Maine - Benches

The Arc bench features an elongated profile that comfortably seats three side by side. Its soft valleys and peaks create a generous rhythm that welcomes bodi...

Covered in striped silk, the molded seat raised on six stop-fluted tapering legs.

Two unique structural beams dating from the 1860s feature hand-hewn adze marks and hand-cut mortises. These beams are charred in the ancient Japanese technique of Shou-sugi-ban and then sealed with oil. The beams "float" upon a welded brass frame. This is a bespoke piece so custom dimensions, materials, colors and finishes (both interior and exterior) can be accommodated. Please inquire for pricing. All Stefan Rurak Studio...

Great pair of antique walnut wood benches from France. Simple and timeless design with thick wood seat and beautiful wood legs and open wood ...

Elegant and versatile French Provincial Louis XV caned walnut bench or ottoman with turned and rolled arms, a carved and scalloped apron and curved, tapered cabriole legs ending in e...

The rectangular padded seat covered in brown leather, opening to reveal a set of library steps, over a solid inlaid seat-rail and ring-turned tapering legs ending in castors. 18in. high, 34 1/2in. wide and 16 1/2in. deep. Opened, 36in. high and 49in. wide. Rooms organized during the Regency period as libraries often had floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. The upper shelves were difficult to reach, so movable library stairs were invaluable. Further, libraries were one of the most important rooms in a stately house, symbol of its owner's wealth, culture and status. As a consequence, designers, architects and cabinet or chair makers devoted much attention to its architecture and decoration. Hence, the emrgence of innovative ideas such as our bench. Enter the Regency era metamorphic library chair/bench (chairs are more common than benches)! The tables, chairs and stools containing library steps were patented in Great Britain by Robert Campbell in 1774 but this innovative chair-based design did not become immediately popular. Once the Regency was established, a neo-classical interpretation of Campbell’s Metamorphic Library Chair concept started to become popular in London. Any early attributions rely heavily on two contemporary sketches...

Exquisite ebony Spanish bench with turned wrought iron stretchers, a perfect addition to any contemporary or traditional setting. Bench could also be used as an ottoman, and featur...

Elegant French 19th Century caned bench, vanity seat or boudoir window seat in the classic Louis XV style with original gold gilt paint. Lovel...

Really lovely faux painting on this pine bench that has ample storage underneath the seat. Bought in England. Great for a mudroom or hallway. Measure: arm height 35.5. #5630

Exquisite carving on this French walnut bench or ottoman, embodying the graceful elegance of the Louis XV style. Built from solid walnut, the frame features a gently curved silhouett...

Antique European faux painted sofa bench with pretty shaped top and wonderful worn patina that can easily grace an entry hallway. Gorgeous faux paint can be accented with pillows or ...

This modern Minimalist bench is constructed from two structural oak beams that appear to float upon a welded steel frame. These historic beams were salvaged f...