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Elegant French Decorative Hand Carved Walnut Stool
For sale by French Lavender Antiques and Interiors
for sale €584     $634
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Elegant French Decorative Hand Carved Walnut Stool

19th century
Description

French elegant stool with a lovely patina to the walnut, very comfortable with a sprung seat. ready for re holstering in your own fabric.

We are happy to answer any questions, So please call us on 07976 267869

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

French Lavender Antiques and Interiors has dated this French Carved Walnut Stool to the 1880s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA459378
Dealers Internal Reference
SA880
Dealers Notes

We are happy to answer any questions, So please call us on 07976 267869

Description
French elegant stool with a lovely patina to the walnut, very comfortable with a sprung seat. ready for re holstering in your own fabric.

We are happy to answer any questions, So please call us on 07976 267869

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

French Lavender Antiques and Interiors has dated this French Carved Walnut Stool to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA459378
Dealers Internal Ref
SA880
French Lavender Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012
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A French Louis XV style walnut stool featuring hand-carved cabriole legs and a cream upholstered patterned seat.
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Archive I A French Louis XV style walnut stool featuring hand-carved cabriole legs and a cream upholstered patterned seat.

Elegant French Decorative Hand Carved Walnut Stool

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French Lavender Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07976 267 869
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Worcestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/frenchlavender
Verified Since Dec 2012
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A French Louis XV style walnut stool featuring hand-carved cabriole legs and a cream upholstered patterned seat.
Elegant French Decorative Hand Carved Walnut Stool
Ref: SA459378
A French Louis XV style walnut stool featuring hand-carved cabriole legs and a cream upholstered patterned seat.
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  • ObjectStools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Louis XV
  • MaterialWalnut, Fabric
  • ColourMedium Brown, Cream
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Shell carving, Upholstered seat, Scroll feet
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This French Louis XV style stool dates from 1880. The frame comprises medium brown walnut with cabriole legs, scroll feet, and a prominent shell carving on the apron. The top is fitted with an upholstered cream-patterned fabric seat finished with decorative trim, providing a comfortable sprung structure. The wood displays a patinated finish, showing signs of age and wear. The piece measures 46 cm high, 55 cm wide, and 55 cm deep in total dimensions. In a contemporary home interior, this item functions well as a seat at the foot of the bed or as a decorative accent piece in a living room, bedroom, or dressing area. It provides a practical and portable surface for seating or resting items while bringing a classic French chateau aesthetic to the space.

FAQs

Louis XV style stools typically feature curvilinear silhouettes, carved aprons, and ornate details such as shell motifs or scrollwork. They are defined by slender cabriole legs and low-profile upholstered seats designed for comfortable occasional seating.

Traditional French stools were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods like walnut, beech, or oak, which allowed for detailed hand carving. Upholstery utilised natural horsehair or wool padding supported by webbing and finished with textile trims.

Authentic period pieces display subtle hand-carving irregularities, traditional wooden peg joinery, and natural age-related wear along the feet. The underside of the frame often reveals hand-sawn timber and traditional upholstery tacks.

Position the stool at the foot of a bed, under a dressing table console, or in a quiet room alcove to add historical texture. Combining rich carved walnut with neutral contemporary fabrics creates a balanced contrast between old and new.

Dust the carved woodwork regularly using a soft brush, and treat the walnut with natural beeswax paste annually to maintain the timber finish. Vacuum the upholstered seat gently on low suction and dab spills immediately with an absorbent dry cloth.
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