Rosewood Stool Circa 1840 19th Century

Name: Rosewood Stool Circa 1840
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1245041
Price: 345 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectStools
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialRosewood, Velvet
ColourDark Brown, Red
MotifsTurned legs, Baluster legs, Square seat, Padded upholstery

This early Victorian rosewood stool, dating from circa 1840, combines a dark brown wooden frame with a padded square seat upholstered in bright red velvet. The piece stands on four turned baluster legs with ring and bulbous details that taper toward the floor. The exposed timber shows a deep, polished grain finish, while the velvet upholstery is neat and taut over the cushion. The stool has a height of 38 cm. In a modern interior, this versatile seating option suits placement at the foot of the bed, beneath a dressing table, or beside a fireside as a low footstool or extra seat. Its compact proportions allow it to fit easily into bedrooms, dressing rooms, or living spaces.

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Stools from the circa 1840 period bridge the late William IV and early Victorian eras. They are typically defined by dense Brazilian or East Indian rosewood frames, hand-turned baluster legs, and rich dark timber tones offset by fabric upholstery.

Frames were built using solid rosewood or thick rosewood veneers over hardwood timber using mortise and tenon joints. Seats utilised corner blocks for stability and traditional upholstery methods involving jute webbing, horsehair padding, and hand-tacked textiles.

Authentic 19th-century pieces exhibit distinct dark, streaky grain patterns characteristic of rosewood, hand-turned woodwork with subtle variations, period-appropriate timber joinery, and natural oxidisation on the underside of the frame.

A compact rosewood stool works well placed at the foot of a bed, beneath a console table, or alongside a fireside armchair. The deep dark wood tone complements neutral plaster walls and contemporary upholstery fabrics.

Dust timber elements regularly with a microfibre cloth and apply beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the finish. Vacuum the upholstered seat gently with a soft brush attachment and keep the item away from direct sunlight and central heating sources.

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