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Antique Edwardian ebonised stool – red leather vanity/piano bench with cabriole legs, nailhead trim, carved apron; hall seat or dressing table accent.
English, circa 1900–1910, this compact bench has an ebonised hardwood frame with shapely cabriole legs, scrolled side rails that act as small handles, and a carved apron featuring delicate scrollwork and a central rosette that nods to late Victorian and Edwardian taste. The upholstery is an old crimson leather panel secured with individual dome-head studs, giving a smart, period finish that pairs beautifully with the black frame. It works perfectly as a dressing table stool, an occasional hallway perch for putting on shoes, a small piano or boudoir bench, or as a characterful accent beside a fireplace, in a study, or in a boutique or photography set as a display prop. The footprint is easy to place in apartments and period homes alike, adding a hit of heritage colour and texture
...without dominating the room.
The piece is in sturdy, well preserved original condition with the authentic wear collectors love. The ebonised finish shows rubbing, small chips and touch-ins along the edges and handles from a century of use. The leather seat is original/very old with surface creasing, scratches and age cracking, with a worn front edge and minor losses visible in the photos; the seat has a gentle settled dip from age but remains serviceable. The decorative nailhead trim has pleasing oxidation and a few irregular replacements, consistent with age, in particular some missing to one corner. Joints feel sound and the frame sits level on the ground, ready for everyday light seating or stylish display. Cleaned, lightly waxed and presented as found so you can enjoy the patina, or re-cover in your own fabric if you prefer a refreshed look. A genuine Edwardian survivor with versatile uses and classic English heritage.
Please refer to the photographs for a closer look at the details and view the overall condition. Feel free to message with any questions.
Height 64 cm
Width 54 cm
Depth 36 cm
Internal Reference: piano stool
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1176481
Dateline of this antique is 1900
Height is 64cm (25.2inches)Width is 54cm (21.3inches)Depth is 36cm (14.2inches)
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