Venetian Grotto Style Carved Wooden Bench

Description

An ornately carved Venetian Grotto style bench, the scrolled legs with floral and leaf decoration resting on scalloped feet and … more An ornately carved Venetian Grotto style bench, the scrolled legs with floral and leaf decoration resting on scalloped feet and connected by a similarly carved cross stretcher with a maroon velvet upholstered attached cushion. The frame has traces of old red was and gilt and there is some minor flaking that adds to the character. It is quite heavy and appears to be carved from oak or a similar hardwood. It probably dates from the late 19th or early 20th century. A statement piece in any room. less