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Malcolm Eglin Antiques

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19th Century Cast-iron Garden Bench

Name: 19th Century Cast-iron Garden Bench
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1229147
Price: 600 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Malcolm Eglin Antiques

Description

19th Century cast-iron and wood garden bench, in excellent condition. Complete with romantic brass plaque (please read). Fully refurbished with new wood and four coats of stain and protection. Delivery available.

These would look great in any garden.

We have three of these identical benches, also available to purchase separately. They each have a brass plaque with different wording.

PRICES ARE BEING DRAMATICALLY REDUCED NOW DUE TO OUR RETIREMENT SALE. PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER LISTINGS!

Physical Dimensions

Width

138cm (54.33")

Declaration

Malcolm Eglin Antiques has dated this Victorian Cast Iron Bench to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1229147

Dealers Internal Reference

024751c

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WE CAN BE CONTACTED ANYTIME ON MOBILE 07966 398123

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We have a wonderful selection of Fine quality Period antiques other Decorative Antique Home Furnishings, situated in the Heart of Northumberland by Hadrian's Roman Wall.

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We are pleased to offer a delivery service Worldwide.

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DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

All items purchased from Malcolm Eglin Antiques are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

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Description

fig 1. A 19th-century garden bench featuring black cast-iron branch-form legs and dark wooden seat and backrest slats. — fig 1. 19th Century Cast-iron Garden Bench

These would look great in any garden.

We have three of these identical benches, also available to purchase separately. They each have a brass plaque with different wording.

PRICES ARE BEING DRAMATICALLY REDUCED NOW DUE TO OUR RETIREMENT SALE. PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER LISTINGS!

Physical Dimensions

Width

138cm (54.33")

Date of Manufacture

Malcolm Eglin Antiques has dated this Victorian Cast Iron Bench to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1229147

Dealers Internal Ref

024751c

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Malcolm Eglin Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2009

Personal delivery service provided by this specialist dealer in fine and unusual decorative home furnishings

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Cast-iron garden furniture gained widespread popularity during the mid-19th century in Britain as foundry techniques advanced. Manufacturers produced durable outdoor seating incorporating botanical motifs, scrollwork, and naturalistic organic forms suited to Victorian parklands and private gardens.

These benches typically combine heavy cast-iron end frames with horizontal timber slats, such as teak, oak, or pitch pine. The wooden elements are secured to the metal support structures using heavy bolts to withstand exterior weather exposure.

Authentic period benches exhibit heavy physical weight, crisp casting details along seam lines, historical bolt fittings, and signs of natural oxidisation or layered paint applications rather than uniform modern powder coating.

A cast-iron bench functions effectively as a focal point along a garden path, set against a brick courtyard wall, or placed within a sunlit conservatory. The architectural metalwork can be paired with neutral outdoor cushions or natural linen throws to balance the industrial material.

To prevent corrosion, the iron structure should be kept free of standing water and treated with a suitable metal rust inhibitor. Wooden slats require periodic cleaning and re-oiling with breathable exterior timber finishes to prevent drying and splitting.

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19th Century Cast-iron Garden Bench

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