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What are the chairs in a church called?
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The chairs in a church are often called pews. The word comes from the Old French word puye, which means balcony. You may also sometimes see pews referred to as benches. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of pews from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Flemish Oak Church Pew, Belgium, 18th Century
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
1920s Set of 4 European Hand Carved Church Pews
Located in Marbella, ES
1920s set of 4 European hand carved church pews.
Category
Early 20th Century European Benches
Materials
Wood
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
$2,511
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
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
English Medieval Extremely Rare Church Pew Animal Carvings
Located in Vero Beach, FL
English Medieval Extremely Rare Church Pew Animal Carvings
Pair of extraordinary animal carvings
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Medieval Religious Items
Materials
Wood
