{"id":15872965935482,"title":"Antique Monks Hall Bench | Settle Bench | Hall Table + Storage 1930 Vintage Grey","handle":"antique-monks-hall-bench-settle-bench-hall-table-storage-1930-vintage-grey","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"wt-content-toggle-product-details-read-more\" class=\"wt-content-toggle__body wt-content-toggle__body--truncated-03 wt-content-toggle__body--truncated\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly 1900s Solid Oak Monk's Bench with Lion Carvings \u0026amp; Storage Painted in Dark Grey. Converts to a Hall Table. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, this exquisite Monk's Bench is fashioned from solid oak and showcases a wealth of character, charm, and functionality. This bench has been professionally hand painted in a dark grey mineral paint and given a protective coat of varnish and presents in superb condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the early 1900s, the piece is a fine representation of traditional English furniture, combining Gothic Revival influence with practical design. Monk’s benches were historically valued for their versatility—serving as a bench, table, and storage trunk all in one. This particular example embodies all those attributes with elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hinged seat lifts to reveal a spacious internal compartment, ideal for storing shoes, scarves, or other hallway essentials. The tall backrest, adorned with intricately carved foliage and flower motif, can be folded forward to transform the bench into a flat table top surface—making it as practical as it is decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurther enhancing its stately presence are the boldly carved lion heads on each armrest, a detail that adds both visual weight and a touch of noble symbolism. The front of the bench is panelled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfectly suited to a hallway or entrance space, this Monk’s Bench offers a warm welcome, a convenient perch for changing footwear, hidden storage, and even a functional table surface when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Lovers of Vintage Furniture \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless and stylish addition to any home, this piece is perfect for those who appreciate historic craftsmanship, as well as interior designers looking to incorporate heritage charm into their projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL 106cm  x D  44cm  x  H  100cm (with seat back up)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight to seat is 52cm.   Seat: 73cm W x 38 cm D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFREE collection from our shop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby telephone appointment only. Viewing also available by appointment only  - tel: 01895 675596\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur motto is to reuse and recycle these wonderful antique and vintage items so that they get a new lease of life and at the same time you will have a unique, personal item of good quality in your home that will also contribute to the world's carbon footprint and help our future generations. Say NO to a throw away society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe delivery quoted in this listing is for mainland UK only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact us for a delivery quote to Cornwall, Scotland, Highlands or Islands or Offshore UK, Northern Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, IOW, etc as it may be more than the price quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCourier price quoted is for one man courier to ground floor level only – help will be needed your end. Timed and exact delivery day requests are not available but delivery will normally be within a two week window. 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Converts to a Hall Table. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, this exquisite Monk's Bench is fashioned from solid oak and showcases a wealth of character, charm, and functionality. This bench has been professionally hand painted in a dark grey mineral paint and given a protective coat of varnish and presents in superb condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the early 1900s, the piece is a fine representation of traditional English furniture, combining Gothic Revival influence with practical design. Monk’s benches were historically valued for their versatility—serving as a bench, table, and storage trunk all in one. This particular example embodies all those attributes with elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hinged seat lifts to reveal a spacious internal compartment, ideal for storing shoes, scarves, or other hallway essentials. The tall backrest, adorned with intricately carved foliage and flower motif, can be folded forward to transform the bench into a flat table top surface—making it as practical as it is decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurther enhancing its stately presence are the boldly carved lion heads on each armrest, a detail that adds both visual weight and a touch of noble symbolism. The front of the bench is panelled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfectly suited to a hallway or entrance space, this Monk’s Bench offers a warm welcome, a convenient perch for changing footwear, hidden storage, and even a functional table surface when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Lovers of Vintage Furniture \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless and stylish addition to any home, this piece is perfect for those who appreciate historic craftsmanship, as well as interior designers looking to incorporate heritage charm into their projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL 106cm  x D  44cm  x  H  100cm (with seat back up)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight to seat is 52cm.   Seat: 73cm W x 38 cm D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFREE collection from our shop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby telephone appointment only. Viewing also available by appointment only  - tel: 01895 675596\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur motto is to reuse and recycle these wonderful antique and vintage items so that they get a new lease of life and at the same time you will have a unique, personal item of good quality in your home that will also contribute to the world's carbon footprint and help our future generations. Say NO to a throw away society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe delivery quoted in this listing is for mainland UK only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact us for a delivery quote to Cornwall, Scotland, Highlands or Islands or Offshore UK, Northern Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, IOW, etc as it may be more than the price quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCourier price quoted is for one man courier to ground floor level only – help will be needed your end. Timed and exact delivery day requests are not available but delivery will normally be within a two week window. If you wish to have a two man courier then we can give you a quote for this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is available to view at our showroom RetroNovia, 12 New Pond Parade, West End Road, Ruislip Gardens, Middlesex HA4 6LR . Please call us on 01895 675596 to make sure the item is available before coming to view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are located easy access from London and Oxford and are directly off the Main A40 Polish War memorial junction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}