Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10

Antique Wooden provincial Rustic Stool, France 1880s

$647.14
£479.17
€550VAT Included
CA$901.37
A$917.03
CHF 525.55
MX$11,041.56
NOK 6,142.68
SEK 6,169.64
DKK 4,193.98

About the Item

A beautifully authentic example of late‑19th‑century French rural design, this wooden rustic stool from the 1880s embodies the quiet elegance and practicality of provincial craftsmanship. Hand‑carved from solid timber, it carries the tactile warmth and irregular charm that only true vernacular furniture can offer. The stool’s compact form, gently worn edges, and time‑softened surface speak to decades of everyday use in a farmhouse or workshop setting. Its sturdy legs and subtly shaped seat reflect the maker’s intuitive understanding of form and function, crafted not for ornament, but for durability and honest utility. Over more than a century, the wood has developed a rich, natural patina, deepening its character and giving the piece a soulful presence. Despite its humble origins, the stool now reads as a sculptural accent, perfectly suited for interiors that embrace wabi‑sabi, rustic minimalism, or French country aesthetics. It can serve as a small side table, a display stand, or a decorative object that introduces texture and authenticity to a space. A genuine 19th‑century artifact with enduring charm, this French rustic stool offers a poetic glimpse into everyday life of the 1880s; simple, functional, and full of history.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 15.36 in (39 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)Seat Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Meulebeke, BE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 23-00181stDibs: LU6288248655552

More From This Seller

View All
Rustic hand crafted wooden stool, France ca. 1880

Rustic hand crafted wooden stool, France ca. 1880

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1880 / stool / wood / rustic / mid-century / French provance A rustic wooden bench with brown paint and a beautiful patina due to age. This French bench has nice details a...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

19th Century oak rectangular joint stool or table with turned legs, France ca. 1

19th Century oak rectangular joint stool or table with turned legs, France ca. 1

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1820 / stool / oak / Rustic Antique oak joint stool crafted in France. The top has a beveled edge, following down to scalloped aprons. The stool is supported on beautiful h...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Stools

Materials

Oak

Small rustic wooden stool with curved base, France ca. 1900

Small rustic wooden stool with curved base, France ca. 1900

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A charming example of rural French craftsmanship, this early 20th‑century wooden stool embodies the simplicity and authenticity of everyday furniture from the countryside. Its compac...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

Rustic Wooden Stool with Exceptional Patina, Belgium 1880s

Rustic Wooden Stool with Exceptional Patina, Belgium 1880s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A humble yet evocative artifact of 19th-century rural craftsmanship, this rustic wooden stool from the 1880s embodies the quiet dignity of vernacular design. Handcrafted from solid h...

Category

Antique 1880s Belgian Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Rustic Oak Stool, circa 1900

French Provincial Rustic Oak Stool, circa 1900

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1900 / Stool / Oak / Rustic / French Provincial A charming example of turn-of-the-century French Provincial design, this rustic oak stool from circa 1900 exudes timeless ...

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Stools

Materials

Oak

Small rustic wooden stool with curved base, France ca. 1900

Small rustic wooden stool with curved base, France ca. 1900

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A charming example of rural French craftsmanship, this early 20th‑century wooden stool embodies the simplicity and authenticity of everyday furniture from the countryside. Its compac...

Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

You May Also Like

Late 19th Century French Antique Elm Piano Stool

Late 19th Century French Antique Elm Piano Stool

Located in Southampton, GB

Antique Elm Piano Stool. Adjustable height , great soft wear and colour. France, circa 1900. Height - 44 cm - 60 cm Seat Diameter - 31 cm Please message if any further info or pho...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Stools

Materials

Elm

Italian antique square seat stool in decorated wood, late 1800s

Italian antique square seat stool in decorated wood, late 1800s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian antique square seat stool in decorated wood, late 1800s Pair of stools entirely in worked wood. The two lateral legs have carved and decorated profiles with rounded lines and...

Category

Antique 1890s Italian Stools

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Oak Stool c1890

Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Oak Stool c1890

Located in RANDWICK, AU

An authentic Gothic Revival oak stool from circa 1890, showcasing the architectural elegance of the late 19th century. The piece features a distinctive carved top with a lancet windo...

Category

Antique 1890s French Gothic Stools

Materials

Oak

Rustic Stool or Side Table in Solid Turned and Carved Oak 19th Century

Rustic Stool or Side Table in Solid Turned and Carved Oak 19th Century

Located in Meer, VAN

Rustic Stool or Side Table in Solid Turned and Carved Oak, Europe, 19th Century. A very nice mid to late 19th century stool - or side table - in turned and carved solid oak. Great...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Side Tables

Materials

Oak

French Mahogany Stool, 19th Century

French Mahogany Stool, 19th Century

Located in Warminster, GB

A turned mahogany stool or side table. French, 19C. Stock ref. #3056 In good sturdy order with charming wear. 55 x 46 x 46 cm (21.7 x 18.1 x 18.1 ") Top measures: 36 x 35.5 cm (...

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Stools

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Carved Oak Joint Stool

19th Century English Carved Oak Joint Stool

Located in High Point, NC

Mid-19th-century hand carved decorated oak joint stool from England. The top has a beveled edge and follows down to a hand carved decorated apron. The apron is decorated on all fou...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Stools

Materials

Oak