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Pair of 6’ 19th Century Benches
Tom Scott Antiques
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Pair of 6’ 19th Century Benches

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Very unusual and well made pair of 19th century carved mahogany benches in a vintage geometric green upholstery, which can be changed if you would rather. Circa 1880 and both in good condition.

The frames are very well carved and show hints of earlier Regency and William IV periods, but they are definitely circa 1880. Great to have found them still as a pair!

Priced as a pair and if you would like to discuss reupholstery, please do get in touch.

Measuring:

39 inches or 99 cm high

72 1/2 inches or 184 cm long

21 inches or 53.5 cm deep.

19 inches or 48 cm seat height

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
184cm (72.44")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Declaration

Tom Scott Antiques has dated these Pair 19th Century Benches to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1148189
Dealers Notes

I can arrange delivery to you, whether you are within the UK or require an international delivery service, please do get in touch…as a mainland UK guide, a delivery for something around the size of a chest of drawers within approx 150 miles will be £75 to you, but if you if you are in Scotland, Wales, Ireland or Cornwall please get in touch to confirm delivery costs!

Based in Uppingham, Rutland…having been in the business for 25 years focusing on mostly French and English decorative antiques and interiors from the 18th to the early 20th century, hopefully a collection you will enjoy browsing and hopefully re home some of my finds!

Viewing here in Uppingham is very welcome in my spacious barn studio but also I have a showroom based within the Uppingham Antiques Centre, which is well worth a visit and have a good lunch in town too!

Any queries about anything you have seen or about delivery, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Description
Very unusual and well made pair of 19th century carved mahogany benches in a vintage geometric green upholstery, which can be changed if you would rather. Circa 1880 and both in good condition.
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The frames are very well carved and show hints of earlier Regency and William IV periods, but they are definitely circa 1880.
Tom Scott Antiques

Great to have found them still as a pair!

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century carved mahogany benches featuring green upholstered seats and backrests supported by scrolled legs.
fig 1. Pair of 6’ 19th Century Benches

Priced as a pair and if you would like to discuss reupholstery, please do get in touch.

Measuring:

39 inches or 99 cm high

72 1/2 inches or 184 cm long

21 inches or 53.5 cm deep.

19 inches or 48 cm seat height

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
184cm (72.44")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Date of Manufacture

Tom Scott Antiques has dated these Pair 19th Century Benches to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1148189
Tom Scott Antiques
Tom Scott Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2017

Specialist dealer in french & english decorative furniture and interiors

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Archive I A pair of 19th-century carved mahogany benches featuring green upholstered seats and backrests supported by scrolled legs.

Pair of 6’ 19th Century Benches

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Tom Scott Antiques

Tom Scott Antiques
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Rutland
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Nov 2017
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Tom Scott Antiques
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A pair of 19th-century carved mahogany benches featuring green upholstered seats and backrests supported by scrolled legs.
Pair of 6’ 19th century benches
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A pair of 19th-century carved mahogany benches featuring green upholstered seats and backrests supported by scrolled legs.
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Nineteenth-century hall benches were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak to withstand heavy usage in entryways and corridors. Design elements often reflected Regency, Victorian, or Neoclassical revivals, incorporating features like scrolled legs, carved top rails, and leather or textile upholstery.

Furniture makers in the 19th century primarily used dense timber such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, combined with traditional joinery techniques like mortise and tenon joints. Upholstery generally utilised natural horsehair padding covered in wool, velvet, leather, or silk damask secured with brass studs.

Authentic pieces exhibit evidence of period construction, including hand-carved decorative mouldings, irregular saw marks on unexposed wooden surfaces, and hand-forged or early machine-cut screws. Inspecting the underside reveals traditional webbing, horsehair stuffing, and natural patina on the woodwork consistent with age.

Large benches are frequently placed in expansive entryways, wide corridors, or at the foot of a bed to ground a rooms architectural proportions. Pairing rich timber tones and classic green upholstery with contemporary wall paint or modern artwork creates a balanced contrast between historic structure and contemporary aesthetic.

Timber surfaces should be dusted regularly with a soft cloth and polished annually with high-quality beeswax to preserve the original finish. Upholstery requires gentle vacuuming with a soft brush attachment, and placement should avoid direct sunlight to prevent timber movement and fabric fading.
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