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Industrial French Workbench, Solid Oak, Original Tools, Antique, 1900s

$7,350
£5,569.71
€6,491.77
CA$10,506.33
A$10,637.91
CHF 6,051.88
MX$129,284
NOK 71,536.22
SEK 71,160.41
DKK 48,527.57

About the Item

Workbench from the Alsace region of France. This exceptional workbench comes from a professional modeler’s or cabinetmaker’s workshop and once belonged to a modeler—an artisan working between wood and metal. This piece is made of solid wood, with a solid oak top that has been waxed and showcases a striking patina. It includes the original forged iron vices, as well as a basin for measuring and molding. Included with the bench is a small group of original tools, among them specialized plane irons, a cast iron modeling device, and a wooden square stamped “AL BRUCHER,” likely the name of the craftsman who once owned and used this set. Together, these elements form a cohesive and evocative ensemble—more than a single object, it is a preserved fragment of a working studio. A storage space below has a working lock and key. A beautiful and amazing feat of woodworking. Today, the piece transcends its utilitarian origins. It stands equally as a sculptural object, a functional console, or a collector’s artifact—imbued with history, material richness, and a quiet sense of permanence. This piece is in very nice antique condition with only wear consistent with age and use. The photos accurately depict the condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 101 in (256.54 cm)Depth: 29.25 in (74.3 cm)
  • Style:
    Industrial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This piece is in very nice antique condition with only wear consistent with age and use. The photos accurately depict the condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 25C121stDibs: LU859549682192

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