Name/Title
Oak hall tree and bench with carved mirror frame and hinged seat, c. 1900sEntry/Object ID
2012.40.73Description
Accession No. 12.40.73
Subject Category: Household/ Furniture
Date or Period: c. 1900s
Object: Hall tree, with bench
Description: Combination hall tree and bench in dark stain oak. Upper section includes an oval shaped frame of bevel plate glass. The mirror is flanked by cast iron coat and hat hooks, which have evidence of a gilded finish. Above the mirror is an applied carving, while below is an open panel with three lathe turnings. The box-like seat has a hinged panel, that when lifted exposes a storage area for shoes, etc. The bench has projected curved armrests for the seat.
Size: D-16 x W-33 1/2 x H 80 inches.
History of Object: Combination hall tree and bench owned by the Fenn family of 2038 Alameda Ave. from 1922-2012.
Acquired From: Elizabeth Anne Cate
Date: 5/18/2012