Rare 19th Century Primitive Country Oak Milking Stool
A rare 19th-century primitive country milking stool with a strongly sculptural vernacular form. The oak retains a deep, dark historic patina with natural grain shrinkage, surface wear, subtle tool marks and age splits consistent with genuine utility use.
Origin: European Country Vernacular
Period: Mid-to-Late 19th Century (circa 1850–1880)
Materials: Solid hand carved oak top with original dark patina
Dimensions:
Width: 32 cm
Depth: 18 cm
Height: 30 cm
Condition: Excellent antique primitive condition. Deep, dark historic patina showing natural grain shrinkage, surface wear, subtle tool marks, and age splits consistent with genuine utility use. Some tiny paint dots are seen but very minute. The stool is a little wobbly.