This is an antique monk's bench. A metamorphic table / chair in English oak dating from the 18th century and later.

Appealing biscuit tones to the rich antique oak
Grain interest throughout with a desirable aged patina
A metamorphic table converting into a chair

Four plank table top with cleated ends displays well
A slide and hinge mechanism moves the top into a chair back
The chair back decorated with carved foliate demi-lunes

The earlier chair frame offers a generous seat
Shaped arms terminate in scroll finger grips
Supported on stout, barrel turned risers with pegged joints

Plank seat slab over foliate carved demi-lune rails
Standing upon stout, barrel turned legs
United by a box stretcher

A delightful antique monk's bench. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 92.5cm (36.5'')
Max Depth: 84cm (33'')
Max Height: 78.5cm (31'')

Seat Width: 52cm (20.5'')
Seat Depth: 50cm (19.75'')
Seat Height: 44.5cm (17.5'')

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Our Ref: 18.5849