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Coalbrookdale Garden Bench Designed by Christopher Dresser
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Coalbrookdale Garden Bench Designed by Christopher Dresser

19th century
Sold 26 June 2025 · Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
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We are Proud to offer for your Garden this fully restored Garden Bench In Northwick Green.

CHRISTOPHER DRESSER (1834-1904) FOR THE COALBROOKDALE COMPANY

''WATER PLANT'' CAST IRON GARDEN BENCH, CIRCA 1875

The back cast with pierced repeating foliate motifs above downswept open arms enclosing a wooden slatted seat, on tapering legs joined by foliate stretchers, cast maker''s marks and date lozenge to back COALBROOKDALE No206162

187cm wide, 94cm high, 75cm deep

Literature: Lyons, Harry Christopher Dresser: The People''s Designer, Woodbridge 2005, pp. 152-3.

Note: This design by Christopher Dresser, no. 206162, was registered and patented by the Coalbrookdale Foundry at the Public Records Office on 18th February 1867 and is seat no. 45 in their 1875 Castings Catalogue, section II, page 251.

At the 1867 Universal Exhibition he exhibited a few of his own works, including a ‘Water Plant’ cast iron garden seat, which was also available as an armchair. It was also exhibited at subsequent exhibitions: London in 1871, Vienna in 1873, and Paris in 1878.

Please do contact us regards Delivery to you or Shipping to any part of the World.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks for looking Chris.

Date of Manufacture

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this Cast Iron Garden Bench to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
187cm (73.62")
Depth
75cm (29.53")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1134705
Dealers Internal Reference
CDB0001
Description
We are Proud to offer for your Garden this fully restored Garden Bench In Northwick Green.

CHRISTOPHER DRESSER (1834-1904) FOR THE COALBROOKDALE COMPANY

''WATER PLANT'' CAST IRON GARDEN BENCH, CIRCA 1875

fig 1. A sage green cast iron garden bench featuring an intricate patterned backrest and detailed side supports sits outdoors on a gravel path.
fig 1. Coalbrookdale Garden Bench Designed by Christopher Dresser

The back cast with pierced repeating foliate motifs above downswept open arms enclosing a wooden slatted seat, on tapering legs joined by foliate stretchers, cast maker''s marks and date lozenge to back COALBROOKDALE No206162

fig 2. A sage green cast iron garden bench featuring an intricate patterned backrest and detailed side supports sits outdoors on a gravel path.
fig 2. Coalbrookdale Garden Bench Designed by Christopher Dresser

187cm wide, 94cm high, 75cm deep

Literature: Lyons, Harry Christopher Dresser: The People''s Designer, Woodbridge 2005, pp. 152-3.

Note: This design by Christopher Dresser, no.

“
206162, was registered and patented by the Coalbrookdale Foundry at the Public Records Office on 18th February 1867 and is seat no.
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd

45 in their 1875 Castings Catalogue, section II, page 251.

fig 3. A sage green cast iron garden bench featuring an intricate patterned backrest and detailed side supports sits outdoors on a gravel path.
fig 3. Coalbrookdale Garden Bench Designed by Christopher Dresser

At the 1867 Universal Exhibition he exhibited a few of his own works, including a ‘Water Plant’ cast iron garden seat, which was also available as an armchair. It was also exhibited at subsequent exhibitions: London in 1871, Vienna in 1873, and Paris in 1878.

Please do contact us regards Delivery to you or Shipping to any part of the World.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks for looking Chris.

Date of Manufacture

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this Cast Iron Garden Bench to the 19th Century.

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
187cm (73.62")
Depth
75cm (29.53")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134705
Dealers Internal Ref
CDB0001
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010
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Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01386 700 085
Location
Unit 96
Northwick Business Centre
Blockley
Gloucestershire
GL56 9RF
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ct
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A sage green cast iron garden bench featuring an intricate patterned backrest and detailed side supports sits outdoors on a gravel path.
Coalbrookdale Garden Bench Designed By Christopher Dresser
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGarden Benches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCast Iron
  • ColourSage Green
  • MotifsOpenwork cast backrest, Geometric frieze, Stylised floral motifs, Curved armrests
  • SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 187 cm (74 in) x D 75 cm (30 in)

FAQs

The Coalbrookdale Iron Company, based in Shropshire, England, became internationally renowned during the Victorian era for its sophisticated cast iron decorative metalwork, including intricate garden seats designed by leading artists like Christopher Dresser.

Authentic period pieces were primarily constructed using durable grey cast iron for the structural frame and ornamentation, frequently paired with wooden lath seats or entirely cast in metal.

Authenticity is typically verified by makers marks, registration diamond lozenge stamps, pattern numbers cast into the iron frame, and the exceptional crispness and depth of the casting detail.

Position the piece as a focal point against a manicured hedge or modern minimalist landscaping to contrast its intricate historical ornamentation with clean architectural lines.

Regular maintenance involves inspecting for rust, treating affected areas with a rust inhibitor, applying a durable primer, and finishing with an exterior-grade oil-based paint in a traditional colour.
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