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Rare 19th Century Folding Pew, Altar, Desk from Regency Period, England or U.S.

$1,127
$1,87940% Off
£865.49
£1,442.9940% Off
€991.84
€1,653.6540% Off
CA$1,586.54
CA$2,645.1740% Off
A$1,777.27
A$2,963.1740% Off
CHF 924.40
CHF 1,541.2240% Off
MX$21,679.06
MX$36,144.5940% Off
NOK 11,768.88
NOK 19,621.7540% Off
SEK 11,097.21
SEK 18,501.9240% Off
DKK 7,402.81
DKK 12,342.3940% Off

About the Item

Form and function make this piece of furniture unique. If a piece of furniture could be clever, this desk, bench, altar, pew, would go to the head of the Sunday School class. It is versatile, and if it could speak, it would let us in on its original raison d'etre. In the desk mode, only a chair is needed to use this piece. In altar mode, a footstool with a pillow would allow for contemplation and prayer. In the upright bench mode, the altar-desk converts to a seat. In the closed position, papers, a hymnal or other good book could be accommodated here. It is brilliant. I also think it could be the ultimate "time out" place for a child. This piece of furniture was irresistible to us and it is available and ready for its new home. The condition is fair to good. It could benefit from some conservancy to the burl. No one will ever duplicate the gorgeous patina that only come with age or the utility of this useful and memorable item. Thank you for looking.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Regency (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This is a singular piece of furniture, and it just needs a little attention to return to its original condition or not depending on your taste.
  • Seller Location:
    Lomita, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6651238132442

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