Oak solid wood storage bench

Very large rustic bench, made entirely of solid oak with a storage compartment under the seat. The top, the seat, consists of 2 long oak planks 25 mm thick fixed on iron hinges allowing the opening of the chest. Large storage space. The sides are framed by high square-shaped armrests. Antique furniture, traditionally made in the 19th century. This bench is an iconic piece of our old country houses. Versatile, it often served as extra seating in the kitchen or by the fireplace. Its chest could be used to store bread or keep household linen. The piece shows an authentic original patina with its marks of time (small scratches, signs of old use), which attests to its history and authenticity. There are noted old restorations; reinforcement crossbars between the legs, the blocks under the top are not original. This bench is sound, stable, and durable, ready to use. Height of the armrests: 76 cm. Height of the seat: 46 cm. Dimensions of the useful interior: 170x24x31 cm.