{"product_id":"antique-hall-bench-italian-ren-revival-carved-walnut-storage-1800s-19th-c","title":"Antique Hall Bench, Italian Ren Revival Carved, Walnut, Storage, 1800s, 19th C.","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eStunning Antique Hall Bench,  Italian Renaissance Revival Carved, Walnut, Storage, 1800s, 19th C.!!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAntique Italian Ren Revival Carved Walnut Hall Bench w\/ Storage 19th C, 1800s!!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAn elegant late 19th-century Italian Renaissance Revival hall bench, beautifully handcrafted in richly figured walnut with finely executed architectural carving throughout. Combining decorative artistry with practical storage, this handsome bench makes an outstanding statement in an entry hall, library, or formal interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe impressive back is crowned by a scrolling crest centered with a carved shell motif above three raised panels. The central panel features an exquisitely carved mythological winged creature amid flowing foliate scrollwork, while the flanking panels are adorned with richly carved floral ornament.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe boldly scrolled arms incorporate carved grotesque mask supports above lion-head terminals, lending the bench the dramatic character associated with Italian Renaissance design. Beneath the seat is a spacious storage compartment accessed by a hinged lift seat, making the piece as functional as it is decorative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe lower case is further embellished with carved scrolling ornament and raised panels, all supported by sturdy block and volute feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLate 19th-century Italian Renaissance Revival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSolid walnut construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHand-carved shell crest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThree raised back panels with mythological and foliate relief carving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGrotesque mask supports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLion-head arm terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHinged lift seat with interior storage compartment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRichly carved drawer-style apron (decorative)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWarm original walnut finish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eExceptional craftsmanship and decorative presence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHeight: 73 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWidth: 59.5 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDepth: 21 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSeat Height: 23 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis impressive Italian Renaissance Revival hall bench combines bold architectural design with practical storage and fine hand carving. Its quality craftsmanship, richly figured walnut, and striking decorative details make it a superb addition to an antique collection or a distinguished traditional, Tuscan, or European-inspired interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSeller:  Old Europe Antiques Home Furnishings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDoor to Door Delivery Available!  Inexpensive shipping options available, contact me for a quote.  [512 686 6531]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWear and imperfections commensurate with being moved, age and use.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAuction for item only, pickup or shipping responsibility of buyer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e   \"Old World Elegance at Reasonable Prices!\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0650\/files\/LOGO_5668db6c-802a-4a82-b2f1-be0535cebbd2.webp?v=1781478384\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"350\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49623989551318,"sku":"168531657888","price":2833.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0650\/files\/AntiqueHallBench_ItalianRenRevivalCarved_Walnut_Storage_1800s_19thC._fe9a3a42-bbf6-4773-8c20-69dbaa7d9983.webp?v=1785090334","url":"https:\/\/www.oldeuropeantiques.com\/products\/antique-hall-bench-italian-ren-revival-carved-walnut-storage-1800s-19th-c","provider":"Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}