Antique Carriage Stool, Long Victorian Footrest, English, Walnut, Circa 1850 Book a three inch tapered refractor

a three inch tapered refractor for terrestrial or astronomical use

The rush seats are in very good order and contrast nicely with the frames ‰ÛÒ a blend of golden hues and deep warm browns

Finished in an appealing 'jeux de fond' cube marquetry

Rising from stout square section legs through a moulded lower plinth

The rich patina exhibited in the mahogany is beautifully framed by a box wood and ebony inlaid border

Antique Carriage Stool, Long Victorian Footrest, English, Walnut, Circa 1850 Book a three inch tapered refractorOur Stock # LFA 1807 This is an antique carriage stool, a long, early Victorian footrest in English walnut and dating to the mid 19th century, circa 1850. Solid walnut, displays well with a wax polished finish In biscuit hues, grain interest with a desirable aged patina Traditionally stuffed beneath a needlepoint tapestry cloth, would benefit from recovering Canted for comfort and broad enough to share Raised on delightful gadrooned feet beneath