PAIR OF ROCOCO CAST-IRON GARDEN BENCHES.

Second half 19th century, American. Each bench with scrolling floral crest above a pierced back panel, cast with C-scrolled trelliswork. Each arm with scrolling rails continuing to hand grips, each cast with floral spray above foliate C-scrolls centering a trapezoidal seat cast with scrolling foliate vinery above a foliate frieze, raised on cabriole outswept molded legs, cast with floral pendants and sabots. NOTE: This pattern is often referred to as “Rose Garden”, as they are identical to a pair of garden benches located in the Rose Garden at the White House. SIZE: 36″ h (to back), 17″ h (at seat) x 46″ w (overall). CONDITION: Good condition, painted surface shows normal wear and discoloration due to weathering. NOTE: Crest rails show reinforcing in the pattern before casting, at points where these benches commonly developed cracks, showing an improvement to the original pattern. 50839-5 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 3158

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3158	$2,370.00	PAIR OF ROCOCO CAST-IRON GARDEN BENCHES. Second half 19th century, American. Each bench with scrolling floral crest above a pierced back panel, cast with C-scrolled trelliswork. Each arm with scrolling rails continuing to hand grips, each cast with floral spray above foliate C-scrolls centering a trapezoidal seat cast with scrolling foliate vinery above a foliate frieze, raised on cabriole outswept molded legs, cast with floral pendants and sabots. NOTE: This pattern is often referred to as “Rose Garden”, as they are identical to a pair of garden benches located in the Rose Garden at the White House. SIZE: 36″ h (to back), 17″ h (at seat) x 46″ w (overall). CONDITION: Good condition, painted surface shows normal wear and discoloration due to weathering. NOTE: Crest rails show reinforcing in the pattern before casting, at points where these benches commonly developed cracks, showing an improvement to the original pattern. 50839-5 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 3158 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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PAIR OF ROCOCO CAST-IRON GARDEN BENCHES.