The price is for both the bench and single chair
A wonderfully unusual set of vintage folding theatre | church seats, comprising a single chair and a matching two seater bench, reimagined for contemporary living.
Crafted in warm, solid timber, the set carries a refined sculptural quality, with gently curved legs and clean, purposeful lines that nod to their practical origins while feeling surprisingly modern today.
Originally designed for communal spaces such as churches, halls, theatres, or reading rooms, these seats were made to be functional, durable, and easy to store, qualities that now make them wonderfully versatile in modern interiors. The seat bases lift upward, while the entire leg structure folds neatly beneath, allowing the pieces to be compactly stored against a wall, when not in use.
A particularly charming detail lies at the rear, where integrated storage pockets were originally intended for hymn books, programmes, or reading material. Today, they lend themselves beautifully to magazines, books, remotes or small everyday essentials, adding both character and practicality.
Equally suited to a reading nook, entrance hall, covered patio, studio or relaxed living space, this highly unusual set offers both conversation value and genuine everyday function, celebrating a thoughtful design once made for gathering, now reimagined for home living.
Condition:
The wooden frames have been lightly restored to bring warmth back to the timber, ensuring they do not have a over-restored feel, while the seating and backrests are upholstered in a richly textured charcoal fabric still in great condition.
Dimensions:
Bench: 104cm W x 57cm D x 85cm H (Seat height 45cm H)
Chair: 54cm W x 57cm D x 85cm H (Seat height 45cm H)
Shipping Information:
If you are purchasing an item and you are based in Cape Town, Durban, or any area outside Gauteng, please select the 'LOCAL PICK-UP' option at check-out and do not choose a shipment option.
Please be aware that we cannot reserve any items until transportation or shipping arrangements have been finalized. Therefore, it is important to purchase the item and proceed with the checkout process.
After your purchase is complete, you are welcome to arrange your own method of transport. If you require our assistance, we can help you obtain a shipping quote based on the dimensions & volumetric weight of the item(s) you have bought.
Please email us at shop@retrend.co.za so we can provide cost estimates for shipping to your area from our preferred suppliers. For more detailed information, please refer to our shipping policy.
Note/Disclaimer:
Our images form part of the item description. While we make every effort to restore our furniture to its original state, most pieces date from the 1950s to the late 1970s. As a result, and despite restoration, signs of their vintage nature and previous life may still be visible. Light traces of restoration may remain visible, consistent with authentic vintage furniture. In some cases, minor adjustments may also have been made during the restoration process to ensure the piece remains functional and usable. We will point out any notable aspects where possible. We encourage in-store viewing or careful review of photographs before purchase.
Transport & Handling Note:
All items are carefully wrapped and prepared for transport by us (not the courier) to ensure safe handling. Once items leave our premises, we cannot take responsibility for their treatment by third-party transporters. We strongly recommend arranging goods-in-transit insurance for comprehensive protection.
Due to the fragility of glass, we do not recommend shipping glass items outside of Gauteng.
For the full shipping policy, please refer to our Shipping Policy for more information: https://retrend.co.za/policies/shipping-policy