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Forlì, ItalyOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 12 sales
Product description
This exceptional early 20th-century bench is a masterclass in rustic elegance, offering a rare blend of folk-art charm and sophisticated proportions. A truly unique find, the settee features a distinctive double-split backrest and integrated armrests that create a balanced, sculptural silhouette. Its most captivating feature is the original "decapato" shabby finish; the vibrant red paint has aged naturally over a century, developing an authentic, layered patina that is impossible to replicate with modern distressing techniques.
Constructed for durability, the piece retains its original hand-woven rush seat, grounding the design in traditional craftsmanship. While the frame shows the honest marks of its long history, these traces serve as a certificate of authenticity, adding the depth and character essential for high-end vintage interiors.
Structurally solid, robust, and professionally vetted, this bench is a ready-to-use statement piece. Whether placed in a grand entryway, a transitional corridor, or a covered patio, it effortlessly transforms any space with its warm, historical narrative and timeless country-chic aesthetic.
W.115 / H.78 / D.52 / H.seat 39 (cm)
Specifications
CategoryBenchesConditionGoodColorsRed, Mint, Brown, GreenMaterialWood, OtherNumber of items1StyleRusticHeight78 cmWidth115 cmDepth53 cmSeat height39 cmSigns of usageDiscoloring, ScratchesSeller locationForlì, ItalyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup