First Half 18th Century, Italian Lacquered Wood Bench

First Half 18th Century, Italian Lacquered Wood Bench
Dimensions: L 156 cm x H 138 cm x D 35.5 cm; Seat height without cushion 47 cm, with cushion 53 cm

This elegant bench was made in the Veneto region (Italy), in lacquered wood, during the first half of the 18th century. The piece stands out for its brightness, achieved through a light and delicate color palette, enriched by a rich trompe-l’œil decoration of architectural taste, simulating marble panels, molded frames, and flowing baroque-style volutes. The surfaces are enlivened by polychrome floral motifs, skillfully integrated to lighten and enhance the overall effect.
The shaped structure and the undulating profile of the backrest give the bench a strong visual presence, making it suitable both as a functional piece of furniture and as a decorative element of striking impact.
The seat lifts to reveal a small internal storage compartment, fitted with a lock — a practical solution typical of 18th-century storage benches. The bench comes with a velvet cushion, enhancing its use as seating and increasing comfort.
Overall, this is a piece of great charm and pictorial quality, expressing the Venetian tradition of 18th-century lacquer work, ideal for collectors and refined interiors, whether classic or eclectic. Thanks to its balanced proportions, compact size, and the pronounced brightness of the lacquer, the bench can be placed in entryways, living rooms, or bedrooms, where it serves both as storage and as a decorative feature, becoming an elegant focal point within the space.