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What is a footman stool?
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A footman stool is a metal stand originally designed for keeping dishes hot prior to serving and would be placed near the fireplace to keep food warm. Today, footman stools are a highly coveted antique. You’ll find a collection of footman stools on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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English Brass Footman
Located in Wilson, NC
English brass footman was used beside the fireplace for the hot kettle. It could also serve as a
Category
Antique 1870s English Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Steel
19th Century English Brass Footman
Located in Vero Beach, FL
This large brass footman features a shaped frieze with decorative knob fixtures and handles on each
Category
Antique 19th Century English Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Regency Brass Footman Stool or Side Table
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century English Regency brass footman, or fireplace trivet, makes a wonderful and unusual
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Stools
Materials
Brass
Victorian Brass Footman
Located in Essex, MA
kettle.The thick rectangular brass top with central head of Victoria flanked by the coat of arms of Great
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Iron
English Mid 19th Century Brass Footman with Cabriole Legs and Pierced top
Located in Wells, ME
English cast brass footman with cabriole legs and pierced skirting on all four sides, twist side
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
Antique English Brass Footman Fireplace Trivet Kettle Stool Stand Hearthware
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional and rare early 19th century brass and cast iron fireplace trivet or footman stool
Category
Antique Early 1800s Regency Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Iron
