Discretionary Garden Bench
Description
A remarkable piece of garden history, this rare mid-19th century bench was designed in for courtship as it allowed a young couple to sit together while a chaperone occupied the third seat.
Crafted with a wrought iron frame and faux bamboo seats, it remains in very good condition considering its age. The distinctive three-seat design, arranged in a propeller-like formation, makes this both a conversation piece and a decorative focal point for any garden or orangery.
A true collector’s item—rarely seen on the market and offering both historic charm and practical appeal. The modern umbrella can be supplied upon request.
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Fully restored by us so in very good condition
Details
France
Circa 1850
Height
77cm
Diameter
150cm
A remarkable piece of garden history, this rare mid-19th century bench was designed in for courtship as it allowed a young couple to sit together while a chaperone occupied the third seat.
Crafted with a wrought iron frame and faux bamboo seats, it remains in very good condition considering its age. The distinctive three-seat design, arranged in a propeller-like formation, makes this both a conversation piece and a decorative focal point for any garden or orangery.
A true collector’s item—rarely seen on the market and offering both historic charm and practical appeal. The modern umbrella can be supplied upon request.
Circa 1850
Height
77cm
Diameter
150cm
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Delivery
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Ordering online from the UK?
You can order online via the website in the UK. We use a highly secure payment gateway which accepts most credit and debit cards.
Where do you deliver?
Can I order internationally?
Do I need to pay via the website?
Are antiques Eco-friendly?
How are items shipped?
We see the safe and secure delivery of every purchase as a key part of our service. We deliver in the UK and internationally and only use couriers and shipping companies who are skilled in handling antiques.
How much does shipping cost?
Are my items insured during shipping?
Can I return my order?
If your item is not what you expected, doesn’t work in your space, or you simply don’t like it, we will arrange for it to be returned to us and issue you with a refund. It’s as simple as that, no hassle, no fuss, no risk. You should inform us within 48 hours of delivery if you wish to return an item.
How much do returns cost?
How long do refunds take?
Can I view the item before purchasing it?
Yes, we are always happy to see clients at our premises near Exeter. As we are an online business, we do not have a showroom. However, we do have very well-ordered stores and a large photo studio where we can display specific items.
Can you send items for me to view before purchasing?
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Yes, we understand that you may want to take some time to decide whether to purchase or not and interior designers may well wish to present an item to their clients for approval. We are therefore happy to reserve items for up to 5 working days on request.