Benches

Here is a classic piece of Austro-Hungarian country furniture: an elegant bench in the Biedermeier or Neo-Classical style, dating back to the 19th century—a rare find today. Finished in navy blue, it reveals traces of original brown paint on the spindles, adding character and...

A charmingly compact box bench crafted from pine and hardwood, featuring elegant lines and a beautifully weathered patina in shades of brown, white, and grey-blue. Time and the elements have created a unique decorative effect, while its sturdy construction ensures no loose joints or...

A charmingly petite, folk-painted marriage bench from the renowned Kalotaszeg region in Central Transylvania, circa 1960. Though unsigned, this piece is likely the work of Janos Gergely, a master painter active during this period. Traditionally, such benches were part of a furniture suite crafted...

A true showstopper, this exquisite double box lid bench was acquired over a decade ago in Székelyföld, a Hungarian ethnic region in Eastern Europe. Almost certainly crafted to commemorate a marriage, it features a powder blue background adorned with charming folk art floral decorations....

A refined and elegant painted box bench, crafted from pine and hardwood, featuring an enclosed back and armrests. The long seat lifts to reveal a spacious, clean storage area. Exceptionally solid and in gallery-worthy condition.Austrian Empire, circa 1890.

A charming 19th-century pine and hardwood box settle with two lifting lids that reveal a spacious storage area. This piece is attractively decorative, featuring hand-turned spindles with traces of the original paint. The backrest rises to a stylized tulip form in the centre, a...

This rare antique marriage bench, dated 1900, features exquisite folk-painted floral details characteristic of Saxon folk art from Eastern Romania. In lovely condition, the bench has a multifunctional design: the seat lifts to reveal a storage box and it also pulls out to convert...

Presenting an exceptional antique settle crafted from pine and hardwood, retaining its original paint—a testament to its enduring charm. This versatile piece seamlessly embodies the essence of traditional country furniture, showcasing both practicality and character.A hallmark of its design is the generously proportioned seat,...