This dark wood and two-tone khaki woven fabric bench exudes a restrained country spirit, featuring upholstery nails and a meticulously reupholstered second-hand seat underneath. Its high back and supportive reinforcements give it an elegant presence in both a living room and a veranda, while providing a comfortable space for several people to settle in. The duo of wood and textile creates a warm piece, easy to pair with a raw wood table, linen cushions, or a few throws placed in the entrance. It readily accommodates books, a daily tray, or a bouquet of dried flowers on its seat. As a second-hand item, it bears the mark of its history: one of the four front legs leans forward. Length: 152 cm Width: 70 cm Height: 107 cm Seat height: 45 cm Seat width: 141 cm Seat depth: 58 cm A little history of the bench: Emerging in the 17th century, the bench is the elegant and padded version of the bank, designed for the salons of high society. Unlike a sofa, it is distinguished by the absence of a backrest or arms, favoring an airy silhouette and a Louis XVI or Empire style. Whether called a "piano bench" or "end of bed bench," it today fits within a boudoir or vintage aesthetic and remains the ideal piece to dress a window or an entrance.