Antique Chinese bench in patinated wood – Shanxi, c. 1920
A characterful antique Chinese bench with beautiful patina and a very special handmade expression.
This antique Chinese bench from Shanxi, dating to around 1920, is a beautiful example of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. The long, low shape combined with the warm, patinated wood gives the bench a calm and sculptural expression.
The decorative details in the construction, the visible joinery, and the lively wood surface tell the story of a piece of furniture that has lived a long life. The bench serves both as practical seating and as a decorative piece in the hallway, at the foot of the bed, or as a characterful element in the living room.
Selected with a focus on authentic materials, natural patina, and furniture with a history.
History & context — read more ▾
Shanxi in Northern China has a long tradition of handmade wooden furniture, often executed in robust constructions with a focus on function and durability. This bench is dated to around 1920 and clearly bears the marks of its age and previous life.
The characteristic construction and decorative carvings give the bench a distinct regional and handmade expression. The variations in the wood and the many traces of time are an essential part of its charm.
About the designer — read more ▾
The designer and original workshop are unknown. The bench was crafted using traditional Chinese techniques.
It is precisely this anonymous, handmade origin that gives the piece its authentic character and makes it a unique vintage find.
Details
Type: Antique Chinese bench
Maker: Unknown – traditional Chinese craftsmanship
Material: Elm wood
Origin: Shanxi, China
Period: Circa 1920
Dimensions
Height: approx. 48 cm
Width: approx. 129 cm
Depth: approx. 30 cm
Seat depth: approx. 14.5 cm
Condition
The bench presents with a beautiful, authentic patina and clear signs of age and previous use. Variations in the wood, marks, joints, and minor irregularities are a natural part of the furniture's history and contribute to its lively and characterful expression.
We always describe the condition as accurately as possible and the pictures are part of the description.
Minor signs of use and patina are a natural part of vintage items and contribute to their character and authenticity.
Please contact us for further information or additional pictures.
We offer delivery throughout Denmark.
Smaller items are sent by freight, while larger furniture is individually priced depending on size and delivery address.
Please contact us for a freight estimate, or read more here:
Read more about delivery & collection →
Collection in Stege is also possible by appointment.
We recommend gentle cleaning and care adapted to the material.
Avoid harsh chemicals to preserve the surface and patina.
→ See our guide to vintage furniture care
All items at NITUSH are hand-picked vintage finds. Items are pre-owned or vintage, unless otherwise stated.
Minor patina and signs of wear are a natural part of the item's history.
We strive to describe and display all items as accurately as possible – the pictures are therefore an important part of the description and should be reviewed carefully.
As many items are unique finds, exchanges are generally not offered.
Colors may be perceived differently depending on screen and lighting conditions, and may therefore deviate slightly from what is shown.
If you have any questions about the item, please do not hesitate to contact us.
A characterful antique Chinese bench with beautiful patina and a very special handmade expression.
This antique Chinese bench from Shanxi, dating to around 1920, is a beautiful example of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. The long, low shape combined with the warm, patinated wood gives the bench a calm and sculptural expression.
The decorative details in the construction, the visible joinery, and the lively wood surface tell the story of a piece of furniture that has lived a long life. The bench serves both as practical seating and as a decorative piece in the hallway, at the foot of the bed, or as a characterful element in the living room.
Selected with a focus on authentic materials, natural patina, and furniture with a history.
History & context — read more ▾
Shanxi in Northern China has a long tradition of handmade wooden furniture, often executed in robust constructions with a focus on function and durability. This bench is dated to around 1920 and clearly bears the marks of its age and previous life.
The characteristic construction and decorative carvings give the bench a distinct regional and handmade expression. The variations in the wood and the many traces of time are an essential part of its charm.
About the designer — read more ▾
The designer and original workshop are unknown. The bench was crafted using traditional Chinese techniques.
It is precisely this anonymous, handmade origin that gives the piece its authentic character and makes it a unique vintage find.
Details
Type: Antique Chinese bench
Maker: Unknown – traditional Chinese craftsmanship
Material: Elm wood
Origin: Shanxi, China
Period: Circa 1920
Dimensions
Height: approx. 48 cm
Width: approx. 129 cm
Depth: approx. 30 cm
Seat depth: approx. 14.5 cm
Condition
The bench presents with a beautiful, authentic patina and clear signs of age and previous use. Variations in the wood, marks, joints, and minor irregularities are a natural part of the furniture's history and contribute to its lively and characterful expression.
We always describe the condition as accurately as possible and the pictures are part of the description.
Minor signs of use and patina are a natural part of vintage items and contribute to their character and authenticity.
Please contact us for further information or additional pictures.
We offer delivery throughout Denmark.
Smaller items are sent by freight, while larger furniture is individually priced depending on size and delivery address.
Please contact us for a freight estimate, or read more here:
Read more about delivery & collection →
Collection in Stege is also possible by appointment.
We recommend gentle cleaning and care adapted to the material.
Avoid harsh chemicals to preserve the surface and patina.
→ See our guide to vintage furniture care
All items at NITUSH are hand-picked vintage finds. Items are pre-owned or vintage, unless otherwise stated.
Minor patina and signs of wear are a natural part of the item's history.
We strive to describe and display all items as accurately as possible – the pictures are therefore an important part of the description and should be reviewed carefully.
As many items are unique finds, exchanges are generally not offered.
Colors may be perceived differently depending on screen and lighting conditions, and may therefore deviate slightly from what is shown.
If you have any questions about the item, please do not hesitate to contact us.