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Antique French Provincial Louis XVI Painted Cane Bidet Stool

$595
£452.47
€521.90
CA$833.49
A$932.84
CHF 487.09
MX$11,380.65
NOK 6,182.92
SEK 5,867.21
DKK 3,897.33
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A charming antique French Louis XVI style painted bidet stool (today it would make for a wonderful end table, plant stand or functional stool) Born in Provincial France in the 19th century, having a cream painted solid wood frame with hinged rectangular cane woven seat, opening to cutout that once housed a porcelain chamberpot, rising on turned H-stretcher joined legs. *Please note, at the time of writing this, we have a similarly styled pair of Louis XVI style painted chairs available (shown in the photo) Dimensions: (approx) 17" High, 19.25" Wide, 13" Deep Similar to a close stool (necessary stool - thunderbox), potty chair, bedside night commode or chaise percée, this old fashioned bidet is a wonderful reminder of how the times have changed with modern day hygiene. A fabulous curiosity, in addition to perspective, this bidet is a wonderful way to add whimsical elegance, Provincial warmth and historical depth to any space! Condition: Good antique condition with nicely aged heavily worn distressed chippy paint patina. Retaining original antique character marks and rustic old world European charm throughout. Wear consistent with over 150 years of age and indicative of use, including scattered nicks, scratches, rubbing, and chippy paint finish losses. Porcelain bowl has been lost to time. As photographed. Stable. Structurally sound. Presents well
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Style:
    French Provincial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Good antique condition w/nicely aged heavily worn distressed chippy paint patina. Retaining antique character & charm throughout. Wear consistent with age & use, including scattered nicks, rubbing & chippy paint losses. Stable, structurally sound.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977237726492

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