Antique English 17th Century Oak High Back 6ft Wide Hall Kitchen Bench Settle Seat (Circa 1680)

This is a fine antique English 17th century oak settle / bench, from the Charles II period, circa 1680, comprising four panels, which measures 6ft 2” wide, boasting a stunning colour and in excellent original condition.  Ideal for wide seating in the hallway or kitchen.

 

Summary:

·      Item: 17th Century oak settle

·      Circa: 1680

·      Period: George II

·      Provenance England, UK

·      Wood: Solid Oak

·      Width: 6ft 2¾”

·      High-back design

·      Four fielded panels

·      Reeded stiles and rails

·      Shaped arms

·      Crewel work swab cushion

·      Solid twin-plank seat

·      Pegged construction

·      Lovely turned spindles & foot rails

·      Solid in joint

·      Stunning colour & patination

·      Excellent original condition

·      Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & Southern Scotland*

·      14-day free UK returns policy

 

Description:

This is a fine antique English 17th century oak settle / bench, from the Charles II period, circa 1680, comprising four panels, which measures 6ft 2” wide, boasting a stunning colour and in excellent original condition.  Ideal for wide seating in the hallway or kitchen but also known as a tavern bench, seen in old pubs and inns.  This early hall seat comprises a high-back, with a moulded top rail and four fielded panels below, interspersed by reeded rails and stiles.  The settle comes with a newly upholstered crewel work swab cushion, which can be removed if not required.  The sturdy down-swept armrests are secured by shaped vertical turned supports onto a solid two panel oak seat, with a moulded frieze below.  The large high-backed oak bench stands on six small primitive ring-turned legs, united by a lovely well-worn stretcher, for additional strength.  The clean panelled back reaches down to the floor.

 

The 17th century oak settle frame has been constructed in the traditional manner with pegged and joined construction.  It is unusual to see early oak settle of this size, in such good condition - this makes it highly desirable.

 

The oak hall bench boasts a rich dark-brown period oxblood colour.  As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour, depth and patination this can only be achieved through the age and years of care and cleaning it has received.  

 

Condition Report:

This is a fine antique English 17th century oak settle / bench, from the Charles II period, circa 1680, comprising four panels, which measures 6ft 2” wide, boasting a stunning colour and in excellent original condition.  Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, frame, sides but nothing significant considering the age of the item.  There are no breaks to the frame or legs.  The George II settle retains its original patinated surface, boasting a rich oxblood period oak colour.  This large hall seat is solid in joint and has been wax-polished, by hand, in our workshop, to a professional standard.  Therefore, the finish, colour and patination are of an excellent standard.  The 17th century oak settle is well constructed, solid in joint and is ready to be used.

 

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). 

 

International Buyers:

If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. 

 

About the Seller:

This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA.  Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years. 

 

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Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.com