This is an antique baronial settle. A Scottish, carved oak reception hall bench with storage, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.
Superior estate piece, with wonderful carved motif and bold figural form
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Fine Scottish oak with deep caramel hues and appealing grain interest
Arranged as a generous two seat bench with a tall back rest
Profusely carved crest rail, with demi-lune fan motif and scrolled leaf brackets
Field panel finish to the back rest with diamond decoration and chased pattern carvings
Exceptional arms, realised as striking seated lions, with prominent head and bold toe detail
Wide bench enclosed within the arms, providing comfortable reception seating at a height of 49cm
Bench lid opens to a useful storage recess, ideal for walking boots, shoes and blankets
Lower fascia repeats the theme of the crest rail to great effect
Side profile dominated by the lion arms, with diamon
...d motif to the base
The whole ensemble standing upon a quartet of bracket feet
This is an exceptional antique baronial settle, presenting fine Scottish craftsmanship and a regal country estate aesthetic for the grandest of reception halls. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or institution.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 122.5cm (48.25'''')
Max Depth: 46.5cm (18.25'''')
Max Height: 121.5cm (47.75'''')
Seat Width: 102cm (40.25'''')
Seat Depth: 43cm (17'''')
Seat Height: 49cm (19.25'''')
Internal Storage Width: 111cm (43.75'''')
Internal Storage Depth: 39.5cm (15.5'''')
Internal Storage Height: 40.5cm (16'''')
What our clients have to say: https://www.londonfine.co.uk/pages/reviewsInternal Reference: 25869
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1198661
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 121.5cm (47.8inches)Width is 122.5cm (48.2inches)Depth is 46.5cm (18.3inches)
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