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Long 19th C. Elm Bench
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Long 19th C. Elm Bench

19th century
Sold 26 May 2025 · The Old Yard
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Description

A long, early 19th C. Elm Bench.  With decorative carved legs and a wonderful patina on the seat from daily use.

Perfect for a country style kitchen table or used as a hall bench.

In original condition with age related signs of wear etc.

Length 230.5 cm

Depth 30.5 cm

Height 50 cm

Seat Depth 21 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this Long Elm Bench to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
230.5cm (90.75")
Depth
30.5cm (12.01")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1129592
Dealers Internal Reference
4978
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Description
A long, early 19th C. Elm Bench.  With decorative carved legs and a wonderful patina on the seat from daily use.

Perfect for a country style kitchen table or used as a hall bench.

In original condition with age related signs of wear etc.

Length 230.5 cm

Depth 30.5 cm

Height 50 cm

Seat Depth 21 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this Long Elm Bench to the 19th Century.

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
230.5cm (90.75")
Depth
30.5cm (12.01")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1129592
Dealers Internal Ref
4978
The Old Yard
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2021

Antique & vintage furniture, lighting and decorative pieces for your home and garden

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Archive I A long, dark brown antique elm bench featuring a thick single-plank seat and sturdy upright supports. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Long 19th C. Elm Bench

Archive II A long, dark brown antique elm bench featuring a thick single-plank seat and sturdy upright supports. View II
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The Old Yard
Telephone 07871 734500
Location
Oswestry
Shropshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/theoldyard
Verified Since Jun 2021
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Items Sold 282
The Old Yard
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A long, dark brown antique elm bench featuring a thick single-plank seat and sturdy upright supports.
Long 19th C. Elm Bench
Ref: SA1129592
A long, dark brown antique elm bench featuring a thick single-plank seat and sturdy upright supports.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBenches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRustic Farmhouse
  • MaterialElm
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsPlank seat, Trestle supports, Hand-planed surface
  • SizeH 50 cm (20 in) x W 230.5 cm (91 in) x D 30.5 cm (12 in)

FAQs

Elm benches from the nineteenth century were traditionally crafted for utilitarian use in farmhouses, cottages, and institutions across rural Britain. Elm wood was heavily favoured by country joiners for its tough, interlocking grain, which made it resistant to splitting under heavy daily wear.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid native timber, featuring thick plank seats secured to sturdy legs using traditional joinery methods such as mortise and tenon joints. Hand-planed surfaces and natural patination are common characteristics of authentic period craftsmanship.

Authenticity is identified by examining tool marks, hand-cut joinery, timber shrinkage, and natural wear patterns consistent with age. Genuine items display a deep, oxidation-induced patina across the wood rather than artificial distressing.

Such seating integrates well into modern spaces by providing functional warmth and textural contrast against minimalist or industrial backdrops. It can be paired with a modern dining table or placed as a standalone functional accent piece in an entryway.

Preservation involves keeping the timber away from direct heat sources and sudden humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking. Regular dusting with a dry cloth and occasional application of natural beeswax help maintain the surface condition without stripping the historic finish.
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