Antique Stools

Fireside Antiques offers antique benches and stools. We source many of our antiques on buying trips to England and France.  Here, you will find a vast selection of European antique stools and benches.

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  • French Louis XVI Style Gilt Low Stool

    $695.00

    14"H x 21.75"W x 19.75"D

    Dimensions: 14” H x 21 ¾” W x 19 ¾” D

    A Louis XVI style gold gilt low stool made in France during the 1800’s. This stool is upholstered in toile fabric and rests on gilt tapered and fluted legs. There is a small stain on the seat upholstery, be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this vintage low stool.

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    Vintage French Oak Petite Stool

    $175.00

    12.50"H x 10.25"W x 10.25"D

    Dimensions: 12 ½” H x 10 ¼” W x 10 ¼” D

    A petite French oak stool with playful bobbin legs. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this stool is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition.

  • French Oak Petite Round Stool

    $420.00

    17.25"H x 12"W x 12"D

    Dimensions: 17 ¼” H x 12” W x 12” D

    A petite vintage oak stool made in France. This stool has rings carved into its top and ends on three sturdy turned legs. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this stool is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition.

  • French 19th Century Pine Stool

    $650.00

    17.75"H x 17.75"W x 12.75"D

    Dimensions: 17 ¾” H x 17 ¾” W x 12 ¾” D

    A vintage French stool or side table. This stool has sturdy pine legs with a stretcher base for additional support. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this stool is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition.

  • Vintage Upholstered Storage Stool with Fringe

    $450.00

    13.75"H x 20.75"W x 15.25"D

    Dimensions: 13 ¾” H x 20 ¾” W x 15 ¼” D

    A French vintage stool upholstered in a multicolored floral print fabric with coordinating fringe. The top lifts off to reveal a storage cavity 8”H x 18 ⅛”W x 13”D. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this vintage convertible storage trunk.

  • Swedish Carved & Painted Window Seat

    $1,400.00

    24.75"H x 24"W x 14.25"D

    Dimensions: 24 ¾” H x 24” W x 14 ¼” D

    A hand carved hall or window bench made in Sweden. This sturdy window seat is made from hand painted wood and has a cane bottom with a removable custom cushion (the cushion has been used). The bench has carved arms and the whole is raised on tapered legs. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this window seat. Seat height: 16 ¼”

  • French Oak Bobbin Bar Stool

    $675.00

    32.50"H x 17.50"W x 17.50"D

    Dimensions: 32 ½” H x 17 ½” W x 17 ½” D

    A tall French bar stool or table has playful bobbin oak legs with a stretcher base. Would work well as a plant stand or taller table. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this stool is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view all the images.

  • French Louis XVI Style Piano Stool

    $595.00

    20"H x 14"W x 14"D

    Dimensions: 20” H x 14” W x 14” D

    A round French piano stool made of carved rosewood and mahogany in the Louis XVI Style. The top cushion is made of cut velvet upholstery with nailhead trim. The center of the stool has a functioning steel screw to raise and lower the seat height making this a versatile antique. Carved and fluted legs connect to an elaborate, hand-carved X shaped stretcher with a decorative finial in its center. Be sure to view the detailed images for a closer look. Max seat height is 26”

  • French Needlepoint Piano Stool

    $595.00

    19"H x 13.25"W x 13.25"D

    Dimensions: 19” H x 13 ¼” W x 13 ¼” D

    A round French piano stool made of turned wood with an ebonized finish. The top cushion is upholstered with a needlepoint fabric and nailhead trim. The center of the stool has a functioning steel screw to raise and lower the seat height making this a versatile antique. Be sure to view the detailed images for a closer look. Max seat height is 29”

  • French 19th Century Upholstered Stool

    $1,100.00

    16.50"H x 20.38"W x 20.38"D

    Dimensions: 16 ½” H x 20 ⅜” W x 20 ⅜” D

    A lightweight square stool from the late 1800’s. The comfortable cushion is covered in cut velvet upholstery and has a diagonal quatrefoil design with nailhead trim. Raised on turned wood legs with an ebonized finish. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this stool.

  • English 19th Century Oak Stool

    $1,200.00

    22"H x 21"W x 16.50"D

    Dimensions: 22” H x 21” W x 16 ½” D

    A sturdy, hand carved, solid oak stool from the 1800’s. The top cushion is filled with horse hair and is ready for its next layer of upholstery. The firm cushion is resting over four turned and carved dark oak legs connected with stretchers, adding to its stability. Cleaned and polished with French paste wax this stool is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition.

  • French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Stool

    $1,200.00

    17.25"H x 16"W x 16"D

    Dimensions: 17 ¼” H x 16” W x 16” D

    A beautiful vintage stool perfect for any space. Made in France, this 19th century stool has a brightly colored leather upholstered seat, atop four elegantly fluted and tapered legs with brass nailheads. There is a floral design carved into each corner above the legs, typical of the Louis XVI in style. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition.

  • French Louis XVI Style Oak Piano Stool

    $795.00

    19.25"H x 14.38"W x 14.38"D

    Dimensions: 19 ¼” H x 14 ⅜” W x 14 ⅜” D

    This French 19th century oak piano stool is an elegant and classic example of Louis XVI style. Made in France, the piano stool was hand-crafted out of solid oak for a sturdy build, and is accented with intricately carved details on the corners that continues around the trim. The square-shaped stool is perched on four lovely turned and fluted legs connected to an elaborate, hand-carved and shaped stretcher that meets in the center, and is then topped with a decorative finial. This piece includes a fully functional steel adjustable height mechanism. The cushion has recently been upholstered with vintage trim, and is very comfortable. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this beautiful piano stool.

  • French Painted & Upholstered Stool with X Base

    $1,850.00

    17.88"H x 21.25"W x 16.50"D

    Dimensions: 17 ⅞” H x 21 ¼” W x 16 ½” D

    This fantastic stool is the perfect antique to dress up any space. Hand-crafted in France in the 19th century this stool has been recently upholstered in a soft black and white herringbone wool fabric surrounded with elegant metallic ribbon trim held securely in place by well patinated brass nailheads. The recently painted X frame showcases hand carved elements throughout. The curvy legs are joined by a stretcher for added support and end in fantastic paw feet.This Renaissance style French stool will be an elegant addition to any interior. Use as a stool, footstool, or small end table near a sofa or armchair in a living room, bedroom or library. Make sure to look through all the images to get a closer look.

  • French Vintage Oak Stool or Petite Table

    $325.00

    16"H x 15.13"W x 10.38"D

    Dimensions: 16” H x 15 ⅛” W x 10 ⅜” D

    A vintage French stool handcrafted in solid oak featuring a smooth rectangular seat atop four nicely turned, splayed legs ending in toupie feet. The legs are joined by a lovely shaped and turned stretcher for extra support. This stool is full of history and its most attractive features are its color and beautiful patina from years of use. Classic craftsmanship and rustic charm make this stool a wonderful accent piece for a modern farmhouse or any casually elegant surrounding. Extremely versatile, this stool would make a great occasional piece, whether at the end of a sofa, beside a reading chair, or in a bedroom. Be sure to view all the images to get a closer look at the details of this simple yet lovely antique.

  • French 19th Century Needlepoint Square Stool

    $1,100.00

    19"H x 18"W x 16.38"D

    Dimensions: 19” H x 18” W x 16 ⅜”

    This delightful antique stool was hand-crafted in France, circa 1900. Square in shape, the stool stands on lovely turned and fluted legs connected to an elaborate, hand-carved, and shaped stretcher that meets in the center, topped with a decorative finial. The seat is upholstered with the original colorful floral needlepoint tapestry held tightly by well patinated brass nail heads. This nicely sized stool is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use and showcases a well patinated warm white paint that would work well in almost any space. Be sure to view all the images to see the details and the wonderful florals, striping, and ribbon motifs in the needlepoint.

  • English Painted & Upholstered Stool

    $1,895.00

    20.63"H x 21.13"W x 16.63"D

    Dimensions: 20 ⅝” H x 21 ⅛” W x 16 ⅝” D

    This dignified stool is the perfect antique to add interest to any space. Upholstered with a new deep red and cream patterned fabric and held with new round brass nailheads. The heavy solid painted wood frame showcases hand-carved elements throughout. The well turned Jacobean style legs are very attractive and finish on polished bun feet. At the center is a gorgeous hand carved and shaped X-stretcher that provides excellent support. Make sure to look through all the photos to see the wonderful details of this elegant antique.

  • French 19th Century Ash Adjustable Stool

    $1,200.00

    20"H x "W x 17"D

    Dimensions: 20” H x 17” Diameter

    A French 19th century ash adjustable stool with a deep relief twisted-form central column that acts as the mechanism to adjust the height and three sturdy splayed legs. The large wooded screw attached to the seat allows the stool to change heights with a quick spin. Made almost entirely of wood with original joinery screws being the only metal on the piece. An antique that would never stop being useful, this petite stool would be great for the piano, an artist, or as a stand alone seat. Structurally sound with a wonderful patina. Be sure to view all the images for a better look at this unique stool. Adjusts to: 26” H

  • English 19th Century Carved Oak Joint Stool

    $1,295.00

    20.63"H x 18.63"W x 10.25"D

    Dimensions: 20 ⅝” H x 18 ⅝” W x 10 ¼” D

    A lovely English oak joint stool with hand-carved motifs, 2 scalloped edges, and turned legs. Created in England in the 19th century, this oak joint stool features a rectangular top sitting above a hand-carved apron. The ensemble is resting on four well turned legs connected to one another through plain side stretchers. With its dark patina and lovely decor, this stool will bring a touch of authenticity to any space. Stools were the common seating for everyday people as arm chairs were reserved for the more wealthy. Joint stools were also used as a hiring technique for future craftsmen and often was the first project offered to prove your technique. Cleaned and polished with French paste wax this stool is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images for a closer look.

  • English 19th Century Carved Oak Joint Stool

    $1,295.00

    20.13"H x 18.75"W x 10.38"D

    Dimensions: 20 ⅛” H x 18 ¾” W x 10 ⅜” D

    A wonderful oak joint stool made in England in the 19th century featuring a simple top that has a molded edge following down to a wonderfully hand carved apron with foliage pattern decoration on all four sides which allows for easy placement in any room. The stool is supported on splayed hand turned legs, joined by simple square stretchers. The oak is a lovely color with a rich patina. Characterful and with much charm this stool is the perfect height for an occasional table beside an armchair or sofa. Stools in the 19th century were the common seating for everyday people as arm chairs were reserved for the more wealthy. Joint stools were also used as a hiring technique for future craftsmen and making one was often the first project offered to prove technique. Cleaned and polished with French paste wax, this stool is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images for a closer look.

  • French Oak Swivel Piano Stool

    $895.00

    19"H x "W x 16"D

    Dimensions: 19”H x 16”Diameter

    Carved oak cabriole legs support this handsome oak piano stool from 19th century France. Rotating the round, upholstered top will lower & raise the height of the seat to a maximum of 24”. The stool is fixed with its original worn red and gold trim fabric. Make sure to view all of the images to get a closer look at the details.

  • English 19th Century Upholstered Stool

    $985.00

    18.50"H x 19.25"W x 14.50"D

    Dimensions: 18-½”H x 19-¼”W x 14-½”D

    A darling English Regency style stool circa 1880. The solid walnut frame showcases swirling and folate carved designs on the legs and finishes with spoon feet. Upholstered in worn champagne toned fabric and backed with burlap, the removable cushion fits perfectly to suspend within the apron. This stool has gained a great patina over the years. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look.

  • English 18th Century Stool Painted Black

    $2,350.00

    22"H x 20.75"W x 16.25"D

    Dimensions: 22”H x 20-¾”W x 16-¼”D

    This is an English 18th century stool which has been painted black. It has burlap upholstery on the seat and can be used as it is or reupholstered. The four legs are turned and have stretchers around the bottom connecting all.

  • French 19th Century Louis XVI-Style Stool

    $2,995.00

    19"H x 24"W x 24"D

    Dimensions: 19”H x 24”W x 24”D

    A charming, antique European stool.  The cut velvet upholstery cushion has nailhead trim and sits atop a carved apron with floret dies at the four corners.  The whole is raised on fluted, tapering legs.  The stool has a soft, quatrefoil shape and is painted a creamy-beige with gold gilt accents.

  • English Early 20th Century Hand-Painted Stool

    $1,495.00

    18"H x 22.5"W x 18"D

    Dimensions: 18″H x 22-1/2″W x 18″D

    A beautiful hand-painted stool from 1900’s England. The antique is upholstered in a creamy gold silk fabric that is affixed to the frame using the same creamy gold-colored gimp tape. The frame is ebonized, with the four legs having a cabriole form and the apron being shaped. The ebony base has been masterfully hand-painted with gorgeous flowers, birds, foliage, and decorative filigree. This stool was greatly influenced by the Chinoiserie movement that was going on in England at the time. Hardwood has become exposed where some of the ebony has been lost, giving the stool its antique character.

  • Reproduction Painted Regent Ottoman

    $475.00

    16"H x 18.5"W x 15"D

    Dimensions: 16″H x 18-1/2″W x 15″D

    A painted reproduction ottoman, with upholstered cushion top. Elements of Louis XV style can be found in the shaped apron and cabriole legs. The frame is painted gray with cream accents, and the cushion top is upholstered in a clean white fabric.

Fireside Antiques offers antique benches and stools. We source many of our antiques on buying trips to England and France.  Here, you will find a vast selection of European antique stools and benches.

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Fireside Antiques offers a wide variety of high-quality cast iron and solid wood antique benches and step stools, perfect for any collection or everyday household use. Our collection primarily consists of 19th-century English, French, and Italian pieces, both upholstered and unupholstered, as well as reproductions that perfectly capture the look and feel of vintage benches and stools using traditional techniques.

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Benches are one of the most versatile seating options for decorating your home, filling a need for almost every room in the house. A vintage bench adds additional seating and a feeling of comfort and warmth to any space in which you place it.

Consider adding a bench to the foot of your bed or near a bedroom window, allowing you extra comfort for reading to your children or relaxing with a morning cup of coffee. An antique bench can also be an essential piece of furniture in a living room, providing additional seating for guests or doubling as a table for beverages or snacks.

A bench in your home’s entry provides a space to put on your shoes comfortably or to place bags when coming home from shopping. An outdoor bench extends the use of a porch or deck, becoming the perfect place for afternoon tea or to watch a rainstorm roll past.

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A simple stool, whether a high bar stool or low ottoman, adds the perfect touch to your space when paired with an appropriate counter or chair. A stool can be as simple as a three-legged piece with a small seat or as complicated as a vintage stool with an adjustable seat, footrest, swivel, or even the ability to fold.

Adding an antique stool can complete a room’s look, whether you are looking for a rustic antique or vintage sophistication. Just remember to measure the height of your counters or chairs to ensure your new stool is the perfect match.

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Our range of stools varies from traditional footstools to barstools and piano stools. You can easily search our website for the perfect bench or stool to fit your needs, quickly browsing over 18,000 square feet of our showroom in a matter of moments. Once you have picked out your seat, we expertly pack it up and ship it via white glove shipping service to ensure it reaches your home in perfect condition.

Every item in our online store features a detailed product description with all the sizing information needed to make sure it fits your space. Our expert craftsmen ensure each piece is ready for immediate use. When you shop at Fireside Antiques, you can shop with confidence.

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