Robert Prenzel (1866-1941), a blackwood settle, circa 1904-1909 the rectangular back inscribed with the Latin motto Pax Huic Domui - Peace be to this house - above a gryphon frieze, stylised scroll arms and a hinged seat, the front and sides carved with water lily panels, ink mark Robt. Prenzel / city road / south Yarra / European Labour Only to the underside of the base, replaced bun feet, 135 x 128.5 x 54.5 cm