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Gothic Revival Carved Walnut Settee Bench | United States, circa 1890

Offered by: Silla, ltd.

Description
GOTHIC REVIVAL DOVETAILED WALNUT HALL BENCH
Probably the United States, circa last quarter of the 19th century

34 3/8" H x 20 1/2" D x 55" W; 15 3/4" H to seat
A walnut bench in the Gothic Revival taste, constructed with pegged and tenoned joinery. The back composed of two horizontal slats joined to shaped stiles, the arms stepped outward and terminating in stylized finials. The bench rests on X-form supports united by simple cross stretchers, the design evoking medieval seating while rendered with late 19th-century American restraint. Surfaces display a deep, warm finish that accentuates the natural grain of the walnut.

Condition Report:
Old oxidized surface with discolorations and blemish throughout. Stabilized crack in front right corner with modern nail supplementing, other modern nails lining the seat on the sides. Various hairline cracks throughout. Losses to toes.
ref. 209HOE29P

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1890
Styles / Movements:	Revival, Traditional, Gothic
Dealer Reference #:	209HOE29P
Incollect Reference #:	844821

Dimensions

W.	55 in;	H.	34.375 in;	D.	20.5 in;
W.	139.7 cm;	H.	87.31 cm;	D.	52.07 cm;

Seat H.	15.75 in;
Seat H.	40.01 cm;

Message from Seller:

Silla, Ltd. is a family-owned antique gallery located at 117 W Burd St., Shippensburg, PA 17257, specializing in 19th and early 20th century bronze sculptures and unique period furniture. For more information or to schedule a visit, contact us at sales@sillafineantiques.com or call 717.708.9017.