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What are church seats called?
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Church seats are often called pews. The word comes from the Middle English “pewe,” derived from the Old French word “puie,” meaning balcony. You may also hear people refer to pews as benches, stalls or even simply seats. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of church pews from some of the world's top dealers.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
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Shop for Church Pews on 1stDibs
19th Century Gothic Pine Diminutive Church Pew
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Charming and withs tons of character, or patina or both. Gothic church pew with paneled sides in a
Category
Antique 1850s American Gothic Benches
Materials
Pine
Church Pew
Located in London, England
Large pine pew / church bench with seat cushion upholstered in linen.
England Circa 1890
Category
Antique 1890s Benches
Materials
Linen, Reclaimed Wood
$2,513
18th Century Flemish Oak Church Pew with Curved Sides, Five Seats
Located in Antwerp, BE
Flemish 18th century church pew, crafted from thick and solid oak wood. A remarkable and unusual
Category
Antique 18th Century Belgian Benches
Materials
Oak
$7,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of American Victorian Style Wooden Church Pew Kneelers
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Victorian Style wooden church pews featuring a contoured structure with seven
Category
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Religious Items
Antique French Church Pew Bench Double Seat Oak
Located in Tyler, TX
UNIQUE Carved Oak Antique French Double Church Pew, Entry Bench, Settee or Banquette c.1900-20
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Renaissance Revival Benches
Materials
Oak
7ft Antique European Oak Church Pew Bench
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This antique oak church pew has a timeless, rustic European charm. Big on size and style, the pew
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Benches
Materials
Oak
