What is a wooden music stool?

A wooden music stool is a specialised seat designed for musicians playing pianos or other instruments, often featuring adjustable height mechanisms. They appear in various timber forms such as mahogany, walnut, and oak across different periods including the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

How do I adjust the height?

Many period music stools utilise a revolving screw mechanism that raises or lowers the upholstered seat when turned. Others employ rise and fall systems built into the wooden frame to achieve the desired seating position.

What is a duet piano stool?

A duet piano stool is an extended version of the standard seat, built wider to accommodate two people playing together. These pieces often date from the Victorian and Edwardian periods and are frequently constructed from mahogany.