An unusual diminutive vernacular stool with sculpted rounded seat c.1800
An unusual small stool of excellent colour, the thick seat formed in a fully rounded, almost pill-like form, its surface deliberately shaped rather than simply finished. This sculptural treatment is rarely encountered, departing entirely from the more typical flat or boarded examples.
Raised on four splayed legs, simply constructed and driven directly into the seat, the emphasis lies in the naïve yet assured shaping of the top — a form softened and polished through long use, with a rich, untouched surface showing honest wear and handling.
The diminutive scale and distinctive form suggest a specific, task-led use rather than a standardised type.
A quietly sculptural object with strong presence despite its diminutive size.
Wonderful colour and surface throughout.
Height: 17 cm Width: 25 cm
British, circa 1800.
