Early-Mid 20th Century English Bench

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Uncomplicated, hardworking, and entirely comfortable in its own skin. No unnecessary ornament, no grand gestures. Just good proportions and the … Read more Uncomplicated, hardworking, and entirely comfortable in its own skin. No unnecessary ornament, no grand gestures. Just good proportions and the quiet confidence of something made properly.

Dating to the early to mid-20th century, this handsome English hall bench is an exercise in restraint. Six beautifully turned column legs are joined by a network of stretchers, lending strength and structure to its long, elegant silhouette. Turned pad feet provide a subtle finishing flourish, while the rich wooden frame offers a handsome contrast to its newly upholstered seat, dressed in a wonderfully heathered, neutral woven fabric and finished with grosgrain ribbon trim and brass nailheads. A considered bit of tailoring that gives the whole affair a rather polished disposition.

There's something particularly appealing about furniture that doesn't try too hard. Equally at ease in a country house or a sophisticated city residence, its generous length and understated character make it a natural companion to a hallway, bay window, or the foot of a bed. See less