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Stock no. 1199947
19th Century Carved Oak Hall Bench
Victorian
£2,750
Available- Period
- Victorian
- Dimensions
- H 139 cm · W 171 cm · D 55 cm
- Reference
- S27-1029A
- Stock no.
- 1199947
The piece
About this piece
19th Century Carved Oak Hall Bench with Heraldic Panel and Mythical Creatures
Item Code: S27-1029A
A striking and highly decorative 19th century carved oak hall bench of impressive scale and craftsmanship. The bench features a richly carved back panel centred with a heraldic shield beneath a crowned crest, surrounded by scrolling foliage and classical motifs. Flanking the panel are architectural uprights with Gothic influences and carved fruit clusters, while the arms are supported by finely carved winged mythical creatures resembling sphinxes or griffins.
The lower section is equally elaborate, with a carved frieze incorporating stylised birds and scrolling ornament. The bench stands on bold carved supports terminating in mask-carved feet, giving the piece strong presence and character. With its deep relief carving and dark, warm patina, this bench would make an exceptional statement piece in a large hallway, entrance hall, or period interior.
Key Features:
* 19th century solid oak construction
* Highly decorative heraldic carved back panel
* Winged mythical creature arm supports
* Gothic influenced uprights with fruit carvings
* Carved frieze with birds and scrolling ornament
* Mask carved feet and bold architectural base
* Rich dark oak colour and patinated surface
* Large and impressive hall bench form
Dimensions:
Width: 171 cm
Depth: 55 cm
Height: 139 cm
Item Code: S27-1029A
A striking and highly decorative 19th century carved oak hall bench of impressive scale and craftsmanship. The bench features a richly carved back panel centred with a heraldic shield beneath a crowned crest, surrounded by scrolling foliage and classical motifs. Flanking the panel are architectural uprights with Gothic influences and carved fruit clusters, while the arms are supported by finely carved winged mythical creatures resembling sphinxes or griffins.
The lower section is equally elaborate, with a carved frieze incorporating stylised birds and scrolling ornament. The bench stands on bold carved supports terminating in mask-carved feet, giving the piece strong presence and character. With its deep relief carving and dark, warm patina, this bench would make an exceptional statement piece in a large hallway, entrance hall, or period interior.
Key Features:
* 19th century solid oak construction
* Highly decorative heraldic carved back panel
* Winged mythical creature arm supports
* Gothic influenced uprights with fruit carvings
* Carved frieze with birds and scrolling ornament
* Mask carved feet and bold architectural base
* Rich dark oak colour and patinated surface
* Large and impressive hall bench form
Dimensions:
Width: 171 cm
Depth: 55 cm
Height: 139 cm
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