Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.
• Period: Late Victorian
• Provenance: England, UK
• Item: Monks bench
• Style: Designed with Tudor influences
• Wood: Solid oak
• Carved back
• Hinged peg table top
• Turned arms
• Lift up oak seat
• Carved lunette lower panel
• Oak inset front & side panels
• Turned legs
• Central stretcher
• Pegged construction
• Solid in joint
• Super quality
• Ideal for storing shoes
• Fantastic original colour & polish
• Free 14 days UK returns policy
The monks’ bench features a peg hinge tabletop, which is carved on the inside with a central diamond lozenge. The tabletop can be adjusted to act as a backrest or a tabletop. Below, the back is attached to the base with solid turned arms. The seat is hinged and reveals a useful large storage area below for shoes or boots. The front central frame below the seat features carved lunettes, which again, is typical of the Tudor. To the front and sides of the base there are pretty inset oak panels flanked by a reeded frame. The bench stands on four turned oak legs which are connected by a central stretcher for added strength. The bench is built using peg construction.
This item features a dark oak colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
Dimensions:
External height (top raised) = 95.8cm or 37 ¾” or 3ft 1 ¾”
External height (top lowered) = 73.2cm or 28¾” or 2ft 4¾”
External width = 99cm or 39” or 3ft 3”
External depth = 50.8cm or 20” or 1ft 8”
Seat height = 46cm or 18 1/8” = 1ft 6?”
Seat depth = 42cm or 16½” or 1ft 4½”
Arm height = 70.9cm or 27?” or 2ft 3?”
Condition Report:
The item is in excellent condition and is commensurate with its age. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The hinges to the seat are in excellent working order. The arms and back supports are solid in joint and do not wobble. This item features the original polish and patination, which is why it boasts such a stunning dark oak colour. Free of woodworm, solid in joint and ready to use.
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £70. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Day UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS or PayPal.
International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item; please contact us before purchasing the item to obtain a shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal or credit card for international bank transfers).
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.
Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 35 years.
Please visit the Yolanda Gray website at www.yolagray.com for further products and information.
Ref. Monks Bench 9
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Yolanda Gray Antiques Profile Page
Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
Tudor Style Carved Oak Monks Bench (Circa 1900)
