Antique Upholstered Wood Serpentine Storage Footstool on Bun Feet

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Dating to the late 19th -early 20th century, this charming serpentine-form footstool features a beautifully shaped wooden case raised on … Read more Dating to the late 19th -early 20th century, this charming serpentine-form footstool features a beautifully shaped wooden case raised on turned bun feet and topped with a removable upholstered lid. The graceful curves and substantial construction give the piece a presence far beyond its compact size.

The lift-off top reveals a surprisingly spacious storage compartment, making the piece equally useful as a footstool, sewing box, knitting storage, or decorative accent beside a favorite chair. Upholstered in a richly patterned fabric featuring scrolling foliate and floral motifs in red and gold tones, the lid beautifully complements the aged wood case while enhancing the piece's traditional character.

I especially love the combination of form and function. The hidden storage is practical, but it's the sculptural curves and wonderfully aged character that make the piece feel special. The underside of the lid retains two circular fabric-covered pads, which may have been intended for storing pins or needles, suggesting the piece may originally have served as a sewing box. See less