My Most Interesting Thing: The English Settle

1.) What is it?
The English Settle

2.) Why have you chosen it?
It is the most practical piece of furniture - Oak late 17th century, padded seat, storage - hang hooks on back to hold meat etc in farm houses.  Sleep on near fire - back keep of draughts.

3.) When did it first catch your eye?
In the front hall - wonderful carving

4.) If it was yours, what would you do with it?
Use it as a room divider or near a fire place - put on cushions on it.

5.) What stuff do you (or did you) collect?
Noah's Ark's, Nativity Scenes and enamel candle holders.

Chosen By: Pamela Cheesman, Carrick Hill Guide