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18th Century Georgian Oak & Elm Vernacular Settle, C1770
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18th Century Georgian Oak & Elm Vernacular Settle, C1770

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Charming 18th-Century Georgian Oak and Elm Country Settle, circa 1770

A particularly attractive 18th-century English country settle in oak and elm, dating from around 1770. This charming piece features a high back with an unusual arrangement of five raised and fielded panels set between moulded rails and mullions, giving it real presence and character.

The slightly sloped backrest, straight open arms and shaped vertical supports create a welcoming, comfortable seat. The settle retains its original single-panel elm seat, made from a magnificent wide elm board with rounded edges, set over a straight frieze and standing on simple square block feet. The pegged construction and chamfered supports highlight its honest, traditional craftsmanship.

With its superb rustic character, exceptional colour and rich patina, this settle has been carefully cleaned and waxed in our workshops and is offered in excellent condition. The use of elm for the wide, single plank seat not only adds visual interest but also reflects period practice, as elm’s interlocking grain was valued for its strength and resistance to splitting.

Originally designed to be placed beside large open fireplaces in country houses and inns, this is a wonderfully characterful piece that brings warmth, history and understated Georgian charm to any interior. It works equally well in a hallway, kitchen, boot room or beside a modern hearth, adding instant atmosphere and authenticity.

Height 98cm (38.6in)

Width 142cm (55.9in)

Depth 48cm (18.9in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
142cm (55.91")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Panelled Settle to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1214210
Dealers Internal Reference
1507
Description
Charming 18th-Century Georgian Oak and Elm Country Settle, circa 1770
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A particularly attractive 18th-century English country settle in oak and elm, dating from around 1770.
Anthony Short Antiques

This charming piece features a high back with an unusual arrangement of five raised and fielded panels set between moulded rails and mullions, giving it real presence and character.

fig 1. An 18th-century Georgian high-back settle crafted from oak and elm featuring a panelled back and wooden armrests.
fig 1. 18th Century Georgian Oak & Elm Vernacular Settle, C1770

The slightly sloped backrest, straight open arms and shaped vertical supports create a welcoming, comfortable seat. The settle retains its original single-panel elm seat, made from a magnificent wide elm board with rounded edges, set over a straight frieze and standing on simple square block feet. The pegged construction and chamfered supports highlight its honest, traditional craftsmanship.

fig 2. An 18th-century Georgian high-back settle crafted from oak and elm featuring a panelled back and wooden armrests.
fig 2. 18th Century Georgian Oak & Elm Vernacular Settle, C1770

With its superb rustic character, exceptional colour and rich patina, this settle has been carefully cleaned and waxed in our workshops and is offered in excellent condition. The use of elm for the wide, single plank seat not only adds visual interest but also reflects period practice, as elm’s interlocking grain was valued for its strength and resistance to splitting.

fig 3. An 18th-century Georgian high-back settle crafted from oak and elm featuring a panelled back and wooden armrests.
fig 3. 18th Century Georgian Oak & Elm Vernacular Settle, C1770

Originally designed to be placed beside large open fireplaces in country houses and inns, this is a wonderfully characterful piece that brings warmth, history and understated Georgian charm to any interior. It works equally well in a hallway, kitchen, boot room or beside a modern hearth, adding instant atmosphere and authenticity.

Height 98cm (38.6in)

Width 142cm (55.9in)

Depth 48cm (18.9in)

Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
142cm (55.91")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Panelled Settle to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1214210
Dealers Internal Ref
1507
Anthony Short Antiques
Anthony Short Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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Telephone 07595 60 33 48
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Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AH
United Kingdom

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An 18th-century Georgian high-back settle crafted from oak and elm featuring a panelled back and wooden armrests.
18TH CENTURY GEORGIAN OAK & ELM VERNACULAR SETTLE, C1770
Ref: SA1214210
An 18th-century Georgian high-back settle crafted from oak and elm featuring a panelled back and wooden armrests.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSettle
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian Vernacular
  • MaterialOak, Elm
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFielded panel back, Straight armrests, Pegged mortise and tenon joinery, Plank seat
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 142 cm (56 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

A vernacular settle is a traditional high-backed wooden bench produced by regional craftsmen using local timber such as oak, elm, or pine. Originating in early modern Britain, these benches were designed primarily for domestic utility and warmth near hearths.

Georgian vernacular settles were commonly constructed from solid native hardwoods, frequently incorporating an oak frame with an elm or pine seat. The joinery utilised hand-cut mortise and tenon joints held together with wooden pegs.

Authentic 18th-century settles feature hand-planed surfaces, irregular wooden pegging, fielded back panels, and natural shrinkage or unevenness in the wood grain consistent with age. Look for genuine wear patterns on the seat rail, feet, and armrests.

A wooden settle can be styled in an entryway, hallway, or boot room to serve as both functional seating and structural anchor. Adding neutral linen cushions or a woven wool throw softens the hard timber edges while respecting the minimalist form.

To preserve antique timber, dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and radiators to prevent timber shrinkage or splitting.
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