Search 0
1,886  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 0 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
LATEST STOCK
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1235397
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Mahogany X-frame Stool Circa 1850
Sold by Fairford Barn Antiques
sold SA1235397
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
Fairford Barn Antiques

Fairford Barn Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Oct 2021
Browse dealers 110 items
  • About Us
    Sale of quality georgian and victorian furniture.
↓ Relevant Links
Id #SA1235397
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Mahogany X-frame Stool Circa 1850

19th century
Sold 23 October 2026 · Fairford Barn Antiques
This “Mahogany X-frame Stool Circa 1850” found a buyer.

It was listed by Fairford Barn Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Find more for sale
Antique Cross Frame StoolCarved Wooden OttomanCurule Frame Stool Ask the dealer for something similar
Description

A beautiful carved, mahogany x-frame stool circa 1850. The carved frame is joined by a turned stretcher.

The seat is in good condition.

A very attractive stool of good quality.

Height - 41cm / 16"

Seat - 47cm x 47cm / 18.5" x 18.5"

Date of Manufacture

Fairford Barn Antiques has dated this Mahogany X-frame Stool to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235397
Dealers Internal Reference
361/521/668
Dealers Notes

All items are checked by our restoration team and any work is sympathetically carried out. Therefore condition is excellent, commensurate with age and items are ready to go straight into the home for immediate use. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions or request additional pictures.

Prices are negotiable and offers welcome.

We are happy to arrange couriers or work with a courier of your choice if you wish to arrange yourself.

Viewing is welcome by appointment - just give us a call - we are normally available 7 days a week.

Payment - by bank transfer, cleared cheque, cash or via Paypal.

Customers are protected by Distance Selling Regs. which give the right to cancel purchase within 14 days after receipt of the item and receive a full refund minus transportation costs. The item must be returned in the same condition as it left. However, due to the excellent condition of our items we are confident that you will be delighted with your purchase.

Description
A beautiful carved, mahogany x-frame stool circa 1850. The carved frame is joined by a turned stretcher.

The seat is in good condition.

A very attractive stool of good quality.

Height - 41cm / 16"

Seat - 47cm x 47cm / 18.5" x 18.5"

Date of Manufacture

Fairford Barn Antiques has dated this Mahogany X-frame Stool to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235397
Dealers Internal Ref
361/521/668
Fairford Barn Antiques
Fairford Barn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021

Sale of quality georgian and victorian furniture.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Fairford Barn Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim. SOLD23 OCT 26
1 / 7
Archive I A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim. SOLD23 OCT 26

Mahogany X-frame Stool Circa 1850

Archive II A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim. View II
Archive III A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim. View III
Archive IV A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim. View IV
Archive V A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim. View V
Archive VI A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim. View VI
Archive VII A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim. View VII
Enlarged Archival View
Fairford Barn Antiques

Fairford Barn Antiques
Telephone 01285 711660 or 07773 332308
Location
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/fairfordbarnantiques
Verified Since Oct 2021
Items For Sale 110
Items Sold 36
Fairford Barn Antiques
Fairford Barn Antiques
Verified Since Oct 2021
View Dealer Info
Location: Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/fairfordbarnantiques
Verified
Oct 2021
For Sale
110
Sold
36
A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim.
Mahogany x-frame stool circa 1850
Ref: SA1235397
A mid-19th century mahogany X-frame stool featuring carved scroll legs, a central flower motif, and a red patterned upholstered seat with braided trim.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFootstools & Ottomans
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Textile
  • ColourRed, Warm Brown
  • MotifsX-frame legs, Scroll feet, Floral carved centre, Braided trim

This Victorian footstool dates from circa 1850 and belongs to the English Country House style. The piece takes the form of an X-frame stool made from mahogany with a warm brown timber colour. The carved frame includes scroll feet, a floral carved centre, and a turned stretcher, while the top has a red patterned upholstered seat finished with a blue, red and cream braided trim. The frame measures 41 cm in height with a seat measuring 47 cm by 47 cm. In a contemporary home, this item works well placed at the foot of the bed or used as an occasional footstool in a living room. The seat upholstery remains in good condition, and the wooden structure displays visible grain patterns and deep carved scroll details along the legs.

FAQs

An X-frame stool, based on the historical curule design originating in classical antiquity, features crossing timber legs that form an X shape. The style saw major revivals during the Regency and Victorian periods, valued for its structural stability and classical proportions.

Mid-19th-century examples were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut. Upholstery originally consisted of natural horsehair stuffing overlaid with wool tapestry, damask, or needlework textiles.

Authentic period stools display hand-carved details such as scrolls and central floral rosettes, traditional joinery techniques, and natural patination on timber surfaces. Original frames often show evidence of historical re-upholstery or traditional webbed seat construction.

A carved mahogany stool functions well as an accent piece placed at the foot of a bed, alongside a sofa, or beside a fireplace. Mixing rich wood tones and patterned textiles with modern neutral decor adds depth and historic texture to contemporary rooms.

Dust wood frames regularly with a soft cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish annually to preserve the timber. Protect woven textiles from direct sunlight to prevent fading, and vacuum upholstery gently using a soft brush attachment.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories