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Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)


Reverse painted in true artisan style, this beautiful bench makes a stunning, original statement in any decor. A great match for this bench is our Reverse Painted Wooden Chest which shares the same design, catalog number 421093.

  • Handcrafted in Lima, Peru using traditional techniques
  • Unique, reverse glass painting process gives the piece a truly artistic look
  • Piece measures 19 inches high x 17 inches wide x 37 inches long
Story behind the art: Mr. Velasquez started his job as a carpenter with his father in his own house. He has learned from his father how to work with wood and leather. In the 70's the furniture with carved leather was very famous. In the 80's Mr. Velasquez opened his own small factory and started with the export business, but still kept the leather furniture line. Since starting work with Overstock they have opened a new furniture line. The combination of glass and painting included in the furniture give us a very good result. After a year the factory was to small to attain all orders. So they found a new factory with a better location. Now working with 30 employees, they have their own oven for drying the wood. They are very happy that Overstock gave us the possibility to grow up and give him a better life quality.The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.

Average Customer Rating: 4.43 out of 5 4.4 out of 5
64 of 68 (94%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Review 21 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
A very good buy, November 14, 2007
By Josie2003 from Fairfield California
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Workmanship: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"This is a good buy. It's unique and very useful wherever you place it in any part of the house. It is attractive . No assembly needed. No tax, and just a dollar shipping cost. Thank you., Overstock."

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Review 22 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Nice at first, then poor quality, October 13, 2007
By trdem from Connecticut
Value: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Appearance: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Workmanship: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I really liked this piece when we first got it. It seemed sturdy and I liked the colors. However, within a few months, the paint/veneer began to pull away from the frame of the wood. The entire top edges (around the cushion) are all bubbled. The piece looks as if it had gotten wet somehow (which, to my knowledge, it has not). Also, from the day it arrived, the inside has a horrible odor."

1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Review 23 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Bench, August 27, 2007
By Fabi from New York
Value: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Appearance: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5
Workmanship: 1 out of 5 1 out of 5

"One corners on the bench is like it broke and they fixed ad the last minute, they didn't even use the same paint color."

1 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Review 24 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Damage, August 17, 2007
By VT11
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Workmanship: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"The arm had damage on it. Indentations on the right arm. Otherwise it was a very nice item and fits well in the setting I have put it."

Review 25 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Looks good, August 12, 2007
By SPreview
Value: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Appearance: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Workmanship: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"The only issue was the packaging was bad and so the sides were damaged. Its a great bench for the entryway to sit and wear your shoes etc. I like the colors/pattern on the doors but the maroon color of the cushion and the cloth used is not that great. I'm going to make a cover for it.
Its pretty to look at. The wood is more blackish and the pattern more maroon than orange
"


Review 26 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Cool Item, August 3, 2007
By Dondoola from Bloomfield, MI
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Workmanship: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"There was some minor damage on the back corners, and the seat cushion is a bit cheap, but overall it's a great piece for the price."

Review 27 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Well made, BUT, August 3, 2007
By admack from Boston
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Workmanship: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"This is a well made, sturdy and handsome piece of furniture. One big complaint - it smells like ant [or bug] spray and I had to air it out for 4 or 5 days before I could put it in by bedroom. It still retains a residual odor, which I hope will go away over time. That is the only negative to this piece. Other than that it is amazingly well made and beautiful addition to any home."

Review 28 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
My impression of the reverse painted bench, July 19, 2007
By plumfairy from Fullerton, CA
Value: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Appearance: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Workmanship: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"The bench is a good looking bench. The color is vibrant. The style is also unique. The item came with some damage at the right hand corner at the back on the wood part. I believe it is damaged from shipping, but every reviewers mentioned the damage with the piece so it is not clear if the damage came from the manufacture. Since it is at the back against the wall, I did not choose to return.

The only unsatisfaction is that the bench is rather small, it is almost minature size. With that in mind, I thought the price of the item is rather high for its value.
"


Review 29 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
peru bench, July 15, 2007
By anitagram from seattle
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Workmanship: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"very nice bench. looks just like the picture except the cusion is more red than orange... arrived fully assembled with a small dent in the top right rear corner. I think it adds a bit of character to it. Very sturdy. Perfect for my entry way. And I have saved so much money in the past 2 years by being a member. okay then, happy shopping!"

Review 30 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
the cushion is purplish red!!!, July 13, 2007
By zalles from katy, tx
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Workmanship: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"after reading the reviews for a month, a finally decided to buy this bench..just as everyone said it has some minor nicks althought it came perfectly packed, therefore i believed they were made in the place of origin...the smell of the paint can be a bit overwhelming, but easily taken care of by leaving the doors open and letting it air out for the night...the one thing that i was disappointed on its the color of the cushion, it's an purplish red....well i took care of that by just leaving the cushion out, it actually looks more of a seat if u do this...just perfect for what i need...overall its a good product..a keeper.."

Review 31 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
No complaints here..., July 4, 2007
By Katwmn1 from Eastern WA
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Workmanship: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"After reading the other reviews, I knew to expect a red cushion. The packing was pristine upon arrival, no mars on the wood, basically a very nice piece that goes well in my bedroom. Great value."

Review 32 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Reverse painted bench with cushion, July 1, 2007
By amp528 from Colorado
Value: 2 out of 5 2 out of 5
Appearance: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Workmanship: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Overall, the bench is fine and has some endearing qualities. The wood is very soft and bruises easliy. I think it is a bit over priced for the quality."

Review 33 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Great accent to a room, June 30, 2007
By pedro8867 from Lexington, KY
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Workmanship: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Most colors in my home are earth tones, browns greens, black and some white trim. So this was a great way to start adding color to a room."

Review 34 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Bench Color, June 17, 2007
By treehugger71 from Clarkston, Wa
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Workmanship: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5

"The product was of excellent quality; the only thing that we were disappointed in was the color of the cushion. It came across as orange on our computer which we wanted. When it arrived it was more of a maroon color. Your representative contacted the manufacturer and that was the only color they had."

Review 35 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
unique, June 15, 2007
By Alistshopper from New Orleans, La
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Workmanship: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Ver nice, no assembly required. There was a chip on the top right side but still a nice buy overall."

Review 36 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Gorgeous, June 13, 2007
By vfpkgt from Florida

"I bought this for a reading nook in my bedroom and it is perfect for the spot. It was well packaged and it arrived with no damage at all. I also purchased the matching side table/night stand, which is also gorgeous and in perfect condition."

Review 37 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru), May 23, 2007
By madmaxie from Philadelphia, PA
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Workmanship: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"It is wonderful, beautiful piece of furniture. The colors
match everything in my living room. I have dark chocolate leather sofas and this bench looks great under my bay window.
It came assembled and there was no damage. If you are looking for an accent piece of furniture, this bench is the one to buy.
"


Review 38 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Great bench, May 15, 2007
By JudyJudyJudy from Miami

"Our living space is so small that every inch must count and storage space is at a premium. We needed a bench for the foot of the bed and could not afford to have one without storage.
This bench fits the bill. It is very attractive though there are some small, damaged areas on two corners. I plan to sand and repair myself. I was very pleased that it was put together and I simply removed it from its box and put it in place.
Some of the reviewers said the color was more red than orange and I was very pleased since one of my accent colors is paprika/burnt orange. It works beautifully.
"


Review 39 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Peruvian Reverse Painted Bench, May 6, 2007
By funnysunshinegirl from Heathrow, FL
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Workmanship: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I love this bench! It is very unique and beautiful. The colors on the doors are vivid and add beautiful color to my entryway. It came fully assembled which was a bonus! The only thing wrong with it is a small amount of damage to the left top corner that I assume happened during shipping. I would definately recomend it!"

Review 40 for Reverse Painted Bench with Cushion (Peru)

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Overall a good bench, April 29, 2007
By MHWU from Hayward, CA
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Workmanship: 3 out of 5 3 out of 5
Ease of Assembly: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"I was worried about the quality when ordering. It arrived with peeling paint on the back top, and some bubbling paint (water damage?) on the right. Since it was already out of the box, and I did not want to go through the trouble returning it. My guests actually think these "damages" are part of the character of the "Aging" design of the bench... Overall, it is a great looking bench and I love the strong color."

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