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Victorian Ladies Carriage Foot Warmer
Colin Brand Antiques
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Victorian Ladies Carriage Foot Warmer

19th century
Description

In original condition, this is a good example of a Victorian upholstered carriage warmer.

It has its original metal hot water bottle and is time worn but considering it’s purpose in good condition.

On the back is scratched into the wood:

‘Belonged to the Clive family (Clive of India). Used when travelling by train or in the carriage’

An interesting historical item.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
24.5cm (9.65")
Declaration

Colin Brand Antiques has dated this Victorian Carriage Foot Warmer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1126466
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1815
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Colin Brand Antiques Est. 1984

Description
In original condition, this is a good example of a Victorian upholstered carriage warmer.
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It has its original metal hot water bottle and is time worn but considering it’s purpose in good condition.
Colin Brand Antiques

On the back is scratched into the wood:

‘Belonged to the Clive family (Clive of India). Used when travelling by train or in the carriage’

An interesting historical item.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
24.5cm (9.65")
Date of Manufacture

Colin Brand Antiques has dated this Victorian Carriage Foot Warmer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1126466
Dealers Internal Ref
1815
Colin Brand Antiques
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An antique Victorian carriage foot warmer featuring a square patterned carpet top with stud detailing, a wooden base with turned feet, and a metal carry handle.
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Archive I An antique Victorian carriage foot warmer featuring a square patterned carpet top with stud detailing, a wooden base with turned feet, and a metal carry handle.

Victorian Ladies Carriage Foot Warmer

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An antique Victorian carriage foot warmer featuring a square patterned carpet top with stud detailing, a wooden base with turned feet, and a metal carry handle.
Victorian Ladies Carriage Foot Warmer
Ref: SA1126466
An antique Victorian carriage foot warmer featuring a square patterned carpet top with stud detailing, a wooden base with turned feet, and a metal carry handle.
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FAQs

Victorian carriage foot warmers were portable accessories designed to provide heat to passengers during cold journeys by horse-drawn coach or early railway. They typically featured an internal compartment for hot bricks or metal containers, topped with an upholstered surface to rest the feet.

These pieces were commonly constructed from timber or metal frames, often fitted with metal carrying handles and internal heat reservoirs. The upper surface was frequently covered in woven wool carpet, tapestry, or leather secured with upholstery studs for added insulation.

Authentic period foot warmers often feature internal metal lining, metal carry handles, and period-appropriate joinery. Look for signs of historic thermal exposure inside the cavity, hand-cut upholstery studs, and authentic age wear on the turned wood feet or fabric top.

Compact historical pieces work exceptionally well as decorative accent objects placed beside a fireplace, beneath a console table, or on a deep window sill. Their rich textile patterns add texture and historical character when layered into traditional or bohemian interior schemes.

Preserve the antique fabric by vacuuming gently using a soft brush attachment and keeping the item away from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading. The wooden base can be conditioned with natural beeswax polish while avoiding wet cleaning agents on historic wool upholstery.
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