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Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact
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Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Gilt and Gesso
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Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact.

A fine quality example of an original 1937 George V1 coronation stool by Gillows. Lined oak frame with original velvet seat and hem with no tears or significant defects, an elegant country house condition.

Recently acquired via the direct family descendants that attended the ceremony and Westminster Cathedral where each guest was invited to buy their stools or chairs as a souvenir and way to contribute towards the cost of the event.

Many examples of these have been well used with torn fabric or weak frame joints. This stands well with no wobbles or loose joints whilst the fabric retains good colour and suffered no tears.

Dimensions

Width 47cm

Height 47cm

Depth 30cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from East Sussex.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for £55, please enquire for parts of Scotland and some areas of Wales.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this 1937 George VI Coronation Stool to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244412
Description
Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact.

A fine quality example of an original 1937 George V1 coronation stool by Gillows.

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Lined oak frame with original velvet seat and hem with no tears or significant defects, an elegant country house condition.
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fig 1. An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs.
fig 1. Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact

Recently acquired via the direct family descendants that attended the ceremony and Westminster Cathedral where each guest was invited to buy their stools or chairs as a souvenir and way to contribute towards the cost of the event.

fig 2. An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs.
fig 2. Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact

Many examples of these have been well used with torn fabric or weak frame joints. This stands well with no wobbles or loose joints whilst the fabric retains good colour and suffered no tears.

Dimensions

fig 3. An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs.
fig 3. Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact

Width 47cm

Height 47cm

Depth 30cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from East Sussex.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service for £55, please enquire for parts of Scotland and some areas of Wales.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this 1937 George VI Coronation Stool to the 1930s.

Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244412
Gilt and Gesso
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs.
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Archive I An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs.

Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact

Archive II An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs. View II
Archive III An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs. View III
Archive IV An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs. View IV
Archive V An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs. View V
Archive VI An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs. View VI
Archive VII An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs. View VII
Archive VIII An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs. View VIII
Archive IX An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs. View IX
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An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs.
Original George V1 1937 Coronation Stool, Limed Oak with Velvet Seat Intact
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An original 1937 George VI coronation stool featuring a concave blue-grey velvet seat with gold braid trim set on four chamfered limed oak legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectStools
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleEnglish Country House
  • MaterialLimed Oak, Velvet, Braid
  • ColourBlue-Grey, Warm Brown
  • MotifsConcave seat, Chamfered legs, Braided trim, Limed oak finish
  • SizeH 47 cm (19 in) x W 47 cm (19 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

This George VI coronation stool originates from the 1930 period in an English Country House style. The piece consists of a limed oak frame with warm brown tones, supporting a concave velvet seat in a blue-grey shade finished with gold braided trim. Four straight, chamfered legs support the structure, showing age-appropriate wear to the timber surface while the intact upholstery exhibits no tears or significant defects. Measuring 47 cm high, 47 cm wide, and 30 cm deep, the stool stands firm with solid joints and no wobbling. Property owners typically place this compact seating at the foot of a bed or position it within a dressing room as a historical accent piece or functional bedroom seat.

FAQs

Coronation stools were commissioned for guests attending the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth at Westminster Abbey in May 1937. Manufactured by British firms such as Waring & Gillow, attendees were permitted to purchase their stools after the ceremony as historical keepsakes.

These stools were primarily constructed from solid limed oak, featuring chamfered square legs, a curved concave wooden seat frame, cotton webbing, upholstery padding, and velvet fabric trimmed with woven braid.

Authentic pieces feature a stamped mark on the underside of the oak frame, usually reading GEORGE VI alongside the year 1937 and a crown motif, often accompanied by a makers stamp or broad arrow mark.

Due to its compact dimensions and neutral profile, a coronation stool functions effectively as a dressing table seat, an entry hallway accent, or positioned at the foot of a bed in traditional and contemporary schemes.

Dust the velvet seat using a soft brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner and keep the stool away from direct sunlight to prevent fabric fading. Clean the limed oak legs with a dry cloth and apply a neutral beeswax sparingly if required.
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