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Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian
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Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique footstool. An English, walnut and textile bedroom or lounge stool, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Charming Victorian example with great colour and finish

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Quality walnut frame presents fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Traditionally stuffed cushion with webbed support to the reverse

Broad cushion finished in a distinctive cherry red crosshatched velour textile

Skilfully finished across the apron with double rolled edge trim

Delightful flowerhead carvings adorn the apron and knees

Standing upon a quartet of squat cabriole legs

This is a wonderful antique footstool, with a colourful appearance and nicely carved frame. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 36cm (14.25'')

Max Depth: 32.5cm (12.75'')

Max Height: 19cm (7.5'')

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Our Ref: 24717

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
32.5cm (12.80")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Walnut Footstool to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1096287
Dealers Internal Reference
24717
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Description
This is an antique footstool.
An English, walnut and textile bedroom or lounge stool, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

Charming Victorian example with great colour and finish

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. An antique Victorian carved walnut footstool upholstered in a red and cream patterned grid textile.
fig 1. Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian

Quality walnut frame presents fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Traditionally stuffed cushion with webbed support to the reverse

Broad cushion finished in a distinctive cherry red crosshatched velour textile

fig 2. An antique Victorian carved walnut footstool upholstered in a red and cream patterned grid textile.
fig 2. Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian

Skilfully finished across the apron with double rolled edge trim

Delightful flowerhead carvings adorn the apron and knees

Standing upon a quartet of squat cabriole legs

This is a wonderful antique footstool, with a colourful appearance and nicely carved frame. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 3. An antique Victorian carved walnut footstool upholstered in a red and cream patterned grid textile.
fig 3. Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 36cm (14.25'')

Max Depth: 32.5cm (12.75'')

Max Height: 19cm (7.5'')

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 Victorian carved walnut footstool upholstered in a red and cream patterned grid textile.
fig 4. Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge 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: 24717

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
32.5cm (12.80")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Walnut Footstool to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1096287
Dealers Internal Ref
24717
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 Victorian carved walnut footstool upholstered in a red and cream patterned grid textile.
Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian
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An antique Victorian carved walnut footstool upholstered in a red and cream patterned grid textile.
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Victorian footstools from the mid-to-late nineteenth century typically feature solid hardwood frames, such as walnut or mahogany, with decorative carved details. Common features include cabriole or turned legs, floral aprons, and padded tops upholstered in needlepoint, tapestry, or velvet fabrics.

These stools were constructed using carved hardwoods like walnut, mahogany, or rosewood. Internal padding historically consisted of horsehair, jute webbing, and coil springs, topped with patterned wool, velvet, or embroidered textiles.

Authentic period pieces display evidence of hand-carving along the apron and legs, traditional joinery such as dowel or mortise-and-tenon joints, and natural age oxidation on the underside of the timber frame. The underside may also show traditional webbing or aged brass tacks.

A carved footstool can serve as a functional accent piece positioned beside a contemporary lounge chair, near a fireplace hearth, or at the foot of a bed. Its rich wood tones and patterned fabric create visual texture when contrasted with clean-lined modern upholstery.

Keep the walnut frame clean by dusting with a soft microfiber cloth and applying beeswax polish annually along the wood grain. Protect the textile upholstery by gently vacuuming with a soft brush attachment and keeping the item out of direct sunlight to prevent fabric fading.
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