{"product_id":"italian-art-nouveau-wood-burl-bench-with-hand-painted-floral-motifs-1920s","title":"Italian Art Nouveau Wood + Burl Bench with Hand-Painted Floral Motifs, 1920s","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Italian Art Nouveau bench from the 1910s–1920s, crafted in solid wood with richly figured burl panels and hand-painted floral detailing throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silhouette is structured and architectural, softened by stylized floral motifs running across the backrest in warm gilt and painted tones. The influence of Viennese Secessionist design is especially visible in the balance between geometry and decorative detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe burl wood carries a deep tonal variation throughout, giving warmth and movement to the grounded silhouette. Tall corner posts frame the structure, while the leather seat introduces another layer of texture against the polished wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeneath the seat, concealed storage compartments reflect the practical detailing often found in early 20th century European furniture, where utility was worked quietly into the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough substantial in form, the bench carries a distinctly collected feel—as though made for a particular interior. Placed within an entryway, beside a dining table, or layered into a hallway, it functions as both seating and decorative object.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"South Loop Loft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52133049073975,"sku":null,"price":8000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0135\/0967\/files\/rMjqGZ6_MpD4WqY7lk-L_uddzHy0vC-gM-xFtLfllqQ.jpg?v=1779374403","url":"https:\/\/thesouthlooploft.com\/products\/italian-art-nouveau-wood-burl-bench-with-hand-painted-floral-motifs-1920s","provider":"South Loop Loft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}