Late 19th c. Scrubbed Carpenter's Workbench c.1880-1900

ABOUT Perfect to use as a bar or console. An original scrubbed carpenter's workbench with two wooden screw vises and large inlay tray on the back used to house larger tools. There are 10 "dogs" spaced along the width of the front. Pegs were placed in the dogs to hold a piece into place while the carpenter was working on it. Wrap around metal near the left vice. Large dovetail joints on each side. The base can be completely broken down by removing the 4 slotted pegs on each leg. The piece is structurally sound and has retained the naturally distressed look of an industrial piece of this kind. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1880-1900. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Maple, Pine Base. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Vice on the right is not engaged and doesn't wind out. Handles on the vices have been replaced. DIMENSIONS H 31 in. x D 36 in. (main body 24 in) W 82.5 in. HISTORY A workbench is essentially a table fitted with various holding devices, such as benchs