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NORHTERN EUROPEAN BENCH OR SWING

Currency:USD Category:Jewelry Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 1,000.00 USD
NORHTERN EUROPEAN BENCH OR SWING
NORTHERN EUROPEAN BENCH OR SWING: A detail examination revealed the original framed square is now a u-shaped open sided bench or swing dating from the last part of the 17th century. The piece is peg and pin construction, the corners have round newel posts. There have been two or three ''restorations''. The current configuration added new perimeter surface framing with ''x'' cross-decorative inserts affixed. In another earlier period, the seat was added and cut with hand forged hinges made to provide access. This work dates from the 18th century. Currently, it is used as a large deep bench with a storage area in the lower portion.