2nd quarter 18th century, New England. The pine rectangular bench in red crusty paint with hinged plank seat opening to a simple divided well. Each side with down-swept arm, some mustard trim evident beneath the seat board. SIZE: 30″ h (at back) x 47-1/2″ l x 17″ d. CONDITION: Bottom board reversed at one time, sides with stable old age splits, bottom board with dry rot areas now stable, and with age commensurate wear and abrasions. Good over all. 51859-4 (3,000-5,000)