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Large Finely Carved Victorian Oak Monks Bench
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Large Finely Carved Victorian Oak Monks Bench

19th century
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Circa 1890. Large finely carved Victorian oak monk’s bench. The folding top with carved edge with exceptional foliate carved panels supported on a scrolled arm on bobbin supports. The large seat with decorative external metal hinges opens to a large storage space. The bench paneled front with Jacobean-style lozenge carvings and the side with twin panels all on styled feet. Large size and exceptional quality carving and lovely patina.

132cm Wide x 60cm deep x 123cm High

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Oak Monks Bench to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
123cm (48.43")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Reference Numbers
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SA912276
Dealers Internal Reference
30701
Description
Circa 1890. Large finely carved Victorian oak monk’s bench.
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The folding top with carved edge with exceptional foliate carved panels supported on a scrolled arm on bobbin supports.
Georgian Antiques

The large seat with decorative external metal hinges opens to a large storage space. The bench paneled front with Jacobean-style lozenge carvings and the side with twin panels all on styled feet. Large size and exceptional quality carving and lovely patina.

132cm Wide x 60cm deep x 123cm High

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Oak Monks Bench to the Victorian era.

Height
123cm (48.43")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Reference Numbers
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SA912276
Dealers Internal Ref
30701
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A dark carved oak Victorian monks bench featuring a tilting backrest carved with arch panels set above a chest storage base with geometric diamond motifs.
Large Finely Carved Victorian Oak Monks Bench
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  • ObjectBenches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved arch panels, Diamond relief carving, Turned arm supports, Hinged seat lid
  • SizeH 123 cm (48 in) x W 132 cm (52 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This large Victorian monk's bench is made from solid oak with a dark brown finish and a warm patina. The tilting backrest has a carved edge and foliate motifs within arched panels, supported by scrolled arms resting on bobbin-turned vertical posts. Below, the bench has a hinged seat lid with decorative metal hinges that opens to reveal storage space. The front elevation displays three panels with geometric diamond relief carvings in a Jacobean style, complemented by styled block feet at the base. Measuring 132 cm wide by 60 cm deep and 123 cm high, the substantial piece functions practically as a seat and a storage chest. It suits placement in an entrance hallway, a traditional living room or a study as a functional seating and storage solution.

FAQs

A monks bench, also known as a settle table, is a dual-purpose piece of historic furniture featuring a hinged top that swivels down over armrests to serve as either a table or a high-backed seat.

Victorian monks benches were predominantly constructed from solid oak, dark walnut, or mahogany, featuring traditional joinery techniques paired with hand-carved relief panels.

Authentic Victorian examples typically display natural wood patination, pegged joint construction beneath the seat, original brass or wooden pivot pegs, and deep hand-carved floral or geometric motifs.

Position a monks bench in an entryway or hallway to function as practical seating with concealed storage, contrasting the carved wood detail against neutral walls and contemporary lighting.

Dust the detailed carving regularly using a soft dry brush or microfibre cloth, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish twice annually following the natural wood grain.
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