A fine late 19th century mahogany window seat or dressing table stool in the Louis XVI style, with twin outswept side rails raised above the seat and with carved and fluted rests, with scrolled uprights with foliate carved bases, and with seat rails carved with twisted ribbon on tapering carved foliate and fluted supports, and upholstered in a pale pink damask with a double piped border. English, in the French style, circa 1890.
Condition: Excellent, the seat is solid and robust and comfortable to sit on, the structure is sound and free from undue wobbling, the carving is crisp and overall the piece has a lovely rich warm colour. The material is a little faded but is free from stains or tears.
Dimensions:
Height = 62 cm (24.25”)
Width = 66 cm (26”)
Depth = 41 cm (16”)
Seat height = 43 cm (17”)