Antique Benches and Trunks

Indisputably the first cased furniture, the lowly Antique Trunk has evolved into a magnificent possession that is prized by families across the world. Some unnamed enterprising artisan added armrests and a seatback to the trunk, and voila, the antique hall bench was conceived! Antique Furniture like this design can prove useful and attractive in any room of the home or office, including small nooks, hallways, entryways, and the now-popular "mud room". Also ideal at the foot of the bed, or even as a coffee table, antique trunks and antique benches are so well established, we know they will still be a decorative and functional antique furniture choice for centuries to come! View our entire selection at Inessa Stewart Antiques Online Wholesale Antique Furnituire Store ~ OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

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19th Century Country French Stripped Hall Bench ~ Pew

19th Century Country French Stripped Hall Bench ~ Pew was designed to be attractive from all angles! Hand-crafted from thick planks and beams of solid old-growth white oak, it features a higher and deeper seat than most making it capable of actually being comfortable! The seat is firmly supported by a pair of brackets spaced across the width, and using...

$4,980

Rustic 19th Century French Garden Bench with Cast Iron...

Rustic 19th Century French Garden Bench with Cast Iron Legs was produced for a private garden, and the leg castings were designed to mimic the gnarly branches of the surrounding trees. Two old oak planks serve as the seat and seatback, and the entire affair has seen many coats of paint over the decades, only adding to its intrinsic charm.Circa...

$1,200 ~~$2,400~~

18th Century Rustic Country French Doughbox ~ Petrin ~...

18th Century Rustic Country French Doughbox ~ Petrin ~ Credenza was crafted by a capable artisan from the woods at hand, designed for serving double duty as a place to prepare dough for baking, and a spacious drawer for storing all the accouterments necessary for the operation! The no-nonsense design includes a reinforced plank top with forged iron strap...

$1,386 ~~$1,980~~

PAIR 19th Century French Gothic Revival Trunks ~...

PAIR 19th Century French Gothic Revival Trunks ~ Blanket Chests is a truly unusual find! Perfect for the foot of the bed for a pair of twins, they can also be used in dormer window niches, or for adding symmetry anywhere in your decorating plan. Hand-crafted from solid old-growth oak, each features a solid plank top with beautifully hand-carved edging...

$4,980

19th Century Italian Painted Bench with Angels

19th Century Italian Painted Bench with Angels features incredible hand-carved sculptures of angels on each end and at the middle, originally designed as a church pew for an opulent private chapel. Distressed painted finish adds a pleasing touch. Note the Baroque influence in the architecture, with boldly scrolled and molded side supports with a...

$4,830 ~~$6,900~~

Pair Rustic Dutch Oak Benches

Pair Rustic Dutch Oak Benches are the ideal choice for any casual decor, and can literally fit most anywhere! Perfect for placement between a breakfast table and a panoramic window, they provide seating when needed without obstructing the view. Hand-crafted from thick planks of old-growth oak, each has been reinforced with iron lag bolts with two...

$2,590 ~~$3,700~~

19th Century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Painted...

19th Century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Painted Armbench ~ Vanity Bench was originally designed for the vanity, but its versatility allows it anywhere a convenient seat is required that does not take up much room. The spirit of the neoclassical revival is evident in the styling and architecture of the piece, with just a subtle hint of ancient Egyptian...

$4,480

19th Century French Gothic Petite Trunk ~ Blanket Chest

19th Century French Gothic Petite Trunk ~ Blanket Chest was purpose-built for a cozy niche, and its size makes it very versatile to use in any capacity! Crafted entirely by hand, including the hand-chamfered solid panels in the back, it is a testament to the talents of artisans using techniques handed down for generations. The plank top opens to reveal...

$2,480

19th Century French Louis XIV Giltwood Vanity Bench...

19th Century French Louis XIV Giltwood Vanity Bench with Tapestry is a special find, indeed! Sculpted in the bold scrollwork and prominent carved embellishment made popular during the reign of the Sun King, it features six elegantly scrolled and embellished cabriole legs, adorned with acanthus plumes, florals and escargots. The legs are connected with...

$4,250

19th Century French Walnut Louis XIV Armbench

19th Century French Walnut Louis XIV Armbench is the perfect choice for the vanity, but also works well in a number of other uses throughout the home. Gracefully scrolled framework includes legs with acanthus plume carving and cloven hoof feet supporting the upper section scrolled in the opposite direction, and carved with lamb's heads in full relief as...

$1,980

Antique French Louis XV Painted Stool

Antique French Louis XV Painted Stool makes a great accent for any room, especially when paired with the vanity viewable in the Related Items below left. Upholstery is in good condition but easily replaced with your coordinating fabric. Two toned painted finish enhances the subtle carved detail. As of this writing a matching vanity/writing table is...

$419 ~~$598~~

19th Century Flemish Renaissance Hall Bench

19th Century Flemish Renaissance Hall Bench is a truly definitive example of the revival of the Renaissance that occurred in Europe around the time of Napoleon III in France. This example combines an abundance of whimsy, classicism, mythical creatures and symbolism all rendered in bold full relief from the crown to the base. Starting at the top we find...

$5,980

19th Century Indian Hand-Painted Trunk

19th Century Indian Hand-Painted Trunk will make a charming selection as a coffee table, storage and a seat at the foot of the bed, or anywhere a rustic and whimsical family keepsake is needed! Constructed of solid pine, it features copious storage inside, and a colorful decorative scheme on the facade in subtle earth tones.Circa 1880sMeasures 22H x...

$975

19th Century French Renaissance Trunk with Grape & Wheat Harvest

19th Century French Renaissance Trunk with Grape &...

19th Century French Renaissance Trunk with Grape & Wheat Harvest is a remarkable testament to an obviously talented sculptor who immortalized three concepts with the hand-carved magnificence of two works of art! On the left appears a bold relief sculpture of grape harvest with a high-walled harvester's basket designed to carry on the back as one...

$1,747 ~~$2,495~~

Antique Country French Hall Bench

Antique Country French Hall Bench will add a touch of provincial flair to any room or hallway, plus the added convenience of a place to sit, and even a bit of storage under the seat, like a trunk! Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features a scrolled contour on the framework, especially the seat back, which is also fitted with scrolled raised panels. ...

$2,480

19th Century Swedish Painted Bench

19th Century Swedish Painted Bench features a tailored, understated elegance that will lend itself well to casual decors, sun rooms, and protected outdoor spaces. Hand-crafted from solid old-growth oak, it has been given a painted finish over the years that has achieved a lovely state of distress. Classic slat back and plank seat are well supported with...

$3,980

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench ~ Trundle Bed

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench ~ Trundle Bed is the perfect selection for the active family! By day, a handsome, country style hall bench ~ by night, pull out the trundle, pop up the seat, and a mattress can be dropped in for overnight guests. Handsome scrollwork is enhanced by the distressed painted finish for a rustic Gustavian effect.Circa...

$2,280 ~~$2,850~~

18th Century Rustic Bench

18th Century Rustic Bench is a fine example of rural craftsmanship utilizing time-honored techniques that were handed down from generation to generation for centuries in northern Europe. Utilizing dense, old-growth oak, a gently arched seat back was hand-hewn then fitted to the frame which was assembled with full-mortise & tenon joinery. The...

$3,480

18th Century Country French Neoclassical Trunk ~ Blanket Chest

18th Century Country French Neoclassical Trunk ~...

18th Century Country French Neoclassical Trunk ~ Blanket Chest is a reminder of a bygone era in which none of the modern conveniences we take for granted had been invented or developed! The trunk is considered the first cased furniture, and this example was designed to store large quantities of textiles and family keepsakes, including candles which were...

$2,480

19th Century Italian Hall Bench

19th Century Italian Hall Bench

19th Century Italian Hall Bench was sculpted from fine walnut, and features an elaborately scrolled design including a boldly arched seatback embellished with foliate scrollwork and centered with a stylized shell shield motif appearing over an opening framed in matching scrollwork. The seatback flows to the scrolled armrests on each side, with matching...

$4,800

19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Bench ~...

19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Painted Bench ~ Trundle Bed is an amazing approach to practicality with style! The neoclassical influence in the design is readily apparent, with a rectilinear casework supported by six turned legs and turned spindles above the casework in a fence arrangement around three sides, producing an airy effect making it great...

$4,980

Antique French Neogothic Caquetoire ~ Cathedral Chair...

Antique French Neogothic Caquetoire ~ Cathedral Chair ~ Armchair is an intriguing design, originally intended for visiting dignitaries allowing a VIP his or her own special seat. Crafted exclusively from solid oak, this example was carved with timeless Gothic inspired designs including linenfold panels on the sides, spire forms on the armrest supports,...

$2,780

Early 19th Century Rustic Swedish Painted Trunk ~...

Early 19th Century Rustic Swedish Painted Trunk ~ Blanket Chest ~ Coffee Table will make a charming addition to your casual decor! Considered essential for storage and travel back in the day, the Swedish examples were made from solid planks of plentiful indigenous old-growth pine which attained a significant hardness to it due to the slow-growth in the...

$1,980

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Footstool ~...

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Footstool ~ Vanity Bench represents a tailored expression of the neoclassical revival that for all practical purposes never really ended! Hand-crafted from seasoned fruitwood, it features four tailored, tapered legs with a bun form towards the top just before they join to the apron. The apron is of a Greek form,...

$1,280

Antique Renaissance Hall Bench

Antique Renaissance Hall Bench is a wonderful example of the genre, produced on a relatively diminutive scale making it easy to accommodate niches or cozy spaces. Hand-crafted from solid oak to last for generations, it features timeless carved detail that starts with the seatback crown depicting a crouching lion flanked by scrolled foliate designs. The...

$2,980

Early 19th Century Swedish Inlaid Trunk with Marquetry

Early 19th Century Swedish Inlaid Trunk with Marquetry is a remarkable example of craftsmanship in the creation of artistically produced heirloom pieces designed to be enjoyed for centuries! The outer casework is old-growth seasoned oak, while the interior is lined with cedar to protect the contents stored within. There's even the candle box with a...

$3,980

19th Century Dutch Colonial Trunk

19th Century Dutch Colonial Trunk was hand-crafted from seasoned, old-growth white oak to last for centuries! A neoclassical architecture was employed, including Doric capitals atop the fluted corner columns. Fluted pilasters alternate across the main facade, framing four carved panels depicting fleurs de lys and two family crests. A date has been...

$3,480

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Walnut Hall Bench

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Walnut Hall Bench

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Walnut Hall Bench is the ideal choice to greet your visitors and guests in style! Designed to provide a comfy waiting area for friends and callers to wait while the host or hostess is able to come to the foyer to greet them, such benches predate the telephone and internet, so no advance notice was possible other...

$3,400

18th Century Country French Trunk

18th Century Country French Trunk is a marvelous reminder of the traditional craftsmanship so important to those living in the era, much to our distinct advantage in the 21st century! Utilizing old-growth oak, the craftsmen fashioned the casework using hand-cut dovetail joints, then set about to carve the sides and front with large-scale Baroque-inspired...

$3,480

Antique Gothic Revival Carved Hall Bench

Antique Gothic Revival Carved Hall Bench was rendered from solid oak, and features timeless hand-carved motifs for your visual pleasure. Foliates cross the top underneath a subtle castellation, with three boldly carved linenfold panels comprising the back, accented with foliate cornerpieces below. The seat is solid oak planks and lifts up to reveal a...

$2,980

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Canape with Cane...

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Canape with Cane & Cushion is an excellent choice for an intimate seating group! The combination of neoclassical styling, timeless architecture, and caned seat and seat back produce a light weight, attractive piece you'll cherish for decades to come. Spiral ribbon trim abounds encircling the entire seatback,...

$3,480

Antique Italian Neoclassical Giltwood & Caned Vanity...

Antique Italian Neoclassical Giltwood & Caned Vanity Bench was designed to provide lightweight comfort and timeless classical style! The kidney-shaped design can be flipped for different contours of vanities or counters, with a convex side opposing the concave side. The caned top provides lightweight, breathable comfort, and is framed by large egg...

$2,780

Rustic Swedish Painted Yellow Pine Bench

Rustic Swedish Painted Yellow Pine Bench is a great choice for the casual decor! Side supports are solid planks secured to the seat via an apron on both sides, and diagonal cross-braces in the back. Sporting a pastel blue / teal painted finish which shows delightful distressing and patina, it adds a nice color along with its character. Ideal at the...

$695

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench

19th Century Swedish Painted Hall Bench is a charming piece perfect for hallways, stairwell landings, or cozy room settings. The tailored lines create a rustic simplicity, which combined with the distressed painted finish only add to the allure. The seat lifts up to reveal surprising storage space, as well. Ideal for breakfast table seating, in front...

$2,980

Rustic Country French Oak Bench ~ Stool

Rustic Country French Oak Bench ~ Stool is the perfect choice for the ranch house, lake house, mountain retreat or any casual decor! Hand-hewn from solid oak! Circa turn-of-the-century. Measures 12.5H x 12W x 7.5D

$225

Rustic Country French Oak Bench ~ Stool

Rustic Country French Oak Bench ~ Stool

Rustic Country French Oak Bench ~ Stool is the perfect choice for the ranch house, lake house, mountain retreat or any casual decor! Hand-hewn from solid oak! Circa turn-of-the-century. Measures 11H x 13W x 6D

$225

Antique Rustic Painted Bench

Antique Rustic Painted Bench

Antique Rustic Painted Bench is perfect for adding a provincial charm to any room! Circa turn-of-the-century. Measures 36H x 74W x 13D

$686 ~~$980~~

Rustic Italian Box/Trunk ca. 1900

Designed to hold various office accoutrements, this Antique Rustic Italian Box/Trunk still bears an inscription on the label in Italian on the bottom. What a way to add a little charm to your desk, bookcase or anywhere in the home or office! Circa 1900 Measures 11H x 33W x 15D

$199 ~~$398~~

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Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Armbench ~ Vanity Bench

Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Armbench ~ Vanity Bench is the perfect choice for completing your bath or dressing room. The frame features subtle classical contours that are carved in the manner of Louis XVI with motifs such as Greek coin and acanthus plumes with beading and fluting accents. The side arms are double-caned for light weight and airiness,...

19th Century French Gothic Hall Bench

19th Century French Gothic Hall Bench celebrates the style that has remained popular since the middle of the 12th century! The rectilinear architecture creates a sturdy structure with beam and post joined by mortise & tenon. The solid plank seat hinges up to reveal a trunk-like storage underneath. Less than a foot and a half deep, it's ideal for...