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A Large 18th Century Oak Bench from the Archbishops Palace York
Wickersley Antiques
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Wickersley Antiques

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A Large 18th Century Oak Bench from the Archbishops Palace York

18th century
Description

One of three long Oak Benches I have for sale all three were removed only recently from Bishopthorpe Palace in the City of York, known as the Bishops Palace the original building was constructed in 1226 the Bishops of York have lived at the house continously since then apart from during the Protectorate of 1650-1660, This one has three pairs of legs is heavy and in excellent condition, price is for one bench.

circa 1750

DIMENSIONS

width 320 cms

depth of top 20 cms

thickness of top 6 cms

height 54 cms

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
320cm (125.98")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Wickersley Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Trestle Bench to the 18th Century.

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SA928458
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Description
One of three long Oak Benches I have for sale all three were removed only recently from Bishopthorpe Palace in the City of York, known as the Bishops Palace the original building was constructed in 1226 the Bishops of York have lived at the house continously since then apart from during the Protectorate of 1650-1660, This one has three pairs of legs is heavy and in excellent condition, price is for one bench.

circa 1750

DIMENSIONS

width 320 cms

depth of top 20 cms

thickness of top 6 cms

height 54 cms

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
320cm (125.98")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Wickersley Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Trestle Bench to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA928458
Wickersley Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011
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Wickersley Antiques
Telephone 07802 196 675 or 01142 851 486
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Exhibiting and Trading from Hemswell Antique Centre
Caenby Corner
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 5TJ
United Kingdom
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A Large 18th century Oak Bench from the Archbishops Palace York
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An 18th-century oak trestle bench, historically referred to as a form, is a long wooden seating item supported by end trestles or splayed legs. Popular in refectories, hall spaces, and country homes, these benches were crafted to accommodate multiple sitters efficiently.

These benches were traditionally built using solid oak timber and joined with mortise and tenon joints secured by wooden pegs. The planks were hand-planed, resulting in a uniquely textured surface without modern machine marks.

Authentic period benches feature hand-cut joinery, irregular tool marks, and natural wear around the feet and edges. The timber naturally displays a deep, rich patina accumulated over centuries of use and wax polishing.

A long trestle bench pairs seamlessly with modern contemporary dining tables or functions as a grounding statement piece in an expansive hallway. Its clean, linear silhouette creates visual warmth against neutral walls.

Maintain the timber by dusting with a soft dry cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep the bench away from direct heat sources and extreme damp to protect the historic joinery from splitting.
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