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Small French Breton Chestnut Bench
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Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques

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    Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks
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Small French Breton Chestnut Bench

19th century
Sold 9 July 2025 · Walton House Antiques
This “Small French Breton Chestnut Bench” found a buyer.

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Description

A charming little French Breton chestnut bench of beautiful colour with lift up lid seat for storage

Dimensions

Height 36" 92cm

Width 26" 66cm

Depth 19" 49cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this French Chestnut Settle to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1067762
Dealers Internal Reference
WH9009
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
A charming little French Breton chestnut bench of beautiful colour with lift up lid seat for storage

Dimensions

Height 36" 92cm

Width 26" 66cm

Depth 19" 49cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this French Chestnut Settle to the 19th Century.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1067762
Dealers Internal Ref
WH9009
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Small French Breton Chestnut Bench

Archive II A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base. View II
Archive III A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base. View III
Archive IV A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base. View IV
Archive V A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base. View V
Archive VI A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base. View VI
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Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques
Telephone 01747 860050
Location
Walton House Antiques
Walton Buildings
The Square
Mere
BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/waltonhouse
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 244
Items Sold 3,137
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Verified Since Oct 2011
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Location: Walton House Antiques, Walton Buildings, The Square, Mere, BA12 6DL, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/waltonhouse
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Sold
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A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base.
Small French Breton chestnut bench
Ref: SA1067762
A small antique French chestnut settle featuring a spindle-backed upper section and an enclosed box seat base.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBenches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialChestnut
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSpindle back, Panelled box base, Straight armrests
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Breton furniture originates from the Brittany region of France, traditionally characterised by heavy regional designs, rich local timbers like chestnut and oak, and intricate hand-carved motifs reflecting Celtic and maritime heritage.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid regional hardwoods such as chestnut, oak, or fruitwood, employing traditional joinery techniques like mortise and tenon joints, pegged construction, and hand-planed panels.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-tooled tool marks, natural timber oxidisation, historical wear patterns consistent with age, traditional joint construction, and the absence of modern machine-cut fasteners.

An antique settle can be paired with neutral contemporary walls and soft textured cushions to balance its heavy wooden presence, functioning effectively in hallways, kitchens, or living spaces.

Preservation requires maintaining stable room humidity away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the timber.
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