALMON TOP PAINT.THE TOP OF THE BENCH HAS THE ORIGINAL FINGER HOLE USED FOR CARRING AROUND.THE TOP AND THE S...
Mid-19th Century, Plank Seat, Paint-Decorated Settee
Located in York County, PA
The theorem-like registers are typical of rural Pennsylvania chairs and benches. These are hand-painted with fruit and flora in a coppery bronze, black, grey, yellow and gold, and re...
Pennsylvania Plank Deacons or Farmhouse Bench
Located in Southampton, NJ
An American 19th century Pennsylvania deep single board plank-seat bench in the half-spindle-back style with mortis & tenon joinery.
Upholstery, Birch, Pine
Late 19th Century Pennsylvania Dutch Deacons Bench.
Located in Bellport, NY
A late 19th Century Pennsylvania Dutch Deacons bench. Great condition,painted black,works great in an entrance way,or as dining seating,anywhere.
Wood
19th C. American Pennsylvania Farmhouse Windsor Bench
Located in Southampton, NJ
19th C. Pennsylvania pine & poplar Windsor bench with half spindles & plank seat, enhanced with a single custom cushion in new vintage stock hand loomed flame stitch upholstery.
Textile, Poplar, Pine
Old Hickory Bench From Pennsylvania W/ Leather Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This folky 19thc old hickory bench comes to us from a farm in Pennsylvania.We had upholstered in vintage leather from a old leather sofa.Very cool and super comfortable.
Leather, Hickory
Sold
H 34 in W 71.5 in D 26.5 in
Mid 19th C Hand Crafted & Hand Painted Pennsylvania Plank Settle Original
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic, from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania this totally hand built and hand painted 3 seat settle with a one piece plank bench seat has remained untouched with the exception of t...
Pine, Paint
Fantastically Long Country Pine Gathering Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A rare especially long almost 9 foot gathering bench from rustic Pennsylvania, antique pine with wonderful patina.
Pine
19th Century American Painted Deacon's Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gracious 19th century painted bench from Pennsylvania. Nice deep seat. Original lovely green paint.
Wood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
$2,921Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.5 in Dm 27.56 in
Rigadin Chandelier 5 Arms encased Ivory Murano Glass Edgar by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Edgar chandelier, 5 lights, Ivory encased rigadin Murano glass by Multiforme Edgar Murano glass chandelier is one of those chandeliers in our collections that stands out thanks to it...
Blown Glass
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$3,503 / item
H 16.93 in W 46.46 in D 14.18 in
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
Velvet, Oak
French Modern Bistro Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Modern Bistro Table with a round pine flat top on a tapered column pedestal base. Dimensions: 36" W x 36" D x 30" H
Wood
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
Rustic Bench, 19th Century, Spain
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Late 19th Century Rustic Spanish Pyreneese Mountains Wooden Bench. Made with wood. Very decorative piece. CONDITION: Very good vintage condition. DIMENSIONS: Height: ...
Wood
$13,415 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
French Oak and Pine Butcher Block Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French hand-built butcher block table made from oak and pine would make the perfect kitchen island. This functional antique has a thick top made of many wood fragments all held tog...
Steel
$1,592
H 18.9 in W 106.3 in D 14.38 in
French antique soldid wood bench with narrow and long seat, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Mid-century French wooden bench with long narrow seat, 1930s Bench with narrow and long seat with rounded corners, entirely in solid wood. The square section legs facing outwards are...
Wood
18th Century Pine Long Benches
Located in Billingshurst, GB
A pair of 18th century long pine benches. Good seat size and all sturdy. Good colour and patina.
Pine
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