Papillion III is built for anyone who wants dining seating with real sculptural presence. Its solid wood seat, cut with a natural live edge, sits atop a matte-black iron base inspired by the curve of a butterfly's wings. Whether extending a dining table or anchoring an entryway, Papillion III brings warmth and organic shape to the room.
The wood and iron are both finished with an NC lacquer, sealing the surface to resist everyday stains and water marks so the bench holds up to daily meals and foot traffic. The blonde finish lets the wood's natural grain variation show through, meaning no two benches read exactly alike. Removable legs and a solid-iron base rated to 260 pounds keep the bench sturdy for real seating while simplifying shipping and setup.
Papillion III ships in two boxes with the wood seat, iron base, and hardware, including a wrench, included; assembly takes about two people and 15 minutes to complete, with full instructions available as a PDF download. Mercana backs the bench with a 90-day product warranty for residential use, and because it is a hand-made, solid wood design, gentle variation in grain and finish between individual benches is expected.