Lacquered wooden bench, Veneto, first half of the 18th century

Lacquered wooden bench, Veneto, first half of the 18th century Dimensions: cm L 156 x H 138 x D 35.5. Seat height without cushion 47 cm, with cushion 53 cm Price: private negotiation Item accompanied by our certificate of authenticity This elegant bench was made in the Veneto region, in lacquered wood, in the first half of the 18th century. The piece strikes with its luminosity, achieved through a light color palette with delicate tones and a rich trompe-l'oeil painted decoration in an architectural style, simulating marble partitions, shaped frames, and flowing volutes in a Baroque taste. The surfaces are enlivened by polychrome floral motifs, skillfully integrated to lighten and embellish the ensemble. The shaped structure and the undulating profile of the backrest give the bench a strong scenic presence, making it suitable both as functional furniture and as a highly impactful decorative element. The seat is liftable, allowing access to a small internal storage compartment, equipped with a lock, a practical solution typical of 18th-century chests. The bench is accompanied by a velvet cushion, which enhances its use as seating and increases its comfort. Overall, a piece of furniture with great charm and pictorial quality, an expression of the Venetian tradition of 18th-century lacquering, ideal for collectors and for refined, classic, or eclectic interiors. Thanks to its balanced proportions, compact size, and the striking luminosity of the lacquer, the bench can be placed in entrances, living rooms, or bedrooms, where it can serve both a storage and decorative function, becoming an elegant focal point within the space.