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Georgian Tavern Bench/ Settle
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Georgian Tavern Bench/ Settle

18th century
Sold 22 February 2025 · Treehouse Antiques
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Georgian oak bench circa 1780-1800, four panel back with fielded edges, cabriole front legs with hoof feet and nicely upholstered in a green fabric. The bench is in good solid condition with some signs of historic long dead woodworm. Underneath.

Height 42 1/2 inches ...108 cm

Width 72 inches ...183 cm

Depth 28 inches ...71 cm

Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Georgian Oak Settle Bench to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Reference Numbers
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SA1094278
Dealers Notes

UK mainland delivery £25 - £125 for far flung areas of scotland etc please contact US for a quote. Viewing is by appointment. Collection is always welcome. We accept payment by paypal

Any enquiries regarding this item please telephone ian 07885472759 or

Linda 07886370802

Description
Georgian oak bench circa 1780-1800, four panel back with fielded edges, cabriole front legs with hoof feet and nicely upholstered in a green fabric. The bench is in good solid condition with some signs of historic long dead woodworm. Underneath.

Height 42 1/2 inches ...108 cm

Width 72 inches ...183 cm

Depth 28 inches ...71 cm

Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Georgian Oak Settle Bench to the Georgian era.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Reference Numbers
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SA1094278
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017
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An antique oak settle bench featuring a high panelled back, scrolled arms, shaped apron, and a green upholstered seat cushion.
GEORGIAN TAVERN BENCH/ SETTLE
Ref: SA1094278
An antique oak settle bench featuring a high panelled back, scrolled arms, shaped apron, and a green upholstered seat cushion.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBenches
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPanelled backrest, Scrolled arms, Shaped apron, Turned legs
  • SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 183 cm (72 in) x D 71 cm (28 in)

A settle is a wooden bench with a high back, solid arms, and often a storage box beneath the seat, historically used in British taverns and farmhouses to block drafts from doorways.

Authentic period settles are predominantly constructed from solid native hardwoods such as oak or elm, featuring traditional joinery techniques like mortise and tenon joints and wooden pegged construction.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the timber grain, hand-cut joinery, patination, tool marks, and the natural wear patterns consistent with age and heavy usage.

A settle anchors an entrance hall or dining space effectively, pairing well with contemporary minimalist decor to introduce historic warmth and textural contrast.

Preserve the timber by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct heat sources, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood surface.
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