Station Seat, London & North Eastern Railway

Station Seat, London & North Eastern Railway

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Waiting room seat, London & North Eastern Railway, wooden pew type bench, ex Royal Waiting Room, Wolferton.

The railways have always provided benches and seats for passengers waiting for their train to arrive. Styles of seating have changed over the years. Some reflect the company’s aesthetic; others helpfully show the station’s name. The type of seating chosen and its location, can reflect practical considerations such as station space and the benches’ durability and comfort.

Details

Category:
Railway Furniture
Object Number:
1986-7959
Materials:
oak (wood)
Measurements:
overall: 1120 mm x 640 mm x 2480 mm,
type:
station seat
credit:
Jennings, D.