Hand Carved 19th Century French Gothic Revival Oak Hall Bench or Settle

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Hand Carved 19th Century French Gothic Revival Oak Hall Bench or Settle

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A hand carved and crafted oak 19th century French Gothic Revival bench or settle with an upholstered cushion or pillow. Ornately and intricately carved, displaying many of the typical motifs of the time of panels of Rosettes, flowers and foliage. We have sympathetically created a contemporary cushion or pillow to fit, bringing a decorative and historical piece into the 21st Century. The cushion is upholstered in GP & J Baker Pomegranate BP10825.1 Red fabric from the Coromandel Small Prints collection, using modern grade foam interior. This Oak bench or settle will undoubtedly be a wonderful statement piece and would work equally well in a period or eclectic interior. Gothic Revival was originally an architectural style which started in the 1740s and seriously took off in the 19th century. The movement was designed to revive medieval Gothic architecture, the likes of which is demonstrated in buildings in the UK like Oxford and Glasgow Universities. There are certain features of this style that makes it instantly recognisable. Far from the clean, minimalist lines architects favour now, intricacies and ornateness were valued highly. Gothic Revival architecture and furniture were much like the original Gothic architecture, featuring intricate, latticed panels, detailed windows, religious figurines and other adornments. The style soon spread from England to the Americas, Europe, Australia and Asia. You can still see traces of Gothic Revival architecture even in modern buildings around the world, such as Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain. Although built in the last century (and still being built), the façade is clearly Gothic.Pieces of Gothic Revival furniture dating back as far as the mid-17th century can be found in manor houses all over the UK. In the Gothic Revival style, the artisan and his imperfect work was prized above the neo-classicist strive for perfection. Although Gothic Revival buildings and furniture seem heavy, bulky and sometimes fussy, in reality, the natural, variety and irregularity was highly valued and allowed for artistic expression. This has contributed to one of history’s most fascinating styles, and the furniture and architecture is so adorned with symbols we can learn a lot about the time. The Gothic Revival period inspired many future design and architecture movements. The Arts and Crafts movement used many Gothic Revival ideas. William Morris, the famous Victorian Arts and Crafts designer, (whose wallpaper prints you can still purchase today), based his craft on local material and individual designs. These practices were taken straight from the Gothic Revival movement. Even today, we are taking some inspiration from the Gothic movement by reemphasising local shops on our high streets, advocating for small businesses and buying local produce. It is seen as a good thing if we buy a handmade item from a friend instead of a large website. Using small businesses like antique shops instead of online marketplaces is sharing some of the same values as the Gothic Revivalists. Much like in Gothic Revival buildings, there are certain features to look out for. Buildings and furniture share the same ornate decorations specific to the period, so if you know what to look for on buildings then you’ll know what to look for on furniture. This style of furniture has all the features you would expect from Gothic Revival. The pieces are generally heavy and made of dark wood, with lots of intricate detailing and panels. The wood is usually stained or varnished in a dark colour, and any fabric used is also heavy, with materials such as velvet, leather or brocade. The upholstery fabrics tend to be attached to the wood by studs, which gives this type of furniture and individual look that will stand out in any home. There are often religious symbols on this type of furniture because of the association between the gothic style and the church. There may be crosses or other indicators to show the influence of Catholicism. Other motifs popular in Gothic Revival furniture are the bell, foliage, flowers, rosettes and animals. It is common for the pieces of furniture to have at least one sharp point made up of two sharply rising pieces of wood, or the ‘pointed arch’. Chairs are often pointed at the head and beds can have repeating, arching patterns. We invite you to follow us and look at our Storefront for further 20th Century Design and 19th Century pieces. General note: Shipping quotes, as supplied by 1stdibs, are only indicative. Please contact us directly with your shipping requirements and we will source the most competitive shipment method (and rate) for every individual piece.

Dimensions:
Height: 47.05 in (119.5 cm)Width: 47.25 in (120 cm)Depth: 18.51 in (47 cm)Seat Height: 21.46 in (54.5 cm)
Style:
Gothic Revival (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Fabric,Oak,Carved,Hand-Carved,Turned
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1870-1879
Date of Manufacture:
1870s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The item has been re waxed and polished. We have made a fabric covered cushion for the seat. French carved gothic bench Weight 30.2 kg Height 119.5cm x width 120 x depth 47cm Seat height with cushion 54.5cm x depth 38.5cm without cushion 47.5cm.
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2868329054472

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