This particularly good example of an English mid-17th century oak joint stool is a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of the period. It boasts a thumbnail moulded top, a design detail that adds a touch of elegance to its robust form. This stool features broad rails, enhanced by a scratch moulded lower edge that showcases the artisan’s skill in creating texture and depth.
The stool’s legs are a particular highlight, with baluster and reel-turned elements that speak to the era’s appreciation for intricate shapes and patterns. Remarkably, these legs have managed to retain much of their original turned feet, a rare find that indicates the stool’s well-preserved state through the centuries.
Overall, this joint stool is not only a functional piece of furniture but also a collector’s item that captures the essence of 17th century English aesthetics and the high level of artisanship of the time. It would make a distinguished addition to any collection of antique furniture.
Height: 21 inches (54 cm)
Width: 17 3/4 inches (45 cm)
Depth: 10 1/2 inches (27 cm)
Surrey Antiques have been dealing in and restoring fine furniture since 1982. With over 35 years experience dealing in all types of antique furniture from early oak and walnut to Georgian mahogany and the more exotic timbers such as rosewood and satinwood.
Whilst we deal mostly with mahogany furniture of the Georgian period designed by some of the greatest furniture designers such as Chippendale, Sheraton, Hepplewhite and Adam we also have a very good in depth knowledge of all the main periods of English furniture design from early oak to Regency and Victorian.
Internal Reference: SA77
Antique Number: SA1073316
Dateline of this antique is 17th Century
Height is 54cm (21.3inches)
Width is 45cm (17.7inches)
Depth is 27cm (10.6inches)
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