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Interesting Finally Oak Chip Carved Foot Stove, Possibly Frisian.
For sale by Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
for sale €907     $984
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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Interesting Finally Oak Chip Carved Foot Stove, Possibly Frisian.

18th century
Description

Interesting Finally Oak Chip Carved Foot Stove, Possibly Frisian.

Fully carved with typical Frisian ornaments.

Still with the original brass handle, all over in wonderful original used condition, with beautiful original patination, no missing pieces.

And still with the original brass lock.
Dutch 17th/18th Century.

22cm high with out handle, 28cm wide, 22cm deep.

Price: £ 775,—

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Chip Carved Foot Stove to the 1700s.

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SA1227883
Description
Interesting Finally Oak Chip Carved Foot Stove, Possibly Frisian.

Fully carved with typical Frisian ornaments.

“
Still with the original brass handle, all over in wonderful original used condition, with beautiful original patination, no missing pieces.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

And still with the original brass lock.
Dutch 17th/18th Century.

22cm high with out handle, 28cm wide, 22cm deep.

Price: £ 775,—

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Chip Carved Foot Stove to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227883
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A square dark oak chip-carved foot stove with a hinged door, geometric rosette carvings, and a brass swing handle.
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Archive I A square dark oak chip-carved foot stove with a hinged door, geometric rosette carvings, and a brass swing handle.

Interesting Finally Oak Chip Carved Foot Stove, Possibly Frisian.

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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Telephone 01575 540 207
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Cairngorms National Park
Angus
Scotland
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Apr 2019
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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A square dark oak chip-carved foot stove with a hinged door, geometric rosette carvings, and a brass swing handle.
Interesting Finally Oak Chip Carved Foot Stove, Possibly Frisian.
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A square dark oak chip-carved foot stove with a hinged door, geometric rosette carvings, and a brass swing handle.
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  • ObjectFoot Warmers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleFrisian Folk Art
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsChip carving, Geometric rosettes, Brass swing handle, Notched borders
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

This seventeenth-century foot warmer originates from the Frisian region and exhibits traditional folk art styling executed in dark brown oak and brass. The square body carries dense chip carving featuring geometric rosettes and notched borders across every surface, complemented by a hinged front door fitted with a small brass ring lock and twisted corner mouldings. An arched brass swing handle attaches to the top board, which contains a pierced ventilation aperture. The timber shows original patination and used condition with intact carved elements. Measuring 22 cm high without the handle, 28 cm wide, and 22 cm deep, the warmer sits on a flat base with a protruding lower plinth and an overhanging top surface. Placed near a fireplace hearth or used as a decorative accent on a table, the piece integrates into a rustic farmhouse interior while retaining its historical hardware and decorative finish.

FAQs

A foot stove, or foot warmer, is a small portable wooden box designed to hold a pot of glowing coals or hot embers. Popular from the 17th to 19th centuries across Northern Europe, they provided localized warmth in unheated homes, carriages, and churches.

Traditional European foot stoves were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as oak or walnut, often featuring carved geometric ventilation holes and brass or iron swing handles. Internal metal liners or earthenware braziers held the hot coals safely inside.

Authentic Frisian pieces feature intricate geometric chip carving, including starburst rosettes, notch borders, and compass-drawn roundels executed with chisels. Look for natural age wear around the brass handle fixtures, door hinges, and top ventilation openings.

A carved wooden foot stove serves as a distinct decorative accent on a fireplace hearth, low shelf, or console table. Its rich timber tones and intricate carved textures add historical depth when paired alongside minimalist decor or traditional hearth accessories.

Dust the carved recesses gently using a soft-bristled brush or dry microfibre cloth to prevent buildup in the details. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to nourish the oak and preserve its natural patina, avoiding moisture exposure.
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