19th Century French Renaissance Hall Bench

19th Century French Renaissance Hall Bench was designed to create an impressive entrance to a grand home!  Crafted entirely from old-growth oak, it features an intriguing three-panel seat back with the center being raised higher than the flanking panels, fitted with a boldly carved arched crown, and flanked by carved embellishments that serve as the top of the side panels.  Each of the three panels are covered with elaborate foliate carvings, then surrounded by carved frameworks.  A pair of scrolled armrests are fitted, and are also carved, leading the eye down to the base which is for all intents and purposes a trunk, with three carved panels across the front and even side panels that are carved, providing visual appeal from all angles.  The seat lifts up to reveal convenient and capacious storage inside.  Painstakingly stripped using our proprietary process and expert in-house staff, it is poised to create a unique entryway to the delight of you, your family, and all guests who visit!
Circa 1890s
Measures 53H x 48W x 17D; seat 19H