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A Fine Victorian Garden Seat Circa 1880
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A Fine Victorian Garden Seat Circa 1880

19th century
Sold 11 July 2026 · Atropos Antiques
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Description

A fine victorian garden seat circa 1880 removed from the grounds of a derelict country house, (now demolished), near northam, north devon.

This beautiful seat has been restored in our workshops and is newly enamelled and fitted with u.v. Treated and water proofed hard wood slats. The ends are heavy cast iron made in a naturalistic woodland timber style. Possibly coalbrookdale.

It is remarkably comfortable and ready for use.

Dimensions.

Length. 76 inches. (6 foot 4 inches).

Front to back at deepest point. 32 inches.

Height. 36 inches.

A really beautiful piece of victorian garden sculpture with a very practical purpose.

All questions welcome and delivery can be arranged.

Date of Manufacture

Atropos Antiques has dated this Victorian Garden Seat to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
193cm (75.98")
Depth
81.5cm (32.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA993722
Dealers Internal Reference
GM/BD/BID/AKYX
Dealers Notes

georgemorgan90@gmail.com

Description
A fine victorian garden seat circa 1880 removed from the grounds of a derelict country house, (now demolished), near northam, north devon.

This beautiful seat has been restored in our workshops and is newly enamelled and fitted with u.v. Treated and water proofed hard wood slats. The ends are heavy cast iron made in a naturalistic woodland timber style. Possibly coalbrookdale.

fig 1. An antique garden seat featuring curved black cast iron scrollwork ends and horizontal wooden slats.
fig 1. A Fine Victorian Garden Seat Circa 1880

It is remarkably comfortable and ready for use.

Dimensions.

Length. 76 inches. (6 foot 4 inches).

Front to back at deepest point. 32 inches.

Height. 36 inches.

A really beautiful piece of victorian garden sculpture with a very practical purpose.

All questions welcome and delivery can be arranged.

Date of Manufacture

Atropos Antiques has dated this Victorian Garden Seat to the 1880s.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
193cm (75.98")
Depth
81.5cm (32.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA993722
Dealers Internal Ref
GM/BD/BID/AKYX
Atropos Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011
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An antique garden seat featuring curved black cast iron scrollwork ends and horizontal wooden slats.
A FINE VICTORIAN GARDEN SEAT CIRCA 1880
Ref: SA993722
An antique garden seat featuring curved black cast iron scrollwork ends and horizontal wooden slats.
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  • ObjectGarden Benches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCast Iron, Timber
  • ColourDark Brown and Black
  • MotifsScrollwork armrests, Slatted timber seat, Curved cast iron legs, Open slat backrest
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 193 cm (76 in) x D 81.5 cm (32 in)

Victorian garden seats gained popularity during the 19th century as mass production techniques in iron founding allowed for intricate, decorative outdoor furniture suitable for expanding domestic gardens and public parks.

These benches typically combine durable cast iron frames with resilient timber slats, such as teak, oak, or pitch pine, designed to withstand weathering while offering structural support.

Authentic pieces often feature makers marks or registration numbers cast into the metalwork, alongside construction methods using threaded bolts, hand-finished joints, and heavy-gauge cast iron components.

An antique bench serves as a striking focal point when positioned on a paved terrace, nestled among shrubbery, or repurposed within a large hallway or conservatory as statement seating.

Preservation involves treating the wooden slats with protective oils or weather-resistant coatings annually, and maintaining the cast iron framework with rust-inhibiting treatments during damp winter months.
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