Sold 14 February 2025 · Jeckyll & Co

This “Scottish Regency Rosewood Footstool, C.1820” found a buyer.

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Description

Original, untouched condition with general and more concentrated wear to the needlework.

Frame in good order, no losses or repairs, webbing straps to underside require replacing.

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Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Regency Rosewood Footstool to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

19cm (7.48")

Width

39cm (15.35")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1123416

Description

Original, untouched condition with general and more concentrated wear to the needlework.

Frame in good order, no losses or repairs, webbing straps to underside require replacing.

For news and stock updates for us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Regency Rosewood Footstool to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

19cm (7.48")

Width

39cm (15.35")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1123416

About the Dealer

Jeckyll & Co

Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

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Jeckyll & Co

Telephone 07735 072466

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Edinburgh
United Kingdom

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Verified Since May 2022

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ObjectFootstools
Period19th century
StyleRegency
MaterialRosewood, Wool, Cotton
ColourDark Brown
MotifsBeaded moulding, Carved feet, Tapestry upholstery
SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 39 cm (15 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

FAQs

The Regency style, spanning roughly from 1811 to 1830, draws heavily from classical Greek, Roman, and Egyptian influences, characterised by clean lines, dark exotic woods such as rosewood, and restrained ornamentation.

Makers of the Regency period frequently utilised dense exotic timbers like rosewood and mahogany, often complemented by brass inlay, gilt details, and hand-woven wool or silk tapestry upholstery.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-turned wooden elements, dense timber weight, and traditional hand-stuffed upholstery techniques using natural fibres like horsehair.

A period footstool can be used as an occasional low seat or placement piece in a living room, pairing historical textures with contemporary upholstery to create visual contrast.

Maintain antique rosewood by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and applying occasional quality beeswax, while protecting fragile antique textiles from direct sunlight and moisture.