This light rattan bench, sourced secondhand, adds a soft, country-style touch. Its generous seat comfortably accommodates two people, while its seat height makes it perfect for a conservatory, bedroom, or elegant entryway. Its rattan construction gives it a natural look, easily paired with vintage linens, a wooden coffee table, or a few textured cushions. It fits just as well at the end of a table as it does as an occasional piece in a living room, creating a reading nook or a spot to drop a jacket. As a secondhand piece, it carries the history of its past: a few signs of wear and tear.
Width: 118 cm
Depth: 63 cm
Height: 79 cm
Seat height: 40 cm
Seat width: 100 cm
Seat depth: 53 cm
A short history of the bench
Appearing in the 17th century, the "banquette" is the elegant, upholstered version of the bench, designed for high-society salons. 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 now fits into a boudoir or vintage aesthetic and remains the ideal piece to furnish a window area or entryway.
