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Antique

One-Of-A-Kind

Wood

Salt Box Stool

France, 19th Century

$495

This is a true piece of 18th century history. This salt box oak stool, once a clever way to store salt by the fireplace, features a pull-out lid with extra storage inside. It's mix of history and functionality makes it a hard to find historical piece that works perfectly as a quirky side table or a charming seat with a secret.

  • Dimensions:

    18" H x 20" W x 20" D

  • Materials:

    Wood and Metal Hardware

  • Weight Range:

    41 lbs

  • Notes from Sylvie:

    The seat lid opens and the interior can be used as a cabinet. The wood is worn and has cracks and chips, it shows evidence of past post beetle holes.

Dating back to the late 1700s, this Salt Box Oak Stool was once an essential item in country homes, designed to store and preserve salt by the hearth. Made from solid oak, it protected salt from moisture while sitting close to the fire, ensuring it was always within reach for preserving food. Its sturdy form and easy-to-remove lid speak to its practical use, a relic of the times when simple household items carried great importance in daily life. This piece has stood the test of time, with its original function still preserved in its beautiful, time-worn design.

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