Footstool - Walnut - vintage footstool

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Vintage ottoman in Louis XV style, dating to 1950–1960, with a solid walnut wood frame and red damask fabric upholstery.

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Elegant Antique Footstool in the Louis XV Style – Fine Wood and Red Damask Fabric
Item Description
For sale a refined footstool (or tabouret) in full Louis XV style, ideal for adding a touch of classical elegance to living rooms, bedrooms, or professional offices. The piece stands out for the harmony of its shapes and the artisanal quality of the construction.
Main Features
Structure: Made of solid wood (probably stained walnut or beech), finely crafted.
Design: Features the iconic cabriole legs (curved and slender) typical of French taste, which give the seat grace and stability.
Upholstery: A generously padded seat covered in a fine cardinal red damask fabric, decorated with small flame motifs or embroidered gold leaves, which create an elegant color contrast.
Details: The edging is finished with a coordinating trim that conceals the fastening points, ensuring a clean and professional finish.
Style and Placement:
This piece fits perfectly into Antique, Baroque, or Shabby Chic decor contexts. It can be used as a classic footstool in front of a bergère chair, as a small vanity stool, or as a purely decorative element.
Conditions:
The item is presented in excellent vintage condition. The wooden frame is solid and free of sagging; the fabric is well preserved, maintaining the vibrancy of the original color.

Elegant Antique Footstool in the Louis XV Style – Fine Wood and Red Damask Fabric
Item Description
For sale a refined footstool (or tabouret) in full Louis XV style, ideal for adding a touch of classical elegance to living rooms, bedrooms, or professional offices. The piece stands out for the harmony of its shapes and the artisanal quality of the construction.
Main Features
Structure: Made of solid wood (probably stained walnut or beech), finely crafted.
Design: Features the iconic cabriole legs (curved and slender) typical of French taste, which give the seat grace and stability.
Upholstery: A generously padded seat covered in a fine cardinal red damask fabric, decorated with small flame motifs or embroidered gold leaves, which create an elegant color contrast.
Details: The edging is finished with a coordinating trim that conceals the fastening points, ensuring a clean and professional finish.
Style and Placement:
This piece fits perfectly into Antique, Baroque, or Shabby Chic decor contexts. It can be used as a classic footstool in front of a bergère chair, as a small vanity stool, or as a purely decorative element.
Conditions:
The item is presented in excellent vintage condition. The wooden frame is solid and free of sagging; the fabric is well preserved, maintaining the vibrancy of the original color.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
2.5 kg
Wood type
Walnut
Title additional information
vintage footstool
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Textile, Wood
Style
Antique inspired
Colour
Red
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
26 cm
Width
42 cm
Depth
30 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
ItalyVerified
39
Objects sold
88.89%
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