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Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Pleased to offer a nice Arts and Crafts quarter sawn oak love seat. This Harden piece retains its original finish.
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

Antique Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden
Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden
H 38.25 in W 48.5 in D 23 in
Settle Bench Rustic American Entryway Furniture Bench Classic American Bench
Located in Rochester, NY
This bench is a must have with its knotted wood slatted back in a scalloped form with two scroll arms and complete with red and white plaid upholstery and pillows. The whole is raise...
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Late 19th Century Unknown American Classical Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Box Settle
Located in London, England
Pine box settle with hinged lid in repainted finish. Circa 1900. H 98cm x W 201cm x D 50cm
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Early 1900s Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Box Settle
Box Settle
H 38.59 in W 79.14 in D 19.69 in
Antique Period Paine Furniture "Lifetime" A&C Settle Stickley era, W8048 SALE
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
in MI in the early 1900s. The settle is marked as picture. WE DEAL ONLY WITH FERIOD FURNITURE, No
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

Oak hall settle
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak hall settle the carved panelled back, flanked by scrolling arms. To the lift-up seat with a
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Early 20th Century British Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Oak hall settle
Oak hall settle
H 42.5 in W 49 in D 21 in
Swedish Painted Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 19th century Swedish painted settle. Old paint, 1890. Seat height 16.5" Dimensions
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

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Pine

Antique Swedish Painted Settle
Swedish Painted Settle
H 29.5 in W 64.5 in D 28 in
Georgian Ash Bacon Settle
Located in London, GB
A George III bacon settle, previously in the collection of noted businessman Charles Harold St John
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

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Ash

Antique Georgian Ash Bacon Settle
Georgian Ash Bacon Settle
H 79.14 in W 54.93 in D 25.79 in
Oak Panel Back Settle
Located in Woodbury, CT
Four shaped panels comprise the back of this antique settle dating to the era of George III. The
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18th Century British George III Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

Antique Oak Panel Back Settle
Oak Panel Back Settle
H 43.5 in W 72 in D 29 in
C19th Carved oak Settle
Located in London, GB
A Charming C19th Carved Oak Settle/Bench Carved on Both Ends Lovely Grain and Colour Storage
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique C19th Carved oak Settle
C19th Carved oak Settle
H 55.12 in W 43.31 in D 18.12 in
18th Century English Settle
Located in Cirencester, GB
We sourced this handsome panelled oak settle from The Old House, Aspley Guise, Bedfordshire. Early
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

18th Century English Settle
18th Century English Settle
H 42.33 in W 77.56 in D 22.84 in
Traditional Pine Settle Bench
Located in Hudson, NY
A traditional settle bench made of pine. Made at the turn of the century, rectangular panels, clean
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Early 20th Century Unknown Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Traditional Pine Settle Bench
Traditional Pine Settle Bench
H 49 in W 89 in D 25 in
Antique Irish Settle Bench
Located in Hudson, NY
An Irish settle bench made of pine from the mid 1800’s. Effortlessly cool with a tons of storage
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Mid-19th Century Northern Irish Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Irish Settle Bench
Antique Irish Settle Bench
H 72.25 in W 75 in D 37 in
Chip Carved Settle Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
A settle bench with solid arched back and shaped wings, having lift top bench seat revealing
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1910s Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Birch

Chip Carved Settle Bench
Chip Carved Settle Bench
H 42 in W 47.5 in D 18.5 in
Narrow English Storage Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Useful narrow English pine storage settle. Very good colour. 1890. Seat height is 18 inches
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Narrow English Storage Settle
Narrow English Storage Settle
H 30.5 in W 80 in D 14 in
Antique Pine Settle Bench
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Antique pine settle bench Size 59”w x 19”d x 30”h Solid and sturdy, great for an entry or any
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Early 19th Century Primitive Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Pine Settle Bench
Antique Pine Settle Bench
H 30 in W 59 in D 19 in
Carved Oak Hall Settle
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th century carved oak hall settle, with panelled back depicting Merlion and scrolling relief
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Late 19th Century British Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

Carved Oak Hall Settle
Carved Oak Hall Settle
H 45 in W 60 in D 19 in
Carved Oak Hall Settle
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak hall settle the carved three-paneled back with figures of knights enclosed by lion armrests. To
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Late 19th Century British Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Carved Oak Hall Settle
Carved Oak Hall Settle
H 37.5 in W 50 in D 17.5 in
18th Century Oak Settle
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th century Oak settle / bench the high back with five arched fielded oak panels flanked by down
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1780s British Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

18th Century Oak Settle
18th Century Oak Settle
H 39 in W 72.75 in D 26 in
Painted Austrian Settle Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C painted Austrian settle bench. 1880. Seat height is 21". Dimensions 82 inches (208
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19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

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Pine

Painted Austrian Settle Bench
Painted Austrian Settle Bench
H 38 in W 82 in D 22 in
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Unique original painted pine carved Austrian settle bench. 1820. Seat height is 19
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19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle
H 31.5 in W 76 in D 13.5 in
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C original painted Austrian settle bench. 1870. Seat height is 17". Dimensions 75
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19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

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Beech, Pine

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle
H 30.5 in W 75 in D 15 in
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C original painted Austrian settle bench. 1820. Seat height is 17.5". Dimensions
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19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle
H 30.5 in W 67 in D 15 in
Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very good early 19th C Austrian fruitwood settle bench. 1820. Seat height is 19.5
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19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

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Fruitwood

Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench
Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench
H 33.5 in W 74.5 in D 19 in
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good early 19th C Austrian original painted settle bench. 1820. Measure: Seat height is 17.5
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19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

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Pine

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle
H 29.5 in W 73.5 in D 17 in
Biedermeier Settle Sofa Quilted Golden Birch Swedish, 19th Century Couch Settle
Located in Lewes, England
Beautiful and very unusual 19th century Swedish antique Biedermeier settle sofa in top grade
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Settle Furniture

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Mahogany

18th Century Catalan Settle Bench
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An 18th Century primitive Catalan settle bench with warm tones and fabulous patina. Made from large
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Late 18th Century Spanish Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

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Walnut

18th Century Catalan Settle Bench
18th Century Catalan Settle Bench
H 68.51 in W 78.75 in D 23.63 in
19th Century Bleached Chestnut Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th century continental scrubbed and naturally bleached chestnut settle with nice wear. 1880
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19th Century European Antique Settle Furniture

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Chestnut

19th Century Bleached Chestnut Settle
19th Century Bleached Chestnut Settle
H 31.5 in W 73.5 in D 24.5 in
19th Century Swedish Pine Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th century Swedish settle with a lovely worn faded timber finish. 1840. Seat height is 20
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19th Century Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Pine Settle
19th Century Swedish Pine Settle
H 33.5 in W 88 in D 20.5 in
English Painted High Back Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 19th C English high back settle with a funky original paint finish. 1880. Seat height is
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

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Pine

English Painted High Back Settle
English Painted High Back Settle
H 41.5 in W 89.5 in D 21 in
18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1790 18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle sku 1841 W155 x D50 x H89 cm Weight 31 kg Seat
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18th Century Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle
18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle
H 35.04 in W 61.03 in D 19.69 in
18th Century Spanish Painted Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th century Spanish painted pine settle with a drop down table. 1780. Seat height is 24
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18th Century Spanish Antique Settle Furniture

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Pine

18th Century Carved Oak Settle
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality elaborately carved 18th century oak settle, with flanking arms and
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19th Century English Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

18th Century Carved Oak Settle
18th Century Carved Oak Settle
H 54.34 in W 51.58 in D 20.48 in
West Country Oak Bacon Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th C West Country oak bacon settle on an angled corner. Wonderful colour. 1760. Seat
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18th Century English George III Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

West Country Oak Bacon Settle
West Country Oak Bacon Settle
H 75 in W 77 in D 37.5 in
18th Century English Oak Settle
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th century English oak settle with a high back. Unusual format of five fielded panels at the back
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18th Century Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

18th Century English Oak Settle
18th Century English Oak Settle
H 42.92 in W 70.08 in D 20.08 in
An Interesting Limed Back Settle
Located in Pewsey, GB
An Interesting Limed back settle, constructed with 18thc Coffer pieces with later pieces and all
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Late 18th Century British Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

An Interesting Limed Back Settle
An Interesting Limed Back Settle
H 136 in W 114 in D 44 in
18th Century Spanish Pine Settle
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb 18th century settle in pine. With shapely curved arms and a high backrest featuring three
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Mid-18th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Settle Furniture

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Pine

18th Century Spanish Pine Settle
18th Century Spanish Pine Settle
H 53.15 in W 74.81 in D 16.93 in
18th Century English Oak Settle
Located in High Point, NC
18th century oak settle from England with a wonderfully hand carved decorated and paneled back and
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18th Century English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Oak Settle
18th Century English Oak Settle
H 50 in W 50 in D 20.5 in
Victorian Oak Hall Bench Carved Settle
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Finely carved oak hall bench or settle circa 1890 The bench opens to form a generous storage space
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1890s Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

Late 18th Century Georgian Elm Settle
Located in Middleburg, VA
Late 18th Century Georgian Elm Settle. Designed to avoid the wintry drafts. Decorative shaped ends
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Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

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Wood, Elm

English 18th Century Oak Settle Bench
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A circa 1780 English oak settle or bench of stately carved details. With a finely paneled back of
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18th Century English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

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Textile, Natural Fiber, Oak

English 18th Century Oak Settle Bench
English 18th Century Oak Settle Bench
H 39.88 in W 72.25 in D 26.25 in
Pair of French Bleached Oak Settles
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good pair of 19th C French bleached oak settles. 1890. Seat height is 19 inches. Reference: 8476
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19th Century French Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

Pair of French Bleached Oak Settles
Pair of French Bleached Oak Settles
H 39 in W 41.5 in D 19 in
18th Century West Country Tavern Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Narrow 18th C West Country tavern settle with old paint and a lovely worn surface. 1780. Seat
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18th Century English George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Elm, Pine

18th Century West Country Tavern Settle
18th Century West Country Tavern Settle
H 49.5 in W 63 in D 18.5 in
19th Century Heavil Carved Oak Settle
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a very good quality 19th century continental heavily carved oak settle, with a scroll
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19th Century Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Heavil Carved Oak Settle
19th Century Heavil Carved Oak Settle
H 54.73 in W 67.33 in D 21.66 in
Georgian Oak Settle Bench, circa 1780
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
18th century Welsh oak settle with nailhead trimmed upholstered seat, four fielded panels to the
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18th Century Welsh Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

Georgian Oak Settle Bench, circa 1780
Georgian Oak Settle Bench, circa 1780
H 44.5 in W 72 in D 26 in
Early Oak Paneled Back Settle Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
A tall bench or settle in oak with the back consisting of horizontal panel spanning the width of
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Early 18th Century English Jacobean Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Early Oak Paneled Back Settle Bench
Early Oak Paneled Back Settle Bench
H 47.5 in W 53 in D 21 in
Early 20the European Primitive Painted Settle
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1900. Early 20thC European primitive painted settle Great decorative form and size
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Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Early 20the European Primitive Painted Settle
Early 20the European Primitive Painted Settle
H 34.85 in W 75.99 in D 17.33 in
Late 17th Century Carved Oak Settle
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A late 17th century oak settle with well carved back and good original colour and patina; small
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Late 17th Century English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Late 17th Century Carved Oak Settle
Late 17th Century Carved Oak Settle
H 42.5 in W 56.25 in D 24 in
Irish Wooden Settle Chair, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Irish; Wooden; Settle chair; 19th century; Table; Lounge chair; Armchair; Bohemian; Ireland; Irish
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19th Century Northern Irish Bohemian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Irish Wooden Settle Chair, 19th Century
Irish Wooden Settle Chair, 19th Century
H 77.96 in W 36.23 in D 22.84 in
18th Century Oak Settle With Cushion
Located in Kettering, GB
An exquisite 18th century oak settle with a carved back panel on turned legs with a barley twist
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18th Century British Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Linen, Oak

18th Century Oak Settle With Cushion
18th Century Oak Settle With Cushion
H 42.52 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in
Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet
Located in Greenwich, CT
An 18th century West Country painted pine settle, the raised panel back extending almost to the
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1780s English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet
Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet
H 44.5 in W 51 in D 21 in
Large Early Panel Back Oak Settle
Located in Greenwich, CT
A large early English bog oak paneled back settle, circa 1680. Of generous proportions, with a
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17th Century English Jacobean Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Large Early Panel Back Oak Settle
Large Early Panel Back Oak Settle
H 43 in W 73.5 in D 24.5 in
Painted Pine Paneled Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This classic Central European bench form is treated a little differently here. The scalloped back rail ripples gently downward from the high point in the center. The back is cut ou...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Painted Pine Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This massive pine double storage bench has a long straight back rail with an applied crest about five inches high. The back rails and stiles frame two short flat panels, a pattern re...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Arts & Crafts ebonised oak settle or bench
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Original Arts & Crafts Movement ebonised oak settle or hall seat dating to around 1900. The settle
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

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Oak

18th Century George III Elm Bacon Settle
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A Wonderful 18th Century Elm Bacon Settle of Outstanding Figure and Unusual Form. This settle is
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18th Century Antique Settle Furniture

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Elm

18th Century George III Elm Bacon Settle
18th Century George III Elm Bacon Settle
H 83.47 in W 43.31 in D 25.6 in
Georgian 'George IV' Sterling Silver-Mounted Wood Wine/Champagne Bottle Coaster
By John & Thomas Settle
Located in New York, NY
, Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1820, Thomas and John Settle - makers. Lovely floral design on
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1820s English George III Antique Settle Furniture

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Sterling Silver

18th Century Fruitwood and Elm Tavern Settle
Located in Brecht, BE
A stunning piece of country furniture, made in the West Country/UK circa 1780, this unusual one
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18th Century Great Britain (UK) Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Elm, Fruitwood

18th Century Fruitwood and Elm Tavern Settle
18th Century Fruitwood and Elm Tavern Settle
H 56.3 in W 29.53 in D 15.75 in
Curved High Back Elm Settle with Storage
Located in Greenwich, CT
A curved high back settle with winged sides and lateral strapping bars and featuring a lift top
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Early 1800s English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Elm

19thC English Pine Vernacular Wingback Tavern Settle
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 19thC English Pine Vernacular Wingback Tavern Settle with candle drawer sku 1600 W67 x
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19th Century Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Victorian Oak Settle Monks Bench 1850 Gothic
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Classic mid-Victorian oak settle or monks bench Features elaborately carved details including the
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1850s Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

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Antique Settle Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique settle furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and pine. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique settle furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each choice in our collection of antique settle furniture bearing Georgian, Arts and Crafts or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of antique settle furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Wylie & Lochhead, George Walton and Gustav Stickley are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Settle Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique settle furniture start at $95 and top out at $28,500 with the average selling for $3,231.
Questions About Antique Settle Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.