19th Century Painted Bed or Hall Bench

A delightful 19th century painted wooden bench, this is an example of a ‘bed bench’ copied from an 18th century design which would originally have been used as a step to get up into a high bed and as a seat. – Lovely painted design on the front apron representing the parable of the wise and foolish virgins from the bible, with a central building painted with the date of 1756. – Carved inset flowers on the apron. – Ladies with crooks and water in the background painted on each end panel. – Painted dark green, with muted colours for the designs. – Turned legs. – Two planked top. This will look stunning as a decorative piece in a bedroom, at the foot of a bed where it was originally intended to be placed and will be useful for cushions, clothing or as a seat. It will also make a great hallway bench for putting for putting on footwear. Date: 19th Century Material: Wood Origin: England