Items Similar to English 19th Century Elm Bench with Slat Back and Trestle Base
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9
English 19th Century Elm Bench with Slat Back and Trestle Base
$5,500
£4,156.48
€4,774.47
CA$7,736.16
A$8,190.57
CHF 4,432.51
MX$97,892.40
NOK 55,250.61
SEK 50,524.72
DKK 35,659.15
About the Item
This 19th-century English bench is crafted from solid elm, showcasing the warm tone and fine grain for which the wood is prized. Spanning over six and a half feet in length, the design is simple yet well-proportioned, with a narrow double-slat backrest supported by angled uprights that lend both comfort and visual lightness. The single plank seat, gently worn from age and use, rests on a trestle-style base with squared legs joined by stretchers for strength and stability. The rounded edges of the back and seat slats add a subtle refinement, while the clean, functional lines reflect the bench’s utilitarian origins—likely intended for use in a public house, school, or village hall.
The naturally aged finish enhances its patina, highlighting the elm’s rich golden-brown hue. With its generous size and timeless silhouette, this bench offers versatile seating for a long dining table, entry hall, or garden room, blending effortlessly into both traditional and contemporary interiors while retaining the authenticity and charm of its 19th-century craftsmanship.
- Dimensions:Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 79 in (200.66 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)Seat Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition details and contact us with any questions!
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:Seller: A 64771stDibs: LU836745649002
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1988
1stDibs seller since 2007
1,501 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Atlanta, GA
- Return Policy
More From This Seller
View AllEnglish 19th Century Rustic Elm Bench with Branch-Form Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century English bench captures the raw beauty and authenticity of rustic craftsmanship. Fashioned from solid elm, it features a thick, single-plank seat supported by boldly...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Rustic Benches
Materials
Elm
19th Century English Oak Bench with Plank Top and Stretcher Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English oak bench dates to the 19th century and exemplifies the direct, utilitarian craftsmanship of period country furniture. Constructed entirely of solid oak, it features a l...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Benches
Materials
Oak
Rustic American Pine Bench with A-Frame Base, Long 20th-Century Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
This American 20th-century long pine bench boasts a beautifully rustic charm, perfect for adding warmth and character to your home. Its elongated seat features a natural grain patter...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Rustic Pine Bench with Hand-Hewn Details – Versatile American Craftsmanship
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted from solid pine with rustic charm, this American 20th-century bench showcases timeless craftsmanship. Its hand-hewn surface features natural grain patterns, making each angle...
Category
20th Century American Rustic Benches
Materials
Pine
Long English Pine Farmhouse Bench with Turned Legs and Deep Patina, circa 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
This authentic English pine bench dates to the early to mid-19th century, circa 1820–1850, and exemplifies the honest utility furniture of the English countryside. Constructed from s...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Country Benches
Materials
Pine
English 19th Century Oak Bench with Carved Back, Downswept Arms and Cushion
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English bleached oak bench from the 19th century with carved wooden back, downswept arms, cabriole legs and custom cushion. This exquisite English bleached oak bench from the 19th...
Category
Antique 19th Century English Benches
Materials
Oak
You May Also Like
Extra Long Heavy Vintage Maple Wood Slatted Bench
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in North Miami, FL
A French extra long thick block maple wood slatted bench in the Charlotte Perriand style.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Maple
Oak Bench with Mortise and Tenon Joinery, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the past year, seating benches have become a popular choice in home décor. Of course, these benches’ primary purpose is to provide a convenient and comfortable place to sit. However, a bench, such as this beautiful wooden model, can also be used as an interior decorative element.
All major interior design companies have released their own bench models, but it is hard to live up to the wooden pieces created in the mid-century. This oak bench is dominated by two elements: its material and the master joinery techniques. Without a doubt, the mortise and tenon...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Oak
Rare Mid Century Oak Bench From France, Circa 1960
Located in Nashville, TN
Rare Mid Century Oak Bench From France, Circa 1960. Superb model in the style of Prouve. Light patina and use.
Category
Vintage 1960s European Benches
Materials
Oak
Large Oak Bench, France 1950
s
Located in New York, NY
Large Scale Elm bench with a trestle base.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Elm
French antique bench in solid walnut
Located in LYON, FR
Superb 1950s bench in solid walnut with its unique grain. Entirely restored by our cabinetmaker, the bench is perfectly solid and stable on its legs. Treated and protected with a col...
Category
Vintage 1950s European French Provincial Benches
Materials
Walnut
Monumental Reclaimed Elm Bench
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Benches
Materials
Wood













