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Rare Pair of Antique Oak Gallery Benches C1850
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Rare Pair of Antique Oak Gallery Benches C1850

19th century
For Sale by Swag Antiques
Description

Stunning pair of Antique Oak Benches with a Gothic influence

Featuring latticed sides raised on shaped legs and with a planked back.

Beautiful colour and elegant design.

Originally used in a gallery or waiting room.

200cm wide, 34cm deep, 79cm high to top of back

Height of seat 43cm

Declaration

Swag Antiques has dated these Antique Oak Gallery Benches to the 1850s.

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We have been buying and selling antiques for over 30 years.

We have a wide range of antiques, retro, vintage and decorative pieces in a contemporary setting in our premises in East Sussex.

We source pieces mainly from Europe and the UK and buy

regularly to ensure there is always a good choice of mirrors, furniture and unique pieces.

Due to the proximity of our home to the coast we have monthly buying trips to France so our stock is always changing. We aim to give good value and each item is restored so it is ready to be loved in your home.

Paul and Avril

Description
Stunning pair of Antique Oak Benches with a Gothic influence

Featuring latticed sides raised on shaped legs and with a planked back.

Beautiful colour and elegant design.

Originally used in a gallery or waiting room.

200cm wide, 34cm deep, 79cm high to top of back

Height of seat 43cm

Date of Manufacture

Swag Antiques has dated these Antique Oak Gallery Benches to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236492
Swag Antiques
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Decorative antiques for your home.

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Swag Antiques

Swag Antiques
Telephone 07850 733269
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West Pound
Applesham Farm
Coombes
East Sussex
BN15 0RP
United Kingdom

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Rare Pair Of Antique Oak Gallery Benches c1850
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  • ObjectBenches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGothic Revival
  • MaterialSolid Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTrefoil cutouts, Pointed Gothic arches, Curved scrolled arms, Shaped finials

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Mid-19th century Gothic Revival benches draw inspiration from medieval ecclesiastical architecture, featuring pointed arches, tracery cutouts, trefoils, and solid timber construction. Popularised during the Victorian era, these pieces served as gallery seating, church pews, or hallway benches.

Benches from this era were primarily crafted from solid native hardwoods like oak, constructed using traditional mortise and tenon joinery secured with wooden pegs. The surfaces were typically finished with beeswax or shellac to highlight the natural grain of the timber.

Authentic pieces show signs of hand-carved detail, hand-cut joinery, and natural wear around footrests, armrests, and seating edges. The wood exhibits aged patina, subtle shrinkage marks, and original peg construction rather than modern machine screws.

These long, narrow seats function as foundational pieces in large entryways, hallways, or dining spaces along a feature wall. Pairing them with contemporary artwork or neutral wool textiles creates a contrast between historic craft and modern design.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent the oak from warping or cracking over time.
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