Stool - Wood - Handcrafted Tripod Stool in Solid Wood

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Tripod handcrafted solid-wood stool from Italy, dating to the 1950s–1960s, with three legs, an inclined backrest with a grip hole, and dimensions of 69 cm high, 45 cm wide and 43 cm deep, weighing just over 3 kg, in good used condition with minor age-related marks.

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Handcrafted Tripod Stool in Solid Wood (Brutalist / Folk Art Style)

Description:
Rare and fascinating three-legged childbirth seat/stool, made of thick solid wood (35 mm thick). Characterized by an era-appropriate anatomical structure with a tilted backrest featuring a grasp hole and large carved side handles on the seat, designed to provide support during contractions.

An object of great ethno-anthropological impact, ideal both as a collectible piece and as a scenographic rustic décor element in Brutalist or Wabi-Sabi style.

Dimensions: Height 69 cm | Width 45 cm | Length 43 cm (Wood thickness: 35 mm)
Estimated era: Mid-20th Century (1940-1960) / Traditional Folk Art Style
Construction: three spread legs (tripod) with a solid rear comb-like mortise and tenon joint
Condition: Excellent structural condition, solid and stable, with finish and patina of age well preserved.
Weight: slightly over 3 kg
Wood: Ash or Beech

Handcrafted Tripod Stool in Solid Wood (Brutalist / Folk Art Style)

Description:
Rare and fascinating three-legged childbirth seat/stool, made of thick solid wood (35 mm thick). Characterized by an era-appropriate anatomical structure with a tilted backrest featuring a grasp hole and large carved side handles on the seat, designed to provide support during contractions.

An object of great ethno-anthropological impact, ideal both as a collectible piece and as a scenographic rustic décor element in Brutalist or Wabi-Sabi style.

Dimensions: Height 69 cm | Width 45 cm | Length 43 cm (Wood thickness: 35 mm)
Estimated era: Mid-20th Century (1940-1960) / Traditional Folk Art Style
Construction: three spread legs (tripod) with a solid rear comb-like mortise and tenon joint
Condition: Excellent structural condition, solid and stable, with finish and patina of age well preserved.
Weight: slightly over 3 kg
Wood: Ash or Beech

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Handcrafted Tripod Stool in Solid Wood
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
69 cm
Width
45 cm
Depth
43 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
ItalyVerified
Private

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