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Pair of Rosewood Foot Stools
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Pair of Rosewood Foot Stools

19th century
Description

Pair of Victorian rosewoood foot stools, in need of reupholstering. Some old minor repairs on 2 of the legs, see photos.

Physical Dimensions
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Adrian Hornsey Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Footstools Pair to the Victorian era.

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SA1240942
Dealers Internal Reference
AH03
Description
Pair of Victorian rosewoood foot stools, in need of reupholstering. Some old minor repairs on 2 of the legs, see photos.
Height
28cm (11.02")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Adrian Hornsey Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Footstools Pair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240942
Dealers Internal Ref
AH03
Adrian Hornsey Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2026
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A pair of antique rosewood footstools featuring carved cabriole legs and calico-wrapped padded tops.
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Archive I A pair of antique rosewood footstools featuring carved cabriole legs and calico-wrapped padded tops.

Pair of Rosewood Foot Stools

Archive II A pair of antique rosewood footstools featuring carved cabriole legs and calico-wrapped padded tops. View II
Archive III A pair of antique rosewood footstools featuring carved cabriole legs and calico-wrapped padded tops. View III
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Adrian Hornsey Antiques
Telephone 07836 347501
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Devon
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/Pauline
Verified Since Oct 2026
Items For Sale 49
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Adrian Hornsey Antiques
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A pair of antique rosewood footstools featuring carved cabriole legs and calico-wrapped padded tops.
Pair of rosewood foot stools
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A pair of antique rosewood footstools featuring carved cabriole legs and calico-wrapped padded tops.
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  • ObjectFootstools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRosewood, Calico
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Carved aprons, Scroll feet, Upholstered top
  • SizeH 28 cm (11 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 34 cm (13 in)

A pair of Victorian footstools comes in dark brown rosewood with unrefined calico-wrapped padded tops awaiting reupholstering. Each piece follows a traditional English country house style characterised by elegant cabriole legs terminating in scroll feet, alongside detailed carved aprons beneath the seat frame. Visible details include old minor repairs on two of the legs and exposed tack strips holding the off-white fabric in place. The woodwork displays a warm grain with subtle variations in tone across the curved surfaces. Measuring 28 cm high, 36 cm wide, and 34 cm deep, these compact items fit comfortably in traditional or period settings. They find an ideal home placed before a fireplace hearth as classic foot rests or used as low decorative accents in a living room seating arrangement.

FAQs

Victorian rosewood footstools typically feature rich, dark timber frames with prominent grain patterns, shaped aprons, and carved cabriole or turned legs. They were designed as low-profile seating accents or footrests to accompany formal armchairs.

Antique footstools were constructed using solid timber frameworks, such as rosewood or mahogany, joined with traditional mortise and tenon carpentry. The cushioning layer historically comprised jute webbing, coiled steel springs, natural hair padding, and calico lining.

Authentic pieces display distinct dark brown timber with fine, dark streak graining and hand-carved detailing along the apron and legs. Look for signs of age on the underside, including hand-cut joinery, aged webbing, and hand-tacked upholstery fasteners.

Positioning a pair of footstools symmetrically at the foot of a bed or beside a fireplace adds structural balance. Re-upholstering the tops in modern, high-textured fabrics such as linen or velvet creates a balanced contrast between historical woodwork and contemporary decor.

Dust timber surfaces regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the woods natural lustre. Keep timber away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent drying out, warping, or colour bleaching.
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