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Antique Crewel Work Footstool, English, Walnut, Embroidery, Stool, Victorian
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Antique Crewel Work Footstool, English, Walnut, Embroidery, Stool, Victorian

19th century
Sold 2 April 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is an antique crewel work footstool. An English, walnut and embroidered textile stool, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

Charming stool, with eye-catching crewel work decor

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Walnut frame presents rich caramel hues throughout

Quality embroidery accentuates the traditionally stuffed cushion

Of deep proportion, the cushion sits neatly within the carved frame

Accentuated with acorn motif and scrolled intersections

Spring embroidery presents an oak tree with large leaves and acorns

Raised upon a quartet of distinctive legs, with beaded decoration

This is a delightful antique crewel work footstool, with a classically appealing look for the lounge or bedroom. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 29cm (11.5'')

Max Depth: 29cm (11.5'')

Max Height: 16cm (6.25'')

Cushion Diameter: 24.5cm (9.75'')

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Our Ref: 24684

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Crewel Work Footstool to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
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SA1095723
Dealers Internal Reference
24684
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Description
This is an antique crewel work footstool. An English, walnut and embroidered textile stool, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

Charming stool, with eye-catching crewel work decor

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. An antique round wooden footstool featuring carved walnut legs and a crewel work embroidered top with botanical motifs.
fig 1. Antique Crewel Work Footstool, English, Walnut, Embroidery, Stool, Victorian

Walnut frame presents rich caramel hues throughout

Quality embroidery accentuates the traditionally stuffed cushion

Of deep proportion, the cushion sits neatly within the carved frame

Accentuated with acorn motif and scrolled intersections

fig 2. An antique round wooden footstool featuring carved walnut legs and a crewel work embroidered top with botanical motifs.
fig 2. Antique Crewel Work Footstool, English, Walnut, Embroidery, Stool, Victorian

Spring embroidery presents an oak tree with large leaves and acorns

Raised upon a quartet of distinctive legs, with beaded decoration

“
This is a delightful antique crewel work footstool, with a classically appealing look for the lounge or bedroom.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready to enjoy.

fig 3. An antique round wooden footstool featuring carved walnut legs and a crewel work embroidered top with botanical motifs.
fig 3. Antique Crewel Work Footstool, English, Walnut, Embroidery, Stool, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 29cm (11.5'')

Max Depth: 29cm (11.5'')

Max Height: 16cm (6.25'')

Cushion Diameter: 24.5cm (9.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. An antique round wooden footstool featuring carved walnut legs and a crewel work embroidered top with botanical motifs.
fig 4. Antique Crewel Work Footstool, English, Walnut, Embroidery, Stool, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24684

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Crewel Work Footstool to the Victorian era.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1095723
Dealers Internal Ref
24684
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An antique round wooden footstool featuring carved walnut legs and a crewel work embroidered top with botanical motifs.
Antique Crewel Work Footstool, English, Walnut, Embroidery, Stool, Victorian
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An antique round wooden footstool featuring carved walnut legs and a crewel work embroidered top with botanical motifs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectStools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWalnut, Wool, Linen
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved acanthus scrolls, Turned bun feet, Botanical embroidery, Padded dome top
  • SizeH 16 cm (6 in) x W 29 cm (11 in) x D 29 cm (11 in)

FAQs

Victorian crewel work features heavy woollen embroidery yarns stitched onto a tightly woven linen or twill foundation, typically displaying botanical motifs in muted natural dyes.

These pieces were typically crafted using dense hardwoods such as walnut or mahogany for the carved frames, paired with horsehair stuffing and traditional wool or cotton embroidery thread.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the hand-carved joinery, hand-spun wool threads, age-related patination on the timber, and traditional upholstery tacking methods.

Position the piece as an accent item beside a neutral upholstered armchair or sofa to introduce historical texture and handcrafted warmth to a room.

Protect the fabric from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading, keep away from high humidity, and clean the textile surface strictly using a soft brush or professional conservation vacuum attachment.
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