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Exceptional 18Th Century Tavern Settle With Witches Mark

Stock No

EO164

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2025
  • £1,850.00
  • €2,158 Euro
  • $2,472 US Dollar

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Item Description

An exceptional and highly original 18th Century pine tavern settle. Pegged construction and gently curved for extra stability it is still in its original paint, giving it a wonderful surface. The back is equally extraordinary and full of historic marks and graffiti, including a hexafoil to ward off evil spirits. Apotropaic, or witches marks, were occasionally carved into furniture as protection from malevolent spirits. The hexafoil, also known as a daisy wheel, was believed to trap such spirits within its pattern.

A fantastic and characterful piece of 18th Century furniture, with fascinating evidence of its history and the beliefs of the period.

Item Info

Seller Location

Sellindge, Kent

Item Dimensions

H: 91cm W: 184cm D: 41cm

Period

18th Century

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Sellindge, Kent

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)7739 002759

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