An incredible 18th Century Catalan bench with a fantastic time worn appearance and rich patina. Made of poplar wood, with pegged tenon joints, this bench is as 'Primitive' as it gets, with ancient repairs including the charming and crude replacement back leg, which appears to be nothing more than a hand shape tree branch. The arms and top have been beautifully worn, giving it a smooth and polished appearance. The detail to the sides and slats is fantastic for a piece of vernacular furniture that is well over 200 years old. In an honest and untouched condition, the bench has a very slight wobble due to time aged shrinkage and having pegged, not glued joints, however it is not at all an issue and perfectly usable as it is. It's absolutely stunning, and quite frankly ought to be in a museum.