Victorian Mahogany Upholstered Square Footstool 19th Century

Name: Victorian Mahogany Upholstered Square Footstool
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA955377
Price: 125 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectFootstools
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Fabric
ColourDark Brown, Cream
MotifsPlinth base, Turned bun feet, Braided trim, Leaf pattern fabric
SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 33 cm (13 in)

This Victorian footstool from the 19th century combines a dark brown mahogany frame with cream fabric patterned with brown leaves. The square piece features a plinth base, turned bun feet, and a braided trim along the lower upholstery edge. The show-wood lower section tapers slightly toward the top, holding an upholstered cushion with a botanical motif. Measuring 19 cm high, 33 cm wide, and 33 cm deep, the stool has a compact proportion suited for domestic spaces. In a modern interior, this footstool functions practically as a footrest or occasional seat. It integrates well into an English Country House setting, fitting naturally placed at the end of a sofa or before an armchair in a living room or study. The combination of turned wooden supports and patterned textile offers a traditional seating accessory for daily use.

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Victorian footstools are low, upholstered seating accessories or footrests designed during the nineteenth century, typically featuring solid timber bases crafted from mahogany or walnut alongside decorative fabric coverings.

These pieces were constructed using hardwoods such as solid mahogany or rosewood for the plinth and feet, combined with internal webbing, horsehair or wool padding, and fabric upholstery secured with braid or brass studs.

Authentic pieces display hand-turned bun feet, hand-jointed timber frames, authentic age-related patination on the mahogany, and evidence of traditional upholstery techniques like hessian webbing underneath the covering.

A low Victorian footstool functions as an accent piece alongside an armchair, an informal low side table when paired with a tray, or a footrest within a living room or reading corner.

Treat the timber base periodically with specialised beeswax polish to preserve the finish, and clean the upholstery fabric gently using a soft brush vacuum attachment without applying harsh chemicals.

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