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Carved Oak Monks Bench
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Carved Oak Monks Bench

1900 - 1920
Description

Circa 1920s. A neat sized oak hall or monk’s bench. The rectangular top with paneled center, which is hinged on the inside there is an oval panel with quilling with vines carved in the center. It rests on two carved, pierced arms with mythical faces on the front. The solid seat is hinged and opens to reveal an uninterrupted interior, the front has a further panel with quilling similar to the back. There are panels on all sides, with moulding beneath and all resting on four bun feet with castors beneath. (Castors can be removed)

75cm High x 108cm Wide x 51cm Deep

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Monks Bench to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
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SA907886
Dealers Internal Reference
31280
Description
Circa 1920s. A neat sized oak hall or monk’s bench.
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The rectangular top with paneled center, which is hinged on the inside there is an oval panel with quilling with vines carved in the center.
Georgian Antiques

It rests on two carved, pierced arms with mythical faces on the front. The solid seat is hinged and opens to reveal an uninterrupted interior, the front has a further panel with quilling similar to the back. There are panels on all sides, with moulding beneath and all resting on four bun feet with castors beneath. (Castors can be removed)

75cm High x 108cm Wide x 51cm Deep

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Monks Bench to the 1920s.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA907886
Dealers Internal Ref
31280
Georgian Antiques
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A carved dark oak monks bench with sculpted face armrests, a fluted oval panel backrest, and a lower storage trunk base set on castors.
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Archive I A carved dark oak monks bench with sculpted face armrests, a fluted oval panel backrest, and a lower storage trunk base set on castors.

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Archive II A carved dark oak monks bench with sculpted face armrests, a fluted oval panel backrest, and a lower storage trunk base set on castors. View II
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A carved dark oak monks bench with sculpted face armrests, a fluted oval panel backrest, and a lower storage trunk base set on castors.
Carved Oak Monks Bench
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A carved dark oak monks bench with sculpted face armrests, a fluted oval panel backrest, and a lower storage trunk base set on castors.
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  • ObjectBenches
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleJacobean Revival
  • MaterialOak, Metal
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSculpted mask armrests, Fluted oval cartouche, Grapevine carving, Convertible flip top
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 108 cm (43 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

This Jacobean Revival monks bench dates from the 1920s and functions as a convertible hall seat with an integrated storage chest. Constructed from solid oak with a warm brown finish, the timber displays rich grain patterns across the rectangular paneled backrest and the hinged seat lid. Decorative elements include fluted oval cartouches adorned with central grapevine carvings on both the backrest and the front of the base, flanked by pierced armrests terminating in sculpted mythical face masks. The piece is detailed with applied moldings around the lower body and stands upon four turned bun feet fitted with metal castors. Measuring 75 cm high, 108 cm wide, and 51 cm deep, this compact item is suited for placement in an entrance hallway or living space to provide dual-purpose seating and concealed organization.

FAQs

A monks bench, also referred to as a settle table, is a dual-purpose piece of historic furniture featuring a hinged seat that opens to reveal storage and a backrest that pivots forward on pegs to form a tabletop.

Authentic historical examples are constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, utilising traditional joinery including mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved decorative relief panels, and wooden pivot pegs.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of historical construction, such as hand-carved relief details, iron or brass hardware, wear around the pivot points, and aged oak timber displaying natural patination.

Positioning the piece in a hallway or entryway provides seating and concealed storage, which can be balanced against neutral walls, textured floor runners, and modern artwork to highlight the dark timber.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and moisture, dust regularly with a soft dry cloth, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually along the grain to preserve the timber finish.
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