An antique Scottish Georgian elm creepie stool
Code: 10396
Dimensions:
A hefty early 19th century Scottish antique creepie stool crafted in solid elm.
With typical five board construction, each end panel with the characteristic arch design these vernacular stools are known for.
The elm has developed a wonderful natural polished patina, through its long life of use. The visible through tenon joints to the top are a charming feature.
The name 'Creepie' comes from the Orcadian dialect word for milking stool. These stools would be made so the sitter was low to the ground. To 'creep' refers to bending down low.
Certainly a practical piece of furniture for a rural home, where it would serve as a seat whilst milking livestock, or used within the home placed close to a window, to complete household tasks such as cooking of sewing.
Dimensions:-
Widest point - 37.5cm
Height - 27cm
Depth - 18cm
With age related wear and tear.
Some historic nail repairs are present to the top of each leg.
Beautiful natural deep patina.
Slight parting to the joint where the side facing board meets the top at one end as illuminated.
Small historic crack to the seat board at one end.
No signs of wood worm or rot.
