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19th Century Vernacular Sheffield Cutlers Stool
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19th Century Vernacular Sheffield Cutlers Stool

19th century
Sold 5 November 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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A wonderful and rare 19th century ash and elm cutlers stool with hand turned ribbed legs making this stool specific to Sheffield area. What makes this stool rather unusual is that it appears to have a period modification and fitted with a pine back support. I have had a couple of these stools in the past and have never seen one with this design. A nice attractive tone and wear throughout with no signs of repair.

48cm wide

103cm high

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Cutlers Stool to the 19th Century.

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SA1017541
Description
A wonderful and rare 19th century ash and elm cutlers stool with hand turned ribbed legs making this stool specific to Sheffield area.
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What makes this stool rather unusual is that it appears to have a period modification and fitted with a pine back support.
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

I have had a couple of these stools in the past and have never seen one with this design. A nice attractive tone and wear throughout with no signs of repair.

48cm wide

103cm high

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Cutlers Stool to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1017541
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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A dark brown antique wooden cutlers stool featuring a low backrest, pegged construction, and three splayed legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A dark brown antique wooden cutlers stool featuring a low backrest, pegged construction, and three splayed legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Vernacular Sheffield Cutlers Stool

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07926 880796
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Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/desiredeffectltd
Verified Since Jun 2023
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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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A dark brown antique wooden cutlers stool featuring a low backrest, pegged construction, and three splayed legs.
19th century vernacular Sheffield cutlers stool
Ref: SA1017541
A dark brown antique wooden cutlers stool featuring a low backrest, pegged construction, and three splayed legs.
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  • ObjectStools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleIndustrial Vernacular
  • MaterialOak, Elm, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsLow backrest, Pegged construction, Tripod base, Saddle seat
  • SizeH 103 cm (41 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

FAQs

A Sheffield cutlers stool is a traditional piece of vernacular seating historically used by artisans and metalworkers in the industrial workshops of South Yorkshire during the 18th and 19th centuries. These utilitarian seats were specifically constructed to withstand rigorous daily use in artisanal trades.

These items are typically constructed from native British timbers such as oak, elm, ash, and pine, featuring pegged joints, saddle-shaped seats, and robust tripod or four-legged bases designed for stability on uneven workshop floors.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate tool marks, historical surface wear, oxidisation of the timber, and pegged construction methods rather than modern metal fixings or adhesives.

This type of seating can be integrated into contemporary spaces as a functional desk seat, a plant stand, or a sculptural accent piece that introduces historical texture and honest materiality to minimalist rooms.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources and applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the historic timber surface without altering its natural patina.
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