Red Lacquer Gate Bench

This low, early 20th century gate bench would have originally resided in the courtyard of a Qing-dynasty home to provide much-needed outdoor seating on hot summer days. The bench is designed in a classical Ming style, with a floating panel top, simple spandrels, and round legs linked by double stretchers. Cloaked in a layer of brilliant red lacquer, the petite bench has a striking presence that works seamlessly into any interior.