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17th Century Italian Tuscan Walnut Rustic Wabi-Sabi Bench

$4,941.04
£3,600
€4,287.43
CA$6,785.29
A$7,638.03
CHF 4,041.40
MX$94,740.40
NOK 49,928.46
SEK 47,752.16
DKK 31,986.33
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About the Item

A rare surviving large 17th century walnut bench from Tuscany. Heavily patinated and full of character, with historic repairs adding to its charm. Bearing the letter M to the backrest - likely to identify the original owner or maker of the bench. Italian, c. 1650. Sympathetically restored for structural stability.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.09 in (81.5 cm)Width: 83.47 in (212 cm)Depth: 17.33 in (44 cm)Seat Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1650
  • Condition:
    Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Sympathetically restored for structural stability.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6695239291822

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