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Superb Carved Oak Hall Seat Settle Monks Bench
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Superb Carved Oak Hall Seat Settle Monks Bench

19th century
Sold 14 September 2024 · John Howkins Antiques
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A superb quality golden oak carved settle, hall seat or monk's bench. The wonderfully carved back with a large oval humorously carved panel with a donkey pulling a chariot, 4 dancing ladies and playful putti.

The seat lifts to reveal a useful storage area and the carved open arm supports are in the form of mythical scaled creatures. The base with further decorative carving and all in good original condition. Dimensions :- Height…48’’/ 122cm. Width…48’’/ 122cm. Depth…17’’/ 43cm. Seat Height…18’’/ 45.5cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.

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Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Monks Bench to the 1890s.

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SA1047024
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24514
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A superb quality golden oak carved settle, hall seat or monk's bench.
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The wonderfully carved back with a large oval humorously carved panel with a donkey pulling a chariot, 4 dancing ladies and playful putti.
John Howkins Antiques
fig 1. An antique carved oak monks bench featuring an elaborately carved backrest with a central figural panel, lion head arm supports, and a hinged storage box base.
fig 1. Superb Carved Oak Hall Seat Settle Monks Bench

The seat lifts to reveal a useful storage area and the carved open arm supports are in the form of mythical scaled creatures. The base with further decorative carving and all in good original condition. Dimensions :- Height…48’’/ 122cm. Width…48’’/ 122cm. Depth…17’’/ 43cm. Seat Height…18’’/ 45.5cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.

Height
122cm (48.03")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Monks Bench to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1047024
Dealers Internal Ref
24514
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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An antique carved oak monks bench featuring an elaborately carved backrest with a central figural panel, lion head arm supports, and a hinged storage box base.
Superb Carved Oak Hall Seat Settle Monks Bench
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An antique carved oak monks bench featuring an elaborately carved backrest with a central figural panel, lion head arm supports, and a hinged storage box base.
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  • ObjectBenches & Settles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleJacobean Revival
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsGreen man relief carving, Lion head armrests, Scrolled acanthus foliage, Figural panel
  • SizeH 122 cm (48 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

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Monks benches and settles evolved from medieval domestic seating, historically designed with high backs to block cold drafts in large halls and often featuring integrated storage beneath the seat for blankets or garments.

These pieces are traditionally constructed from solid English or European oak, utilizing mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved panels, and pegged construction methods characteristic of pre-industrial cabinet making.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-tool marks, natural timber shrinkage, oxidisation and patina consistent with age, traditional joint construction, and timber panels that move independently within their frames.

A substantial carved wooden bench works effectively as a statement piece in a hallway or against a neutral wall, softened with simple linen cushions or left bare to highlight the architectural woodwork.

Preserve antique oak by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, periodically applying traditional beeswax, and refraining from using modern silicone-based polishes.
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