Description

Up for auction is a beautiful vintage wrought iron courting bench, also classicly known as a Tête-à-Tête, conversation bench, or kiss-me-quick settee. Characterized by its elegant, flowing S-shape configuration, this historical furniture design allows two individuals to sit facing opposite directions while remaining side-by-side to easily engage in intimate conversation. This romantic style originates from 19th-century Victorian parlor design and translates beautifully into an eye-catching, functional accent piece for a formal garden, brick patio, front porch, or sunroom.

The bench showcases exceptional craftsmanship, featuring an intricate, lightweight visual profile built from heavy-duty, solid wrought iron. The supportive seats display a stylized radial sunburst pattern of iron rods that matches the circular theme of the frame. Rising up from the seats are beautiful, open-work backrests framed by a repeating gothic arch design, accented by delicate faux-bamboo texture detailing along the upper structural rails. The ends of the bench are capped with graceful, hand-formed iron scrollwork flourishes, demonstrating a high level of artistic metalwork.

Engineered to endure the elements, this sturdy settee is supported by traditional slender iron legs terminating in protective button feet to prevent sinking into lawns or scratching delicate deck surfaces. It currently features a classic satin black finish with an authentic, vintage aged character. The surface exhibits a light, natural weathering and minor paint distressing that collectors highly desire, adding a sense of timeless history and rustic charm that new, mass-produced reproductions simply cannot replicate.

Measurements & Specifications:

• Item Type: S-Shaped Courting Bench (Tête-à-Tête Settee)
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• Material: Heavy-Duty Solid Wrought Iron
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• Overall Dimensions: 48" Length x 24" Depth x 36" Height
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• Style: Classical Victorian / Gothic Garden Revival
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• Condition: Great vintage condition. Structurally rock solid with all iron welds fully intact. Exhibits light surface weathering and localized minor paint wear consistent with age and outdoor enjoyment, lending it a gorgeous, authentic estate character. ** Please note all items are "as-is where-is" **

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• ***PLEASE Note that this piece of furniture is located in a backyard. It will require multiple people to move this heavy piece of wrought iron furniture. Legacy cannot be responsible for moving  this furniture.***

Terms and Conditions

1. All items are sold where is, as is.

2. Once payment is completed for item(s) won, the ability to schedule a pick-up time will become available. Scheduling a pick-up time is required.

3. There will be a $20 fee assessed per item not picked up at that time that will be collected prior to bidding again at our auctions. Unlike retail, we do not have the option to store your item. If the item is larger than a standard suitcase (22" x 14" x 10"), we will charge $50 to the card on file per item to move the item.

4. Please plan accordingly as items not picked up are considered "abandoned". Do not bid if you cant pick up this day.

5. You are responsible for ensuring you collect all items at pickup.

6. Legacy uses "Popcorn" or "Extended" bidding. This means if a bid comes in at the last second, it is extended 3 minutes. This is like a live auctioneer saying, "going once" to ensure all bids are exhausted prior to closing.

7. We charge a 12% flat buyers premium on all items.

8. We charge KY State Tax with the exception of vehicles which is collected at the DMV.

9. You must bring help to pickup any items. We can recommend movers upon request. Also, please bring tools for items that require disassembly.

10. Please read our complete terms and conditions for additional details.