Bench

Artist Penitentes (Hispanic New Mexico) Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado, founded 19th century

Dateca. 1860

Mediumpine

Dimensions14 × 23 1/2 × 13 1/4 in. (35.6 × 59.7 × 33.7 cm)

ClassificationsFurnishings

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Endero Chavez

Object numberPC1975.55.38

DescriptionThis handcrafted bench was made in Encenada, New Mexico. The bench is made from rough, unsanded pieces of wood, thoughtfully nailed together. Two upside-down V shaped wooden panels serve as supports for the seat, while two separate wooden panels connect each pair of opposite legs. The top surface panel has two supporting panels nailed along each long side, as the main piece of wood is cracked and damaged. Various other pieces of wood are nailed to the underside of the bench for added support.

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