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Large 19th Century Ceylonese Calamander Carved Stool
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Large 19th Century Ceylonese Calamander Carved Stool

19th century
For Sale by Colton Antiques
Description

A fine large 19th-century Ceylonese stool, crafted from richly coloured calamander wood.

This impressive piece is exceptionally well-suited for a grand entrance hall, elegant bedroom, or formal reception room.

The stool features a generously proportioned rectangular upholstered seat, supported by a beautifully carved frame decorated with intricate scrolling foliage and a prominent central floral motif. It stands on four boldly carved cabriole legs, terminating in distinctive claw-and-ball feet.

Width - 127cm

Depth - 67cm

Height - 52cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Declaration

Colton Antiques has dated this Carved Calamander Upholstered Stool to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1239383
Dealers Internal Reference
089
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A fine large 19th-century Ceylonese stool, crafted from richly coloured calamander wood.
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This impressive piece is exceptionally well-suited for a grand entrance hall, elegant bedroom, or formal reception room.
Colton Antiques
fig 1. A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat.
fig 1. Large 19th Century Ceylonese Calamander Carved Stool

The stool features a generously proportioned rectangular upholstered seat, supported by a beautifully carved frame decorated with intricate scrolling foliage and a prominent central floral motif. It stands on four boldly carved cabriole legs, terminating in distinctive claw-and-ball feet.

Width - 127cm

Depth - 67cm

Height - 52cm

Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Date of Manufacture

Colton Antiques has dated this Carved Calamander Upholstered Stool to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239383
Dealers Internal Ref
089
Colton Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2024
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Archive I A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat.

Large 19th Century Ceylonese Calamander Carved Stool

Archive II A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat. View II
Archive III A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat. View VII
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A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat.
Large 19th Century Ceylonese Calamander Carved Stool
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A 19th-century Ceylonese calamander wood stool featuring detailed floral relief carvings on the frame, cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet, and neutral upholstered seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialCalamander, Linen, Hardwood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsClaw and ball feet, Acanthus leaf carving, Relief carved apron, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 52 cm (20 in) x W 127 cm (50 in) x D 67 cm (26 in)

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Ceylonese colonial furniture from the 19th century combines European structural forms, such as Regency and Victorian styles, with traditional Sri Lankan carving techniques. Local craftsmen utilized dense indigenous timbers to create intricate relief carvings featuring scrollwork, foliage, and animal motifs.

These pieces are predominantly crafted from dense local hardwoods such as calamander, ebony, teak, and satinwood. Calamander is particularly noted for its contrasting dark and light timber grain, often paired with woven cane or padded textile upholstery for seats.

Authentic pieces exhibit high-density, heavily grained calamander timber with deep hand-carved relief work showing slight irregularities. Historical construction features include hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery, aged patination on unvarnished underside surfaces, and period-appropriate wear.

A carved colonial stool serves as a focal point when placed at the foot of a bed, beneath a console table, or in an entryway. The dark timber and textured carvings provide contrast alongside modern minimalist upholstery and neutral colour palettes.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish annually to preserve the natural grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent timber movement or surface cracking.
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