Original Early 19th Century Regency Wrought Iron Strapwork Garden Bench

An original early 19th century Regency wrought iron strapwork garden bench, of excellent scale and with a particularly attractive untouched surface. The bench is formed from slender wrought iron strapwork, with a gently curved seat and back, elegant scrolled arms, shaped supports and swept feet. It retains a superb naturally weathered surface, with old cream paint, rust, green oxidisation and a darkened wooden top rail, giving it exactly the kind of undisturbed garden patina that is so difficult to recreate.

This is a very appealing example for anyone looking for an honest, original garden bench rather than a restored, repainted or over-finished one. The bench appears to be totally original and untouched, with a wonderfully aged surface that forms a major part of its character and desirability. The wooden bar running across the face of the top rail appears to be oak, although we cannot be certain, and may well be original to the piece, as may the surviving old finish.

It is also a substantial and quite heavy bench, with a reassuringly solid feel and excellent decorative presence. The combination of Regency strapwork, scrolled arms, swept feet and untouched weathered surface gives it a very strong look, suitable for a garden, terrace, conservatory, orangery, garden room or interior setting.

Dimensions:
Width: 179.5 cm (70 3/4 inches)
Depth: 67 cm (26 3/8 inches)
Height: 79.5 cm (31 1/4 inches)
Seat height: 41.5 cm (16 3/8 inches)

Condition:
In very good condition for its age and type. The bench appears totally original and untouched, with no obvious damage and no signs of repair noted. The ironwork is sound and sturdy, and the old weathered painted surface, rusting, oxidisation, wear and losses to the finish are all consistent with age and outdoor use, and form an important part of the bench’s character and appeal. The wooden top rail/facing is weathered, darkened and worn, but appears sound. A very attractive and honest early 19th century Regency garden bench with superb untouched patina.

Viewing:

This item can be be viewed at my small warehouse in Stainburn, near Otley (Leeds), LS21, by appointment only. Please contact me on 07904 586083 to arrange an appointment.

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If you have any questions about this item or any of my other pieces please feel free to contact me on 07904 586083 or send me a message via Ebay.

Shipping:

Free Shipping is included in the price.

Delivery usually takes between 1 to 3 weeks from receipt of payment to mainland England (with the exception of Devon and Cornwall); 2 to 4 weeks for Scotland (not including Highlands and Islands), Wales, Devon and Cornwall; 4 to 8 weeks for Northern Ireland and Ireland.  Sorry we cannot deliver this item to the Channel Islands, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Scilly Isles, Scottish Islands.  Please contact me regarding delivery to Scottish Highlands.

Delivery is by hand, via an independent Man & Van type courier service for larger items and box courier service for smaller items.  As such deliveries take time to be scheduled, arranged, collected and delivered.  We will always take great care when handling, moving and delivering your item, so you can be assured its in safe hands, even the most delicate of pieces.  The service we provide is a one man and to the front door service, but where possible and with assistance as necessary, we will help you move your item to where you require within your property.

If you do have any urgent or important requirements, please contact me beforehand.  I would much rather meet and exceed all your expectations than disappoint you in any way.

International shipping please contact me for a quote if the cost is not already listed.

Collection:

This item can be collected by appointment from Leeds LS21. Full address details on request.

Returns:

This item is available for return within 30 days of receipt. Goods must be returned in the same condition as when received. Buyer is responsible for the cost of return shipping. Goods remain the responsibility of the buyer until they have been received back. No refund for courier shipping costs will be made.