Which wood was preferred in England in the 16th and 17th centuries?

Oak.

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  1. Oak ✔
  2. Pine
  3. Teak

Why: In England, many complete examples remain from the 16th and 17th centuries, where oak was preferred.

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Oak was the go-to wood, no acorn-cident.
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Answer: Oak. In England, many complete examples remain from the 16th and 17th centuries, where oak was preferred.

  1. Wood carving en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wood_carving
    where oak was the preferred medium
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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