Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

18th Century Settle

Tavern Settle

Welsh Settle

17th Century Angloindian Day Bed Or Moorish Settle Bench

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Sofas

Faux Bamboo Settle, Circa 1780-1800

$3,600

Rare Diminutive-Size Settle Bench

Located in Litchfield, CT

American. With a lift-top seat having an inset panel back. New England.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American American Colonial Benches

Rare Diminutive-Size Settle Bench

$9,500

Georgian Antique Painted Pine Welsh Settle

Located in Lancashire, GB

Georgian Antique Painted Pine Welsh Settle. This is a lovely sized antique pine settle seat that

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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Benches

Materials

Pine

Georgian Antique Painted Pine Welsh Settle

$1,390

French Chestnut Fireside Settle

Located in Salisbury, GB

A French provincial chestnut fireside settle with drawer to the base, circa 1870.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Benches

French Chestnut Fireside Settle

$1,305

Fine Canopied Bacon Settle

Located in London, GB

trees/timber in the 18th Century. This example is in excellent original condition with a wonderful

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Benches

Fine Canopied Bacon Settle

$15,500

An English Oak Settle

Located in New York, NY

An English Oak Settle of Curved Form With Shepherd's Crook Arms. Circa 1750

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Benches

An English Oak Settle

Antique Vernacular Bench or Settle

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Antique vernacular settle standing on cabriole legs and with panelled back. This is a charming old

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Antique Late 18th Century British Benches

Antique Vernacular Bench or Settle

$1,181

Elmwood and oak six back settle, English c.1785

Located in New York, NY

A George III elm shaped curved panelled settle. The back with six finely figured panels having two

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Settees

Materials

Elm, Oak

Elmwood and oak six back settle, English c.1785

Pair of 17th C Italian Settles

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Walnut with 2 flip lids

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Benches

Pair of 17th C Italian Settles

Six-panel-back Oak Settle

Located in Hinsdale, IL

Hand-routed stiles and crosspieces. Embossed pattern in panels, carved arms and turned supports. Newer cushion.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Benches

Materials

Oak

Six-panel-back Oak Settle

$4,650

Early Georgian Antique Box Seat Settle

Located in Lancashire, GB

Early Georgian Antique Box Seat Settle. This period oak settle is a lovely, small size, it dates

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Welsh Georgian Benches

Materials

Oak

Early Georgian Antique Box Seat Settle

$2,350

Settle from English Pub

Located in Sheffield, MA

It is not often we find an 18th century piece of furniture. This settle came from a pub in northern

Category

Antique 1780s French Benches

Settle from English Pub

$2,900

Beautiful Georgian Oak High Back Antique Settle

Located in Lancashire, GB

Beautiful Georgian Oak High Back Antique Settle. This is a fabulous and very original 18th century

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Antique Late 18th Century British Benches

Materials

Oak

Beautiful Georgian Oak High Back Antique Settle

$4,000

Georgian Antique Tall Backed Painted Pine Settle

Located in Lancashire, GB

Georgian Antique Tall Backed Painted Pine Settle. This is a totally original, 18th century tall

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Welsh Georgian Benches

Materials

Pine

Georgian Antique Tall Backed Painted Pine Settle

$2,350

Jacobean style English Oak Deacon s Bench (Settle)

Located in Roswell, GA

English oak heavily carved Deacon's Bench (Settle). Features medieval tavern scenes, winged

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Benches

Materials

Oak

Jacobean style English Oak Deacon s Bench (Settle)

$7,995

Circa 1780 Elm settle from an English pub

Located in Sheffield, MA

Simply elegant, original in every way, this very early elm settle is a rare find. it is made of

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Benches

Materials

Elm

Circa 1780 Elm settle from an English pub

$4,500

Gustavian Sofa in Original Paint Swedish, circa 1790

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

late 18th century. Summery: Antique Swedish 18th century Gustavian Pine Bench Settle

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Antique 1790s Swedish Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Pine

Gustavian Sofa in Original Paint Swedish, circa 1790

$6,184

Gustavian Sofa in Original Paint, Swedish, circa 1790

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

late 18th century. Summery: Antique Swedish 18th century Gustavian Pine Bench Settle

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Antique 1790s Swedish Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Pine

Gustavian Sofa in Original Paint, Swedish, circa 1790

$6,184

18th Century Upholstered French Fruitwood Settle

Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire

A very nice 18th century French fruitwood settle that has been fully reupholstered in Fine grade

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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Settees

Materials

Beech, Fruitwood

18th Century Upholstered French Fruitwood Settle

$1,855

18th Century English Oak Settle

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A large and impressive early 18th century English oak settle or bench with traditional rope strung

Category

Antique 1740s English Jacobean Benches

18th Century English Oak Settle

$4,700

18th Century George III Oak Settle

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A handsome English settle bench with a shaped four-panel back. The back mullions are inlaid with

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Antique 1780s English George III Benches

Materials

Oak

18th Century George III Oak Settle

$3,250

Green Painted 19th Century Settle

Located in Hudson, NY

This early American green painted settle or bench has beautiful lines and stunning green color The

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Antique 18th Century American American Colonial Benches

Materials

Pine

Green Painted 19th Century Settle

$4,950

Settle from English Pub

Located in Sheffield, MA

It is not often we find an 18th century piece of furniture. This settle came from a pub in Northern

Category

Antique 1780s English Benches

Settle from English Pub

$2,900

William and Mary Period Carved Oak Settle Dated 1702

Located in East Sussex, GB

A William and Mary period carved oak marriage settle, initialed and dated "WS 1702". The upper back

Category

Antique Early 18th Century English William and Mary Benches

Materials

Oak

William and Mary Period Carved Oak Settle Dated 1702

$4,123

Very Fine Period English Oak Settle, Linen Fold Panels

Located in Port Chester, NY

Period oak bench from England. The beautifully carved linen fold panels, graceful arms, and Queen Anne legs make this early Georgian piece exceptional. The dark oak has great warmth ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Settees

Materials

Oak

Very Fine Period English Oak Settle, Linen Fold Panels

$1,995

English George II Oak Settle with Paneled Back, Carved Front Rail, Cabriole Legs

Located in Wells, ME

English George II period oak paneled back settle with upholstered seat. This settle has four

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Antique Early 18th Century English George II Benches

Materials

Fabric, Oak

English George II Oak Settle with Paneled Back, Carved Front Rail, Cabriole Legs

$3,450

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18th Century Settle For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 18th century settle for your home. A 18th century settle — often made from wood, oak and pine — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a 18th century settle — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 19th Century. A 18th century settle made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Neoclassical — is very popular.

How Much is a 18th Century Settle?

A 18th century settle can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,975, while the lowest priced sells for $1,119 and the highest can go for as much as $16,000.

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.

Questions About 18th Century Settle

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
How did art change in the 18th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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