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Small Antique Artists Stool, English Beech, Country Studio, Victorian, C.1890
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Small Antique Artists Stool, English Beech, Country Studio, Victorian, C.1890

19th century
Description

This is a delightful small antique artist's stool, of charming English craftsmanship in beech, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Compact in form and full of rustic charm, it is ideal for easel work or studio seating.

Late Victorian joint stool with endearing country studio appeal

Crafted from quality beech, offering warm caramel hues and attractive grain figuring

Gently dished seat with superb figuring, displaying a natural, lightly time-worn finish

Raised upon turned and collared legs, united by classic stretcher rails for added strength

Solid and stable with a useful seat height of 50cm (19.75'') - offers comfortable seating in front of an easel or potter's wheel

Light, compact form for easy repositioning around a studio or interior

A fine example of period studio furniture, this Victorian artist's stool offers both practical use and aesthetic warmth to creative or traditional settings. Solid joints and constructions, delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Max Depth: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Max Height: 50cm (19.75'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
37.5cm (14.76")
Depth
37.5cm (14.76")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Beech Artist Stool to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1143318
Dealers Internal Reference
25378
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This is a delightful small antique artist's stool, of charming English craftsmanship in beech, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Compact in form and full of rustic charm, it is ideal for easel work or studio seating.
fig 1. A late Victorian circular-topped beech stool featuring turned legs, stretchers, and a warm brown wood finish.
fig 1. Small Antique Artists Stool, English Beech, Country Studio, Victorian, C.1890

Late Victorian joint stool with endearing country studio appeal

Crafted from quality beech, offering warm caramel hues and attractive grain figuring

Gently dished seat with superb figuring, displaying a natural, lightly time-worn finish

fig 2. A late Victorian circular-topped beech stool featuring turned legs, stretchers, and a warm brown wood finish.
fig 2. Small Antique Artists Stool, English Beech, Country Studio, Victorian, C.1890

Raised upon turned and collared legs, united by classic stretcher rails for added strength

Solid and stable with a useful seat height of 50cm (19.75'') - offers comfortable seating in front of an easel or potter's wheel

fig 3. A late Victorian circular-topped beech stool featuring turned legs, stretchers, and a warm brown wood finish.
fig 3. Small Antique Artists Stool, English Beech, Country Studio, Victorian, C.1890

Light, compact form for easy repositioning around a studio or interior

A fine example of period studio furniture, this Victorian artist's stool offers both practical use and aesthetic warmth to creative or traditional settings.
London Fine Antiques

Solid joints and constructions, delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Max Depth: 37.5cm (14.75'')

Max Height: 50cm (19.75'')

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
37.5cm (14.76")
Depth
37.5cm (14.76")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Beech Artist Stool to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1143318
Dealers Internal Ref
25378
London Fine Antiques
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Small Antique Artists Stool, English Beech, Country Studio, Victorian, C.1890

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A late Victorian circular-topped beech stool featuring turned legs, stretchers, and a warm brown wood finish.
Small Antique Artists Stool, English Beech, Country Studio, Victorian, C.1890
Ref: SA1143318
A late Victorian circular-topped beech stool featuring turned legs, stretchers, and a warm brown wood finish.
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Victorian artist stools are functional seating pieces designed for studio and workshop environments during the late nineteenth century. They typically feature compact circular seats, sturdy turned legs, and lower stretchers designed to withstand daily studio use.

Hardwoods native to the British Isles, such as beech, oak, and elm, were predominantly utilised. Assembly relied on traditional joinery techniques, including mortise and tenon joints reinforced with wooden pegs for durability.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-lathed leg turnings, natural wear around the stretcher rails from foot placement, and genuine surface patination. Fastenings and joinery will show irregularities consistent with period craftsmanship rather than uniform machine production.

A Victorian wooden stool functions effectively as a versatile accent piece, serving as a plant stand, low occasional side table, or accent seating within modern country or eclectic interior schemes.

Dust the wood regularly with a soft cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish annually to nourish the timber. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent timber movement or splitting.
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