{"product_id":"antique-carved-oak-stool-hinged-lid-storage","title":"Antique Carved Oak Stool with Hinged Lid \u0026 Storage","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAntique Carved Oak Stool with Hinged Lid \u0026amp; Storage\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eA characterful \u003cstrong\u003eAntique Carved Oak Stool with Hinged Lid \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining the practical proportions of a small stool with the enclosed form of a traditional box or diminutive coffer. Richly carved to the front and sides, the hinged oak lid opens to reveal useful concealed storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique English carved oak stool with hinged lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact box-form construction with useful internal storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrongly carved front with repeating architectural arcaded decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarved side supports with geometric and stylised foliate detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak construction with substantial boarded top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinged lid retained on traditional iron strap hinges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm, naturally aged oak surface with considerable character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 33 cm height suitable as an occasional or fireside stool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm relates closely to traditional small coffers and Bible boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish antique dating to the early–mid 18th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFull Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eAntique Carved Oak Stool with Hinged Lid \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e is an unusual piece of early English furniture, combining a compact four-legged stool form with the enclosed storage traditionally associated with small coffers and Bible boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed in solid oak, the stool has a substantial rectangular hinged top above a deep box-form body, raised on four broad supports. The front is particularly distinctive, carved with a repeated architectural arrangement of rounded arches alternating with smaller stylised foliate motifs. The carving continues around the sides, where deeper geometric and shaped decoration gives the stool considerable visual interest from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hinged oak lid opens on a pair of traditional iron strap hinges to reveal a simple storage compartment. Its construction and proportions relate closely to the tradition of small English oak coffers and Bible boxes, although today the form lends itself particularly well to use as a \u003cstrong\u003esmall antique stool with concealed storage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 33 cm high and 52 cm wide, it has an appealingly diminutive scale. It can sit beside a fireside chair or sofa, beneath a window, in a bedroom or hallway, where it provides both a useful low surface and discreet storage. Its compact proportions also allow the carved oak stool to work comfortably within traditional, country-house and more pared-back contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak has developed a warm, mellow surface through age and handling, with softened edges, tonal variation and wear visible across the top, carving and supports. Rather than appearing overly formal, the irregularity of the hand-worked construction and carving gives the stool the individual character associated with early vernacular English furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll measurements are approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid English oak construction with a boarded hinged top, carved oak front and side elements and four substantial supports. The lid retains traditional iron strap hinges. Hand-worked carving and an naturally aged, patinated surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition with considerable surface wear, marks, softened edges and tonal variation consistent with its age and long use. There are areas of historic movement and wear to the timber, particularly around the top and extremities. The irregularities form part of the character of this early oak furniture and are visible in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \/ Period\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e England\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 18th century early 19th century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact scale makes this antique carved oak stool particularly useful beside a fireside chair, sofa or bed, or as a small occasional stool within a hallway or living room. The hinged lid provides concealed storage while the carving gives the stool enough architectural presence to stand alone as a decorative object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this an antique stool or a Bible box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its construction combines characteristics associated with both forms. It can be used today as a small carved oak stool with hinged storage, while its box-form construction relates closely to traditional English Bible boxes and diminutive coffers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the hinged lid open for storage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The oak top lifts on traditional iron strap hinges to reveal a useful internal storage compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How old is the stool?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The construction, oak, carving and ironwork are consistent with an early to mid 18th-century English date, circa 1700–1750.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Object Stands Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes this \u003cstrong\u003eantique carved oak stool\u003c\/strong\u003e is the combination of compact scale, practical storage and unusually extensive decoration. The repeated architectural carving continues from the front around the sides, while the broad supports and substantial hinged top give the object a strong, almost miniature-coffer appearance. It is both useful furniture and an interesting survival of early English oak craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Campbell Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45146651099392,"sku":"1001876","price":440.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0476\/1459\/1133\/files\/DSCF9545.jpg?v=1771416578","url":"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/products\/antique-carved-oak-stool-hinged-lid-storage","provider":"Campbell Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}