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Quality Early Victorian Mahogany Stool Bidet
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Quality Early Victorian Mahogany Stool Bidet

19th century
Sold 23 February 2025 · Eclectic Antiques
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Description

Superb quality Cuban mahogany Victorian stool form bidet of the type often used as a baby’s bath. The removable box form top reveals a fitted white ceramic bowl to the interior, which is also removable for cleansing.

Standing on four turned & hexagonal column legs, which are solid & stable, this item is in good condition as shown.

Dating from the period before house’s had the benefit of running water this item in it’s time would have graced a bathroom or bedroom of a fine home.

The white ceramic bowl measures 45cm internally.

Physical Dimensions
Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Eclectic Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Stool Bidet to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA958668
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Superb quality Cuban mahogany Victorian stool form bidet of the type often used as a baby’s bath.
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The removable box form top reveals a fitted white ceramic bowl to the interior, which is also removable for cleansing.
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fig 1. An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin.
fig 1. Quality Early Victorian Mahogany Stool Bidet

Standing on four turned & hexagonal column legs, which are solid & stable, this item is in good condition as shown.

Dating from the period before house’s had the benefit of running water this item in it’s time would have graced a bathroom or bedroom of a fine home.

The white ceramic bowl measures 45cm internally.

Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Eclectic Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Stool Bidet to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA958668
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2018
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Archive I An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Quality Early Victorian Mahogany Stool Bidet

Archive II An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View II
Archive III An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View III
Archive IV An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View IV
Archive V An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View V
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Archive VIII An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View VIII
Archive IX An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View IX
Archive X An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View X
Archive XI An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View XI
Archive XII An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View XII
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Archive XIV An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin. View XIV
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An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin.
Quality Early Victorian Mahogany Stool Bidet
Ref: SA958668
An early Victorian mahogany stool bidet disassembled to show its timber frame, cover lid, and removable white ceramic basin.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEarly Victorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Ceramic
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Removable ceramic liner, Fitted wooden cover lid
  • SizeH 47 cm (19 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 34 cm (13 in)

FAQs

Bidet stools became popular in British households during the Georgian and Victorian periods as personal hygiene practices evolved, typically kept in private dressing rooms or bedrooms before indoor plumbing was commonplace.

These items were predominantly crafted from solid timber frames such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, often housing a removable glazed ceramic or earthenware basin inside.

Authenticity is determined by period-appropriate construction methods, hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional wood seasoning, hand-turned legs, and the presence of original glazed earthenware liners with appropriate crazing and wear consistent with age.

In contemporary spaces, these items are frequently repurposed as decorative plant stands, unique side tables, or standalone historical display pieces in bathrooms and hallways.

Preservation involves dusting with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, and periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish and protect the wooden surface.
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