Pair of Victorian Cabriole Leg Stools 19th Century

Name: Pair of Victorian Cabriole Leg Stools
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA959022
Price: 625 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectFootstools
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Textile, Gimp Braid
ColourPink, Dark Brown
MotifsCabriole legs, Serpentine apron, Braided gimp trim
SizeH 45.5 cm (18 in) x W 45.5 cm (18 in) x D 45.5 cm (18 in)

These Victorian footstools serve as comfortable bedroom or living room accessories, traditionally placed at the foot of the bed or alongside a fireside armchair for relaxation. Each piece features a square upholstered seat covered in a pink textile, finished along the lower edge with a decorative braided gimp trim. The sturdy frames rest upon dark brown polished cabriole legs with carved curves, supporting serpentine-shaped aprons on all sides. Standing at 45.5 cm high, 45.5 cm wide, and 45.5 cm deep, these compact items fit easily into dressing rooms, parlours, or guest bedrooms to provide additional occasional seating or a place to rest feet.

FAQs

Victorian cabriole leg furniture is defined by double-curved legs that arch outwards and taper downwards, inspired by 18th-century French Rococo designs. These pieces often feature dark, polished hardwoods and detailed hand-carving along the knees and feet.

Stools from this period were typically built using solid hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood. Upholstery foundations relied on jute webbing, coiled steel springs, natural hair padding, and woven textile coverings trimmed with gimp braid.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery, natural irregularities in hand-carved wood motifs, and subtle wear patterns along the feet and framework. The underside often reveals historic webbing, hand-tacked upholstery, or aged timber framing.

A pair of low upholstered stools can be positioned at the foot of a bed, placed together under a console table, or arranged around a fireplace hearth. Incorporating period seating alongside contemporary furniture adds texture, warmth, and visual interest to a room.

Carved wooden legs should be dusted with a soft cloth and polished periodically using natural beeswax. Fabric upholstery requires gentle vacuuming with a brush attachment and prompt spot cleaning without harsh chemical solvents.

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Pair of Victorian Cabriole Leg Stools