Antique Oak Bench

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19th Century American Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Oak Bench from USA

H 22 in W 96 in D 14 in

Carved Oak Bench

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak bench the headed finials above carved backrests with scrolling details above planked seat

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Early 20th Century British Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Carved Oak Bench

H 34.5 in W 44 in D 23 in

Art Nouveau Oak Bench, circa 1900

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Art Nouveau oak bench, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Art Nouveau Oak Bench, circa 1900

H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 22.84 in

Antique French rustic brutalist oak bench

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Beutiful very heavy rustic oak bench. length: 175 cm x 31 cm x 41 cm

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1920s French Brutalist Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Antique French rustic brutalist oak bench

H 16.15 in W 68.9 in D 15.75 in

Quirky Welsh 18th Century Oak Bench

Located in New York, NY

18th century oak bench The cove molded single plank top supported by a pair of "A" frame bases.

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Early 18th Century Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Quirky Welsh 18th Century Oak Bench

H 17 in W 14 in D 77 in

18th C French Oak Benches

Located in Nijlen, BE

18th century French oak benches. Weathered by age and use, yet a very soft touch surface and

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18th Century French Country Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

18th C French Oak Benches

H 18.51 in W 11.82 in D 46.07 in

19th century carved oak bench

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Large carved oak bench /monks bench box settle . The bench is very well carved with Stately carved

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1870s English Gothic Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

19th century carved oak bench

H 51.97 in W 61.03 in D 20.87 in

19th century Victorian carved oak bench

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century Victorian carved oak bench circa 1890. Victorian bench made from earlier elements

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Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

19th century Victorian carved oak bench

H 38.25 in W 49 in D 21 in

Pair Rustic Dutch Oak Benches

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair rustic Dutch oak benches are the ideal choice for any casual decor, and can literally fit most

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Mid-19th Century Dutch Rustic Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Pair Rustic Dutch Oak Benches

H 18 in W 68.5 in D 14 in

Edwardian English Carved Oak Bench, Circa 1900

Located in High Point, NC

Period Edwardian oak bench from England. The top is made from a single plank and has a beveled

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Edwardian English Carved Oak Bench, Circa 1900

H 17.75 in W 35.88 in D 11.75 in

19th Century French Carved Oak Bench

Located in High Point, NC

19th century oak bench from France with the most glorious hand carved decoration we have had the

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Oak Bench

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Linen, Oak

19th Century French Carved Oak Bench

H 53.75 in W 60.5 in D 22 in

Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Bench, circa 1880

Located in Opole, PL

Renaissance revival carved Oak bench, circa 1880 We present you this bench in the Neo

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Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Bench, circa 1880

H 38.98 in W 45.28 in D 16.15 in

Spanish Renaissance Carved Oak Bench Banquette Escaño, 1890s

Located in Miami, FL

Stunning antique Spanish Renaissance light oak bench, called "escaño" in Spain, believed to date

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Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Spanish Renaissance Carved Oak Bench Banquette Escaño, 1890s

H 40.6 in W 51.6 in D 17.7 in

19th-Century Renaissance Revival Oak Bench in Dark Brown

Located in Opole, PL

19th-Century Renaissance Revival Oak Bench in Dark Brown A two-seater bench in the Renaissance

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Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

19th-Century Renaissance Revival Oak Bench in Dark Brown

H 49.81 in W 46.66 in D 25.99 in

English 19th Century Oak Bench with Spool Turned Legs and Camel Leather Seat

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English oak bench from the 19th century, with spool turned legs, leather upholstery, nailhead

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19th Century English Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Brass

English 19th Century Oak Bench with Spool Turned Legs and Camel Leather Seat

H 19.5 in W 60 in D 18.25 in

Large Deep 17th Century Spanish Oak Bench or Settee

Located in Houston, TX

Large deep 17th century Spanish oak bench, or settee, in aged dark brown color. Long with deep seat

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17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Large Deep 17th Century Spanish Oak Bench or Settee

H 37.5 in W 70 in D 30.75 in

Antique Handcrafted Oak Bench by Greenfield Industries, 1890's

Located in Doylestown, PA

Antique oak bench by Greenfield Industries, New Hampshire, c. 1890-1900's. This is a wonderful

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1890s American Primitive Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Antique Handcrafted Oak Bench by Greenfield Industries, 1890's

H 13.5 in W 48 in D 11.5 in

Antique English Oak Bench Stool Farmhouse Table Trestle Jacobean 4 ft c1890

Located in Shreveport, LA

Antique English Oak Bench Stool Farmhouse Table Trestle Jacobean 4 ft Seating c1890. Direct from

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1890s British Jacobean Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Antique English Oak Bench Stool Farmhouse Table Trestle Jacobean 4 ft c1890

H 22 in W 47.5 in D 16 in

1930S French Oak Bench

Located in London, London

Bench Oak Unusual shaped back Tapering legs France 1930s.

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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

1930S French Oak Bench

H 39.38 in W 70.87 in D 14.97 in

Rare Pair of Roycroft Oak Benches, Inventory Number from the Inn, circa 1905

By Roycroft

Located in Buffalo, NY

Rare pair of Roycroft oak benches, inventory numbered, custom built exclusively for the Roycroft

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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Rare Pair of Roycroft Oak Benches, Inventory Number from the Inn, circa 1905

H 32.5 in W 71 in D 17.5 in

Jacobean Style Oak Bench

Located in Essex, MA

Constructed cleverly using old elements with good rich brown patina. Rectangular single board seat and conforming carved frieze supported on six turned legs joined by box stretchers.

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1880s English Jacobean Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Jacobean Style Oak Bench

H 20.88 in W 70 in D 10.25 in

Jacobean Revival Oak Bench

Located in Essex, MA

Comprising early elements and well executed and authentic looking with a rectangular top over a carved frieze. Turned carved legs with a box stretcher.

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1890s English Jacobean Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Jacobean Revival Oak Bench

H 20.75 in W 35.88 in D 11.38 in

Louis XIII Oak Bench

Located in Essex, MA

Square with Fortuny upholstered seat. Turned legs with box stretcher.

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1690s European Baroque Antique Oak Bench

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Fabric, Oak

Louis XIII Oak Bench

H 17 in W 16 in D 16 in

English 19th Century Oak Bench with Carved Back, Downswept Arms and Cushion

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English bleached oak bench from the 19th century with carved wooden back, downswept arms

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19th Century English Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

English 19th Century Oak Bench with Carved Back, Downswept Arms and Cushion

H 40.5 in W 72 in D 25 in

18th Century English Georgian Oak Bench with Carved Back and Custom Upholstery

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English Georgian period oak bench from the 18th century with solid carved back, out-scrolling

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18th Century English Georgian Antique Oak Bench

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Upholstery, Oak

18th Century English Georgian Oak Bench with Carved Back and Custom Upholstery

H 41.5 in W 77.5 in D 22 in

Pair of 19th Century English Oak Benches with Linen Upholstery and Turned Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of English 19th century oak benches with turned legs and custom upholstery. This pair of

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19th Century English Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century English Oak Benches with Linen Upholstery and Turned Legs

H 18.5 in W 34.25 in D 16.5 in

English 18th Century Oak Bench

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Exceptional, solid oak joint stool-bench from England, 1700’s, with stunning grain pattern to bring

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18th Century English Jacobean Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

English 18th Century Oak Bench

H 21.25 in W 41.25 in D 12.13 in

Rustic Oak Bench with Storage

Located in Evergreen, CO

Seating and storage abound in this rustic bench from Belgium. Crafted in the late-19th century from

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Late 19th Century Belgian Rustic Antique Oak Bench

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Iron

Rustic Oak Bench with Storage

H 40.75 in W 75 in D 26.5 in

17th Century English Oak Bench

Located in High Point, NC

Extremely rare 17th century bench made from oak with a newly upholstered top in linen with single

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17th Century English William and Mary Antique Oak Bench

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Linen, Oak

17th Century English Oak Bench

H 24.25 in W 28.38 in D 15.38 in

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance Style Patinated Dark Oak Benches

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

dark oak benches, circa 1870. Each bench is raised by fine scrolled feet below the straight frieze with

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19th Century French Renaissance Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance Style Patinated Dark Oak Benches

H 45 in W 67 in D 22 in

Dutch Baroque 17th Century Oak Bench

Located in Troy, NY

Rare, unusual and decorative bench, decorated with numerous carved human and lion heads and lion

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17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Dutch Baroque 17th Century Oak Bench

H 41 in W 56 in D 16.5 in

Pair Of Schoolbred Style Oak Benches

Located in Essex, MA

Each rectangular with cylindrical handles. Raised on turned tapered legs.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Pair Of Schoolbred Style Oak Benches

H 20 in W 36 in D 11 in

Early 17th Century Oak Bench 1630 - 1640

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

An early 17th-century oak joined bench, dating from the circa 1630-1640 features a beautiful colour

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17th Century British Charles II Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Early 17th Century Oak Bench 1630 - 1640

H 22.05 in W 52.76 in D 12.21 in

Painted Pine and Oak Bench or Settle

Located in Baltimore, MD

This bench, although very sturdy, looks light enough to dance, perched as it is on its tiptoes, on

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Oak Bench

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Oak, Pine

Painted Pine and Oak Bench or Settle

H 36 in W 71.5 in D 21 in

French Carved Oak Bench Settle Renaissance Farmhouse 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

You are viewing a gorgeous carved oak settle or bench Hopefully the photos illustrate the details

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1880s Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

French Carved Oak Bench Settle Renaissance Farmhouse 1880

H 52 in W 42 in D 20 in

Small brutalist french oak bench from the 19th century

Located in LYON, FR

A favorite piece for a unique decor, this unique little bench features a backrest adorned with six

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1880s French Brutalist Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Small brutalist french oak bench from the 19th century

H 31.89 in W 41.34 in D 19.69 in

Stylish Arts and Crafts Oak Bench of Narrow Proportions

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

K0225 Very attractive Arts and Crafts oak hall bench, having shaped back rail and round seat

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Stylish Arts and Crafts Oak Bench of Narrow Proportions

H 35 in W 33 in D 14 in

19th century French oak bench upholstered in Vaas by Emma Grant

Located in Malton, GB

This is a very stylish, late 19th century French hall bench. Upholstered beautifully in Vaas by

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19th Century Antique Oak Bench

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Upholstery, Oak

19th century French oak bench upholstered in Vaas by Emma Grant

H 48.82 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in

c1910 Art Nouveau Symbolist Oak Bench Settee by the George Arndt Chair Company

Located in Southampton, NJ

A rare, carved oak Symbolist bench by the George Arndt Chair Company. Art Nouveau design in

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

c1910 Art Nouveau Symbolist Oak Bench Settee by the George Arndt Chair Company

H 35.75 in W 50.125 in D 22.5 in

Folke Bensow cast iron and solid oak bench for Näfverkvarns Bruk Sweden 1920s

By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Folke Bensow

Located in Ystad, SE

This early version of the "Sneckan" Park Bench No.1 Designed by Folke Bensow in 1923 for

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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Oak Bench

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Iron

Folke Bensow cast iron and solid oak bench for Näfverkvarns Bruk Sweden 1920s

H 19.89 in W 26.78 in D 18.51 in

19th Century Highly Carved English Oak Bench Hall Seat w Carved Lions & Dragons

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic highly carved Gothic Oak hall bench with full lions and winged dragons on the back panel

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1860s Scottish Gothic Revival Antique Oak Bench

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Brass

19th Century Highly Carved English Oak Bench Hall Seat w Carved Lions & Dragons

H 44.5 in W 47 in D 19.5 in

Swedish Designer, Sizable Bench, Solid Oak, Sweden, 1920s

Located in High Point, NC

A sizable, solid oak bench designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s.

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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Swedish Designer, Sizable Bench, Solid Oak, Sweden, 1920s

H 22.37 in W 51.25 in D 14.87 in

Danish Designer, Bench, Oak, Denmark, 1910s

Located in High Point, NC

A stained oak bench likely designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1910s. Dimensions: 37.25” H x 54.5

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1910s Danish Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

Danish Designer, Bench, Oak, Denmark, 1910s

H 37.25 in W 54.5 in D 26 in

Late 19th Century Antique Dutch Oak Hall Bench

Located in Duxbury, MA

Beautiful carved oak bench with hidden storage under the seat. c. late 19th or early 20th century

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Late 19th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Late 19th Century Antique Dutch Oak Hall Bench

H 43.25 in W 43.25 in D 48.75 in

Turn of the Century English Oak 1900s Bench with Turned Baluster Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English Turn of the Century oak bench from circa 1900 with turned baluster legs and side

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Early 20th Century English Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Turn of the Century English Oak 1900s Bench with Turned Baluster Legs

H 18.5 in W 66 in D 12.75 in

James II Style Carved Oak Bench/ Side Table, England, 1920s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

James II Style Carved Oak Bench/ Side Table, England, 1920s This versatile piece exemplifies the

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Early 20th Century English James II Antique Oak Bench

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Oak

James II Style Carved Oak Bench/ Side Table, England, 1920s

H 21 in W 36 in D 12 in

18th Century Dutch Original Painted Bench

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Stunning 18th C Dutch original painted oak bench. 1780. Seat height is 17.5", seat depth is 25.5

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18th Century Dutch Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

18th Century Dutch Original Painted Bench

H 45.5 in W 81 in D 28.5 in

Arts & Crafts Green Stained Oak Small Bench Seat Heart Shape Decoration

Located in Norwich, GB

An wonderful arts and crafts movement green stained oak small bench seat, with heart shaped cut out

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Arts & Crafts Green Stained Oak Small Bench Seat Heart Shape Decoration

H 28.75 in W 33.08 in D 12.21 in

Rare Early 19th C. Camargue Salt Bench

Located in Greenwich, CT

An oak bench with notched rail-back over sliding front door. Solid back and sides with notching

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Early 19th Century French Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Rare Early 19th C. Camargue Salt Bench

H 35 in W 48 in D 20 in

French 19th Century Oak Louis XVI-Style Bench with Cane Seat

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

An extraordinary little carved oak bench from 19th century France. This wonderful petite bench was

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Oak Louis XVI-Style Bench with Cane Seat

H 20.38 in W 35.5 in D 15.5 in

English 1890s Oak Hall Bench with Cylindrical Armrests and Carved Apron

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English oak bench from the late 19th century, with carved foliage and cylindrical armrests

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Late 19th Century English Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

English 1890s Oak Hall Bench with Cylindrical Armrests and Carved Apron

H 19 in W 30 in D 10 in

Pair Antique Carved Oak Caned Benches

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A pair of remarkable late 18th/ early 19th century European carved oak benches with foliate and

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19th Century European Rustic Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair Antique Carved Oak Caned Benches

H 18.5 in W 27 in D 22.5 in

Rustic natural oak wooden bench with rounded details, France ca. 1900

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1900 / bench / oak wood / Rustic / Mid-century A rustic mid-century full oak bench with

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Rustic natural oak wooden bench with rounded details, France ca. 1900

H 18.9 in W 59.45 in D 8.27 in

19th Century Dutch Oak Two Way Flip Backrest Bench, Strycsitten, Banc a Tournis

Located in Haarlem, NL

Imagine this pretty little 19th century oak bench in a kitchen, a hallway or on the patio. It can

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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

19th Century Dutch Oak Two Way Flip Backrest Bench, Strycsitten, Banc a Tournis

H 31.5 in W 63 in D 16.93 in

Early 18th Century Paneled Bench

Located in High Point, NC

Early 18th century oak bench from England with a highly carved back which has four raised panels

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Early 18th Century English William and Mary Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Early 18th Century Paneled Bench

H 39.5 in W 73.5 in D 24 in

Antique and Handcrafted Gothic Revival Solid Tiger Oak Practical Hallway Bench

Located in Lisse, NL

Perfect size and shape church bench. This very well crafted, solid oak bench is a perfect example

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Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Antique and Handcrafted Gothic Revival Solid Tiger Oak Practical Hallway Bench

H 36.5 in W 59 in D 17.5 in

Carved oak monk’s bench

Located in Cheshire, GB

Carved oak monk’s bench/hall bench. The solid oak hinged top with geometric carvings. To the raised

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Early 20th Century British Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Carved oak monk’s bench

H 39.5 in W 48 in D 22.5 in

Louis XVI Style French Bench with "Vienna Straw" Seat

Located in Prato, Tuscany

oak bench; the legs, conical and elegantly fluted, are joined at the base by a well-designed and

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Louis XVI Style French Bench with "Vienna Straw" Seat

H 21.26 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in

Edwardian Oak Hall Bench

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5340 Edwardian oak hall bench, having shaped ends and moulded seat, standing on turned and

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Early 20th Century Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Edwardian Oak Hall Bench

H 18.898 in W 36.221 in D 13.386 in

Golden Oak Monks Bench

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak monks bench of narrow proportions, the rectangular hinged floral carved back, above a box base

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Early 20th Century British Antique Oak Bench

Materials

Oak

Golden Oak Monks Bench

H 39 in W 36 in D 20 in

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Antique Oak Bench For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique oak bench for your home. An antique oak bench — often made from wood, oak and fabric — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique oak bench — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique oak bench, designed in the Victorian, Arts and Crafts or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique oak bench over the years, but those crafted by Chesterfield, Coalbrookdale Foundry and Gustav Stickley are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Oak Bench?

The average selling price for an antique oak bench at 1stDibs is $2,648, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $74,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Benches for You

Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.

Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.

Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.

For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.

Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.

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