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French Walnut Adjustable Piano Stool
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for sale €439     $476
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French Walnut Adjustable Piano Stool

19th century
For Sale by Camden Antiques
Description

A charming 19th century French walnut piano stool. With a rotating top making it adjustable in height. With a lovely frame in solid walnut with crisply carved decorations, The cabriole legs are united by under-stretchers giving extra strength and stability. Cleaned and waxed in our workshops and now offered for sale in very good condition with a good colour. Some historic marks to the fabric.

Dimensions:

Diameter 38cms

Minimum heigt 48cms

Maximum height 60cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this French Walnut Piano Stool to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
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SA1202641
Dealers Internal Reference
18385
Description
A charming 19th century French walnut piano stool. With a rotating top making it adjustable in height.
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With a lovely frame in solid walnut with crisply carved decorations, The cabriole legs are united by under-stretchers giving extra strength and stability.
Camden Antiques

Cleaned and waxed in our workshops and now offered for sale in very good condition with a good colour. Some historic marks to the fabric.

Dimensions:

Diameter 38cms

Minimum heigt 48cms

Maximum height 60cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this French Walnut Piano Stool to the 1870s.

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1202641
Dealers Internal Ref
18385
Camden Antiques
Camden Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2012
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Camden Antiques Profile Page

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A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat.
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Archive I A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat.

French Walnut Adjustable Piano Stool

Archive II A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat. View II
Archive III A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat. View III
Archive IV A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat. View IV
Archive V A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat. View V
Archive VI A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat. View VI
Archive VII A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat. View VII
Archive VIII A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat. View VIII
Archive IX A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat. View IX
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Camden Antiques

Camden Antiques
Telephone 07887 503 904
Location
Units 20 & 19
The Vinery
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/camden
Verified Since Jun 2012
Items For Sale 170
Items Sold 2,478
Camden Antiques
Camden Antiques
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Location: Units 20 & 19, The Vinery, Poling, West Sussex, BN18 9PY, United Kingdom
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A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat.
French Walnut Adjustable Piano Stool
Ref: SA1202641
A French carved walnut adjustable piano stool with cabriole legs, carved floral apron, X-shaped stretcher, and a round light yellow upholstered seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPiano Stools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialWalnut, Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown, Pale Yellow
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Carved shell motif, Revolving seat, X-frame stretcher
  • SizeH 48 cm (19 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

This French walnut piano stool dates from 1870 in the French Chateau style. The piece has a round revolving seat upholstered in pale yellow fabric with a matching decorative trim, a warm brown timber frame, and an under-stretcher with a turned finial at the centre. The walnut frame includes cabriole legs, a carved shell motif, and floral carvings on the apron. Historic marks appear on the fabric. Practical dimensions are 48 cm high, 38 cm wide, and 38 cm deep. In a modern home, this stool is suitable for use at a piano or dressing table, or placed in an empty corner as an occasional seat. The adjustable revolving mechanism allows the height to vary up to 60 cm for comfortable seating.

FAQs

Traditional French piano stools, particularly from the 19th century, feature revolving adjustable seats supported by carved walnut or mahogany frames. They frequently incorporate Louis XV inspired cabriole legs, carved floral aprons, and central threaded wooden or iron spindles for height adjustment.

Craftspeople predominantly utilised dense hardwoods such as European walnut, rosewood, or mahogany for the carved framework, paired with internal iron or wooden threaded mechanisms. Seats were typically upholstered in horsehair, damask, or wool fabric secured with decorative braid or trim.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-turned wooden threads or cast iron screw mechanisms beneath the seat, along with hand-carved detailing on the legs and apron. Look for natural patination on the timber, original joinery, and traditional upholstery techniques beneath the top frame.

Beyond dedicated music spaces, an adjustable antique stool functions effectively as an occasional seat in a living room alcove or alongside a dressing table. Its compact footprint and carved timber details introduce texture and historical detail against streamlined modern decor.

Dust the carved timber regularly with a soft cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish periodically, avoiding build-up in intricate carving. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources to prevent wood shrinkage, and clean fabric upholstery using a gentle brush attachment.
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