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Attractive Antique 19th Century Period Oak Box Settle
Billy Hunt & Co.
for sale €1,035     $1,124
£885

Billy Hunt & Co.

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Attractive Antique 19th Century Period Oak Box Settle

19th century
For Sale by Billy Hunt & Co.
Description

A fine looking oak Box Settle full of character and country charm perfect for a period or modern hallway or maybe a kitchen diner. Some of these settles can be a bit lumpy and a little dull looking, this one is a little lighter and more playful on the eye and sits well.

Condition is good with wear in just the right places, the odd age split to the oak panels but nothing nasty or off putting. We have lightly cleaned the settle and ensured that it's ready for placing.

A lovely English oak piece with the addition of a little storage space for good measure.

Dimensions

Overall: Height 151.5cm x Width 114cm x Depth 57cm

Seat: Height 44cm x Width 102cm Between the Arms x Depth 41cm

Storage: Height 36.5cm x Width 103cm x Depth 45cm

Declaration

Billy Hunt & Co. has dated this Antique Oak Box Settle to the 1870s.

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SA1223995
Dealers Notes

When purchasing from us we include delivery in the purchase price which is based on a one person delivery for England and Wales. Please call or email for quotes to Scotland, Northern Ireland, The Isles and for World-wide shipping

Billy Hunt and Co is located on a large Victorian farm just a short country drive from the Rangemore village, a designated conservation area, which was built by Michael Thomas Bass in the 1850s to house the Bass Rangemore Estate workers consisting mainly of Victorian redbrick cottages and the occasional barn.

Our home is a classic Victorian designed and well equipped late 19th century 2 story red brick built barn of some 4000 sq feet nestled in classic English countryside, which enjoyed a careful full renovation in 2000. The estate still benefits being managed in the traditional manner with an Estate Manger, estate carpenter, gardeners etc. A rather delightful place to have as our work space.

Martina, there is no Billy at Billy hunt, has led the team since 2103 and is an interior designer qualified from The Inchbald School of Design London whose previous working life included such clients as Vertu, Aston Martin and Johnnie Walker to name a few.

Please do not hesitate to call or email if you have any questions on the pieces that may interest you - Many thanks Martina

Description
A fine looking oak Box Settle full of character and country charm perfect for a period or modern hallway or maybe a kitchen diner.
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Some of these settles can be a bit lumpy and a little dull looking, this one is a little lighter and more playful on the eye and sits well.
Billy Hunt & Co.
fig 1. A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base.
fig 1. Attractive Antique 19th Century Period Oak Box Settle

Condition is good with wear in just the right places, the odd age split to the oak panels but nothing nasty or off putting. We have lightly cleaned the settle and ensured that it's ready for placing.

A lovely English oak piece with the addition of a little storage space for good measure.

Dimensions

Overall: Height 151.5cm x Width 114cm x Depth 57cm

Seat: Height 44cm x Width 102cm Between the Arms x Depth 41cm

Storage: Height 36.5cm x Width 103cm x Depth 45cm

Date of Manufacture

Billy Hunt & Co. has dated this Antique Oak Box Settle to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1223995
Billy Hunt & Co.
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2026

We always endeavor to offer a careful selection of chosen pieces from the british isles ranging from 1800 to 1970

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Billy Hunt & Co. Profile Page

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Archive I A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base.

Attractive Antique 19th Century Period Oak Box Settle

Archive II A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View II
Archive III A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base. View XII
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Billy Hunt & Co.
Telephone 07768 266266 or 01283 617377
Location
NO 8
Callingwood Hall Farm
Rangemore Country Estate
Burton-on-Trent
Staffordshire
DE13 9SH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/billyhunt
Verified Since May 2026
Items For Sale 58
Items Sold 70
Billy Hunt & Co.
Verified Since May 2026
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Location: NO 8, Callingwood Hall Farm, Rangemore Country Estate, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9SH, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/billyhunt
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A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base.
Attractive Antique 19th Century Period Oak Box Settle
Ref: SA1223995
A 19th-century dark oak high-back box settle with panelled detailing, scrolled armrests, turned supports, and a hinged seat opening to a box storage base.
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A box settle is a traditional wooden bench featuring a high panelled back, armrests, and a hinged seat that opens to reveal a deep storage compartment beneath. Originating in medieval Europe, these pieces provided protection from cold draughts while serving a dual purpose as seating and storage in domestic spaces.

19th-century oak settles are constructed primarily from solid European or English oak, joining deep field panels using mortise and tenon joinery. High backs, turned arm supports, and heavy hinged seat lids secured with internal runners or hinges are key structural elements of these benches.

Authentic period oak settles display signs of age such as uneven wear on the seat and armrests, historical hand-planing marks, and natural timber shrinkage along joints. Look for authentic joinery methods like wooden pegs, hand-forged hardware, and natural patina in crevices that cannot be easily replicated by modern machinery.

A high-back oak settle makes a functional focal point in a hallway, entryway, or boot room, pairing well with neutral plastered walls and natural stone flooring. Decorate the seat with linen cushions or a folded wool throw to soften the dark timber tones while utilizing its internal storage capabilities.

Maintain the oak surface by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the patina. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and damp external walls to prevent timber movement, warping, or cracking.
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