"A near pair of 19th-century stools, one in pine and the other in oak. Both of similar form, each with a pierced carry handle to the top.

The pine example shows pronounced wear and colour to the seat, while the oak stool is of slightly more refined construction, with visible medullary rays and pinned joinery.

Versatile pieces, suited to use as low seating or informal stands.

Condition Report

Both in excellent solid condition. One stool of slightly more rustic character. Clean and stable examples.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch."

Physical Dimensions

Height

29cm (11.42")

Width

33cm (12.99")

Depth

23cm (9.06")

Declaration

Steven Swann Antiques has dated these Antique Wooden Country Stools to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1231258

Dealers Internal Reference

SA1650

Description

"A near pair of 19th-century stools, one in pine and the other in oak. Both of similar form, each with a pierced carry handle to the top.

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The pine example shows pronounced wear and colour to the seat, while the oak stool is of slightly more refined construction, with visible medullary rays and pinned joinery.

Steven Swann Antiques

fig 1. A pair of small 19th-century wooden country stools constructed from dark oak and pine with cut-out trestle legs. — fig 1. Pair of 19th-century Stools (Oak and Pine)

Versatile pieces, suited to use as low seating or informal stands.

Condition Report

Both in excellent solid condition. One stool of slightly more rustic character. Clean and stable examples.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch."

Physical Dimensions

Height

29cm (11.42")

Width

33cm (12.99")

Depth

23cm (9.06")

Date of Manufacture

Steven Swann Antiques has dated these Antique Wooden Country Stools to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1231258

Dealers Internal Ref

SA1650

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19th-century country stools were utilitarian household items handcrafted for farmhouses and cottages across rural Britain. Often made by local carpenters or home woodworkers, they featured simple board construction and vernacular joinery designed for daily domestic tasks.

Craftsmen typically utilised locally sourced hardwoods like oak, elm, or beech for sturdy legs and frames, often paired with softwoods such as pine for seats or aprons. Construction often relied on pegged joints, hand-planed boards, and simple wedged tenons without complex iron hardware.

Authentic pieces display signs of historical wear, such as smooth rounded edges on timber from repeated handling, irregular hand-cut saw marks, and uneven shrinkage around joints. Oxidisation around old iron nails or wooden pegs also indicates genuine age.

These versatile small seats work effectively as plant stands, low side tables beside an armchair, or decorative accents on a hearth. Pairing raw, textured timber against a clean contemporary architectural backdrop creates a balanced textural contrast.

Dust regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax paste annually to nourish the timber. Avoid placing solid wood items directly next to heat sources or in damp environments to prevent cracking and warping.

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