Antique Victorian Adjustable X Form Piano Bench L. Postawka Boston, Usa 1870s

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An exceptional antique Victorian piano bench manufactured by L. Postawka & Co. of Boston, Massachusetts, dating to the 1870s and … Read more An exceptional antique Victorian piano bench manufactured by L. Postawka & Co. of Boston, Massachusetts, dating to the 1870s and featuring the firm’s patented adjustable X-form base. Designed around Louis Postawka’s innovative elevating mechanism, this bench exemplifies the fine craftsmanship and inventive engineering of the late 19th century.

Constructed from solid wood with elegant turned stretchers and graceful intersecting supports, the bench adjusts in height through its original hand-turned wooden screw mechanism, allowing for smooth operation while serving as both a practical musician’s bench and a sophisticated accent piece. The bench is believed to retain its antique striped woven upholstery, which beautifully complements the rich dark wood and enhances its authentic period character.

Equally at home as a piano bench, vanity stool, hallway seat, or occasional bench, this versatile piece complements Victorian, Eastlake, Renaissance Revival, English Country, Traditional, Dark Academia, Gothic Revival, and Ralph Lauren-inspired interiors. Its sculptural X-form silhouette also pairs beautifully with collected, layered interiors where antique craftsmanship takes center stage.

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* Antique Victorian piano bench
* Manufactured by L. Postawka & Co., Boston, Massachusetts
* 1870s patented design
* Original adjustable wooden screw elevating mechanism
* Sculptural X-form base
* Solid wood construction
* Believed to retain its antique striped woven upholstery
* Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with its age
* Fully functional and ready for everyday use

Dimensions:

* Width: 22 in
* Depth: 16 in
* Height: 18.5 in See less