{"title":"Dressing Table Stools","description":"\u003cp\u003eStools for the dressing table — carved frames and premium upholstery in classical style.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"salcha1965-bedset47776","title":"Napoleon III Rococo Revival High-Back Armchair - Gilt Cabriole Legs \u0026 Pleated Floral Jacquard","description":"","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49186345812219,"sku":"SALCHA1965 - bedset47776","price":36000.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/salcha1965-bedset47776-front.png?v=1786879162"},{"product_id":"napoleon-iii-rococo-revival-high-back-armchair-gilt-cabriole-floral-jacquard","title":"Napoleon III Rococo Revival High-Back Armchair - Gilt Cabriole Legs \u0026 Pleated Floral Jacquard","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is a particular kind of chair that does not wait to be noticed — it announces itself from across the room. This high-back armchair, faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the Napoleon III Rococo Revival period (1852–1870), carries exactly that authority. The towering upholstered back, the deeply scrolled and shell-carved gilt cabriole legs, and the warm salmon floral jacquard fabric work together to create a presence that commands any room it enters. The Second Empire court demanded furniture that was simultaneously theatrical and intimate — this chair delivers both.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is constructed from solid beech, carved by hand into the dramatically scrolling cabriole legs that define this piece. Each leg terminates in a full C-scroll foot and rises through a pronounced knee carved with a shell-and-acanthus motif — the signature ornament of the Rococo Revival vocabulary. The entire leg assembly is finished in a high-gloss gold leaf gilding that catches the light with every angle shift. The seat, back, and armrests are upholstered in a rich salmon-toned floral jacquard, its ground woven with bouquet and ribbon motifs characteristic of Second Empire textile design. The outer back and sides feature a distinctive gathered and pleated treatment in toning plain velvet, creating the draped softness that distinguishes this chair from a standard salon piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 58 cm \/ Depth: 65 cm \/ Height: 102 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 kg\u003cbr\u003eThe chair's 102 cm height gives it a genuine vertical presence — the back rises well above seated eye level, giving the piece the silhouette of a throne chair while remaining perfectly scaled for a bedroom corner, a dressing room, or a formal salon. The seat depth of 65 cm provides genuine comfort alongside the decorative intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery chair in the Brass \u0026amp; Wood collection is built by skilled Egyptian craftsmen who have trained in the traditions of European classical joinery and decorative carving. The hand-gilded cabriole legs are carved, sanded, gessoed, and gilded in successive layers — a process that cannot be replicated by machine. The pleated fabric treatment on the back is cut and gathered by hand for each piece individually. This is not production-line furniture; it is a made-to-order piece that carries the mark of the hands that built it. Customization of fabric color and finish is available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is this chair made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid beech. The visible carved elements — cabriole legs, knee scrolls, and shell motifs — are hand-carved from the same timber and finished in high-gloss gold leaf gilding. The upholstery combines a floral jacquard fabric on the seat and back face with a pleated velvet treatment on the outer back and sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this chair suitable for a bedroom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — its proportions (58 × 65 × 102 cm) make it ideal as a statement piece in a master bedroom corner, beside a dressing table, or at the foot of a classic bed. It also works in a formal living room or private reception salon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the fabric or finish be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization of upholstery fabric color and wood finish. Please contact our team with your specifications before placing your order, as lead time is 30–45 days from order confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49186384412923,"sku":"SALCHA1965","price":36000.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/napoleon-iii-rococo-revival-high-back-armchair-front.jpg?v=1786880523"},{"product_id":"louis-xv-rococo-cream-carved-vanity-stool-polychrome-floral-apron","title":"Louis XV Rococo Cream Hand-Carved Vanity Stool - Polychrome Floral Apron","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace this stool before a dressing table and the room arranges itself around it. The cream-painted frame, the scrolled cabriole legs curling to restrained volutes at each foot, the hand-modeled roses and anemones blooming in soft pink, blue, and sage across the apron — together they reconstruct the intimate femininity that defined the Louis XV boudoir. This is not a seat so much as an accent piece that happens to seat you. Faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the French Rococo vanity stool, it draws from the design vocabulary of the 1730–1770 period, when even utilitarian furniture was expected to delight the eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is built from solid pine seasoned to below 10% humidity, ensuring dimensional stability that resists the warping and splitting common in lesser-quality reproductions. The cream finish is applied in layered paint coats, then lightly distressed by hand to achieve the softly worn patina characteristic of true Rococo provincial pieces. Each floral cluster on the apron — roses, open anemones, leafy sprigs — is carved and modeled individually by hand, then painted in polychrome with delicate shading. A braided cord trim at the seat-to-frame junction adds a final couture detail. The seat itself is generously padded and upholstered in ivory velvet, cut and fitted to the slightly rounded square plan of the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 42 cm \/ Depth: 42 cm \/ Height: 50 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 kg\u003cbr\u003eSeat plan: slightly rounded square. The 50 cm seat height is ideal for standard dressing table heights. Frame finish: cream painted with hand-distressed patina. Upholstery: ivory velvet with braided cord border trim. Leg type: cabriole with scroll foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery stool in this collection is made entirely by hand in our Cairo atelier by craftsmen trained in classical European furniture-making techniques. The carving of the polychrome floral apron alone requires hours of individual hand work — no two pieces are precisely identical. Brass \u0026amp; Wood sources only solid pine for structural integrity, and every painted finish is applied and aged by a dedicated finishing team. This is furniture made the way it was always meant to be made: slowly, carefully, and with full attention to what the original designers intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid pine with a cream painted and hand-distressed finish. The seat is upholstered in ivory velvet with a braided cord trim. The decorative floral relief on the apron is hand-carved and hand-painted in polychrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo assembly is required. The stool arrives fully assembled and ready to place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this stool be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization on fabric color and type, frame paint finish, and floral polychrome coloring. 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Its compact tub-shaped silhouette wraps around the sitter with an architectural embrace, while the carved white frame and woven cane back keep the visual weight deliberately light. The chair draws from the design vocabulary of late 18th-century French court furniture, where the excesses of Rococo had been disciplined into symmetry, proportion, and restrained ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is shaped from solid pine (kiln-dried to below 10% humidity for dimensional stability), finished in a painted off-white with subtle antiqued highlights that allow the hand-carved relief to read clearly. The back panel is filled with a traditional open-weave cane — each strand individually woven in the age-old French cannage technique — set within a molded beaded border. The seat cushion is upholstered in plain ivory cotton, practical yet correct in period terms. Four straight, tapering legs, each carved with the characteristic Louis XVI fluting along their length, terminate in delicate cylindrical feet — a hallmark of the Neoclassical period's debt to the classical column.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 15.0 kg. The crest rail carries scrolled acanthus leaf carving, with a central shell motif at the crown of the backrest — a refined echo of the chair's symmetrical composition. The arm supports curve outward in volute scroll form, characteristic of the cabriolet fauteuil tradition adapted to the Neoclassical idiom. Every carved detail has been executed by hand, not cast from molds, which means each chair carries the minor variations of individual craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis armchair is made entirely by hand in Brass \u0026amp; Wood's Egyptian workshops, where craftsmen trained in classical European joinery and carving traditions produce each piece using the same methods — mortise-and-tenon frame construction, hand-scraped surfaces, individually applied finish coats — that defined workshop practice in 18th-century France. Egypt's long tradition of skilled woodworking makes it a natural home for this kind of heritage reproduction. The piece ships fully assembled with only minimal connection of removable components required on delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this chair made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid pine with a painted off-white finish. The back panel is hand-woven open cane (rattan). The seat is upholstered in plain ivory cotton fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this chair be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization in wood finish color, fabric type, and fabric color. Contact our team to discuss options before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this suitable for a dressing table or bedroom corner?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is precisely the intended context. The chair's compact barrel form and refined proportions make it ideal as a boudoir or dressing table seat, a reading chair beside a bed, or an accent chair in a classical living room or hallway.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49186385297659,"sku":"ROOMCH77199","price":22800.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/louis-xvi-neoclassical-caned-barrel-armchair-front.jpg?v=1786880561"},{"product_id":"louis-xvi-neoclassical-ivory-gold-vanity-stool-fluted-legs-damask-seat","title":"Louis XVI Neoclassical Ivory \u0026 Gold Vanity Stool - Fluted Legs with Damask Seat","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace this stool at the foot of a dressing table and the bedroom acquires a different register entirely — not just furnished, but composed. Inspired by the refined vocabulary of Louis XVI Neoclassicism, this vanity stool brings the discipline of late 18th-century French court furniture into the modern bedroom without sacrificing an inch of its original authority. The ivory lacquered frame, punctuated by hand-gilded details, sits quietly against a room and commands it at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is built from solid pine (kiln-dried to below 10% humidity), shaped into four tapering fluted legs — the defining motif of Louis XVI Neoclassicism, derived from the Greek column and stripped of all Rococo curve. Each leg terminates in a small turned foot gilded in warm gold, while the apron rail is carved with a continuous rope-twist frieze picked out in the same gold against the ivory ground. Corner blocks are carved with a rosette motif, a detail that recurs throughout the Louis XVI vocabulary as a formal device borrowed from Roman architectural friezes. The seat cushion is upholstered in cream jacquard damask — a woven fabric whose self-pattern of large floral medallions and trailing garlands echoes the decorative language of Versailles textile ateliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 48 cm \/ Depth: 47 cm \/ Height: 89 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 kg\u003cbr\u003eFrame: Solid pine, ivory lacquer with hand-gilded details\u003cbr\u003eSeat: Cream jacquard damask upholstery\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Painted ivory with gold-leaf accent gilding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery stool in the Brass \u0026amp; Wood collection is built by hand in Egypt by craftsmen trained in classical European joinery and decorative finishing. The carved rope-twist frieze, the fluted leg profiles, and the gilded accent work are all executed by hand — not cast, not stamped, not applied with transfer foil. The result is a piece with the tactile authenticity of a workshop tradition that has no shortcut, only accumulated skill. Each unit is individually finished, so minor variations in gilding warmth and lacquer depth are a mark of the handmade process, not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this stool made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid pine lacquered in ivory with hand-applied gold-leaf gilding on the carved details. The seat is upholstered in cream jacquard damask fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the upholstery fabric be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization on fabric color and pattern. Contact our team before placing your order to discuss available options.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimal assembly only — the stool ships with legs attached or requiring simple attachment. No specialist tools are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49186386051323,"sku":"SALCHA1975","price":22800.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/louis-xvi-neoclassical-ivory-gold-vanity-stool-front.png?v=1786880569"},{"product_id":"louis-xv-rococo-carved-vanity-stool-white-lacquer-cream-velvet","title":"Louis XV Rococo Carved Vanity Stool - White Lacquer \u0026 Cream Velvet","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace this stool before a dressing table and the room composes itself around it. The arc of the cabriole legs, the delicate floral cartouche centered on the apron, the pale lacquered frame against the warm cream of the velvet — each element works in concert to produce something that feels both intimate and considered. This is the piece that completes a bedroom the way punctuation completes a sentence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFaithfully reproduced in the tradition of Louis XV Rococo salon and boudoir furnishings, this vanity stool draws directly from the design vocabulary of mid-18th-century France, when furniture was expected to be as much a decorative object as a functional one. The silhouette is characteristic: a compact square seat carried on four outward-sweeping cabriole legs that curve gracefully at knee and ankle before resolving in a subtle pad foot. The apron is not left plain — a hand-carved rosette and floral cluster at the center front animates the white surface with the organic, asymmetric spirit of the Rococo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is built from solid pine dried to below 10% humidity — a standard that ensures dimensional stability and resistance to seasonal movement. The lacquered white finish is applied over a prepared ground, yielding a surface with gentle depth rather than the flat opacity of a spray coat. Seat cushioning is padded and upholstered in a cream velvet with a fine, low-pile texture that reads as ivory in bright light and warm gold in ambient lighting. The upholstery is pulled taut over the seat frame and finished with a neat welt at the junction with the wood apron.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 45 cm \/ Depth: 45 cm \/ Height: 50 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 kg\u003cbr\u003eFrame: Solid pine, white lacquer finish\u003cbr\u003eUpholstery: Cream velvet, plain style\u003cbr\u003eOrnamentation: Hand-carved floral and rosette motifs on front and side aprons\u003cbr\u003eSKU: ENTSAL5574\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery stool is shaped, carved, and finished by hand in Brass \u0026amp; Wood's Cairo workshops. The carving of the floral apron is executed with chisels — not routed by machine — preserving the slight variations in relief depth that give handcrafted work its warmth. The lacquer is applied in stages, with intermediate sanding between coats, to achieve the smooth yet tactile surface visible in the images. Customization of fabric color, wood finish, and dimensions is available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this stool made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid pine finished in white lacquer. The seat is upholstered in cream velvet. Decorative motifs are hand-carved directly into the wood frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimal assembly — the legs may require attachment to the seat frame upon delivery. No specialist tools are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the fabric or finish be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization of upholstery fabric color and the wood lacquer finish. 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Faithfully reproduced in the tradition of Louis XVI Neoclassical court furniture, this vanity stool carries the visual grammar of Versailles in a form scaled for the private bedroom: restrained symmetry, crisp architectural lines, and the kind of gilded detailing that rewards a second look. The straight, tapered, fluted legs — a hallmark of the Louis XVI vocabulary that broke decisively with the sinuous curves of Rococo — give the piece an upright elegance, while the rope-carved gilt apron running the full perimeter anchors it in late-18th-century decorative tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is shaped from solid pine dried to below 10% humidity, ensuring dimensional stability in varying climates. Each leg is individually hand-turned and fluted, then finished in a warm ivory lacquer with gold-leaf accents applied to the carved rope molding, the corner rosette blocks, and the turned foot detail — a layering technique that gives the gilding its characteristic warmth rather than the flat brightness of spray-applied gold paint. The seat cushion is upholstered in a cream-on-ivory damask jacquard, the woven medallion and swagged garland motif echoing the period's obsession with classical ornament. A discreet lace trim runs along the seat edge, softening the transition between fabric and carved apron.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 50 cm \/ Depth: 50 cm \/ Height: 55 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 kg\u003cbr\u003eFrame: Solid Pine — ivory lacquer with gold-leaf gilding\u003cbr\u003eUpholstery: Damask jacquard — cream and ivory tones\u003cbr\u003eSeat finish: Piped edge with lace trim detail\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery stool produced by Brass \u0026amp; Wood is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans trained in European classical furniture reproduction. The carving, turning, lacquering, and gilding are each performed by hand — not by machine — which means every piece carries the slight individuality of human craft. This stool is part of a broader Louis XVI bedroom collection and pairs naturally with a matching dressing table, upholstered chair, or gilded mirror from the same line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this stool made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid pine with an ivory lacquer finish and hand-applied gold-leaf gilding. The seat is upholstered in a cream damask jacquard fabric with lace trim detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimal assembly is required — legs and seat arrive as separate components and attach with standard hardware included in the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this stool be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization in fabric choice, frame color, and gilding tone. Contact our team to discuss your requirements before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49186388443387,"sku":"SALCHA19756","price":14000.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/louis-xvi-neoclassical-gilded-vanity-stool-ivory-front.png?v=1786880607"},{"product_id":"louis-xv-rococo-hand-carved-bedroom-stool-rose-cartouche-apron","title":"Louis XV Rococo Hand-Carved Bedroom Stool - Rose Cartouche Apron","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace this stool at the foot of a classic bed or before a dressing table and it immediately anchors the room. The four cabriole legs — each sweeping outward in a fluid S-curve before landing on a delicate scroll foot — are the unmistakable fingerprint of the Louis XV Rococo tradition, that mid-18th-century French school that rejected the rigidity of Baroque symmetry in favor of organic, nature-drawn movement. What distinguishes this particular piece is the carved apron at its center: a raised rose cartouche flanked by leafy branches, rendered with the kind of crisp, confident tool work that only comes from a craftsman who has studied the original vocabulary, not merely copied a silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is built from solid beech seasoned for dimensional stability — a timber chosen for its willingness to hold fine carved detail without splintering over time. The natural hand-rubbed finish preserves the wood's honest grain and warm amber tone, allowing the carved rose motif to read clearly against the undulating apron rail. The seat is upholstered in a cream linen fabric with a smooth plain-weave surface, finished along the seat rail with a twisted cord gimp trim that marks the boundary between woodwork and textile with quiet precision. At 57×57 cm and 50 cm in height, the proportions are compact and considered — neither a footstool nor a full seat, but exactly the versatile bedroom companion the Rococo interior always included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 57 cm \/ Depth: 57 cm \/ Height: 50 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 kg\u003cbr\u003eWood: Solid Beech\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Hand Rubbed, Natural\u003cbr\u003eUpholstery: Cream Linen, Plain\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Egypt\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery joint, every carved petal, every curved leg on this stool is the result of hands-on work by skilled Egyptian craftsmen trained in the European classical tradition. Brass \u0026amp; Wood's workshops combine old-world joinery techniques with the precision demanded by a discerning modern market. The result is a faithful interpretation of Louis XV Rococo design — not a mass-produced imitation, but a piece made with the intention of lasting. Customization of upholstery fabric and wood finish is available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this stool made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid beech with a natural hand-rubbed finish. The seat is upholstered in cream linen fabric with a cord gimp trim along the seat rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo assembly is required. The stool arrives fully constructed and ready to place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the upholstery or finish be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization of upholstery fabric color and material, as well as wood finish options. 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The low, broad silhouette is instantly recognizable as Louis XV — four cabriole legs that curve outward with the controlled grace of a dancer mid-step, each knee carved with a small floral rosette that anchors the line and marks the maker's attention. This is a piece that rewards proximity: the closer you stand, the more craft reveals itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFaithfully reproduced in the tradition of mid-18th century French salon furniture, this footstool draws from the Rococo design vocabulary at its most domestic and refined. The asymmetric shell-and-scroll apron wraps the frame with carved relief — not the exaggerated flourish of a state room, but the measured decoration of a private apartment where elegance was personal rather than performative. The ivory-toned antiqued frame with its gilded highlights speaks directly to the palette of Versailles interiors: cream boiserie, gold accents, and the warmth of candlelight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is built from solid pine dried to below 10% humidity — a standard that ensures dimensional stability across seasons and climates. The wood is shaped, carved, and finished entirely by hand: the cabriole leg profile, the knee rosettes, and the C-scroll apron details are all cut and refined with hand tools before the ivory lacquer and antique gold highlights are applied in layered coats. The upholstery is a gold-toned jacquard in a fine channeled (corded) weave — a pattern that creates horizontal lines of texture and shadow across the seat, catching light differently as you move around the piece. The fabric is tautly fitted over a padded seat board, giving the cushion a firm, tailored profile consistent with the French tradition of \u003cem\u003esiège meublant\u003c\/em\u003e — seating designed as much to be looked at as to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 15 kg. Dimensions: N\/A — please contact us for current stock dimensions or to discuss a custom size. The footstool ships with minimal assembly required (legs attach to the seat frame). Each piece is individually finished, so slight variations in the antiqued patina are part of the handcrafted character rather than defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Brass \u0026amp; Wood piece is made by hand in Egypt by craftsmen trained in classical European joinery and finishing traditions. The production process is unhurried: wood is selected, dried, and worked only when it reaches the correct humidity. Carving is done freehand — no CNC routing — which means each knee rosette and each scroll in the apron carries the slight individuality of the hand that made it. This is what separates a replica made with care from one made for volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this footstool made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid pine with an ivory antiqued lacquer finish and hand-applied antique gold highlights on the carved details. The upholstery is a gold-striped channeled jacquard fabric over a padded seat board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimal assembly — the cabriole legs attach to the seat frame with bolts. No specialist tools are needed, and the process takes under ten minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We offer customization of fabric color and pattern, frame finish, and dimensions. 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The generous domed seat, upholstered in muted sage green jacquard with a subtly tonal damask pattern, catches the light in a way that shifts from olive to celadon depending on the hour. Beneath it, four hand-carved cabriole legs spring from the floor with the characteristic outward sweep of the Louis XV tradition, terminating in scrolled toes that curl with studied nonchalance. This is a piece that rewards the second look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is constructed from solid pine kept below 10% humidity — a dense, stable timber that holds carved detail without risk of checking or movement. The ivory-toned antiqued lacquer finish is applied in multiple layers and hand-rubbed between coats, producing a depth of tone that distinguishes it from a simple painted surface. The central apron features a fully three-dimensional carved floral cluster — roses and foliage rendered in high relief — flanked by acanthus scrolls that flow upward into the knee of each leg. This carved apron motif is the period fingerprint: Louis XV furniture consistently used the central knee carving as both a structural and ornamental accent. The jacquard fabric is cut and fitted over high-density foam to produce the softly domed profile characteristic of French period footstools, with the seating edge finished cleanly at the junction of fabric and frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 15 kg. Dimensions: N\/A — please contact Brass \u0026amp; Wood for the exact dimensions of this piece or to discuss a custom sizing option. The ottoman is finished on all four sides and may be positioned freely in the room. The frame carries a fully antiqued ivory lacquer compatible with cream, gold, sage, and warm neutral interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery element of this ottoman — the carved frame, the lacquered finish, the upholstered seat — is produced by hand in Egypt by craftsmen trained in classical European joinery and decorative carving techniques. Brass \u0026amp; Wood brings together the design vocabulary of 18th-century French ateliers and the hands-on precision of Egyptian artisanal craft, producing a faithful interpretation of the Louis XV Rococo tradition that is built to live with for decades. Customization of fabric, frame color, and dimensions is available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this ottoman made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is solid pine with an antiqued ivory lacquer finish. The seat is upholstered in sage green jacquard fabric over high-density foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs assembly required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimal assembly is required — the legs are attached to the seat frame on arrival. No tools or specialist skills are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this ottoman be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customization of fabric color and pattern, frame finish, and dimensions. 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The ivory-painted frame, touched with gold at the capitals and feet, draws from the refined vocabulary of Louis XVI Neoclassicism — a period when French court designers stripped away the asymmetric exuberance of Rococo and replaced it with order, elegance, and the measured pleasure of classical ornament. What sets this piece apart from a plain period reproduction is the hand-applied polychrome floral relief on the apron: pink roses, pale blue forget-me-nots, and white blossoms arranged in a naturalistic spray — a detail that speaks directly to the feminine tradition of the French boudoir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe frame is built from solid pine dried to below 10% humidity — a specification that prevents the warping and joint failure that plague lesser furniture over time. The ivory lacquer finish is applied in multiple coats and hand-rubbed between layers to achieve the smooth, slightly warm tone visible in the photographs. Gold leaf gilding is applied selectively — to the Ionic-derived capital brackets where the legs meet the apron, and to the turned sabot feet — so that the gold reads as accent rather than excess. The polychrome floral relief is modeled and painted by hand, each petal individually defined. The seat pad is upholstered in cream velvet with a twisted rope trim at the edge, echoing the period practice of passementerie finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 54 cm \/ Depth: 54 cm \/ Height: 44 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 kg\u003cbr\u003eSeat upholstery: cream velvet, plain\u003cbr\u003eFrame finish: ivory lacquer with parcel gilding\u003cbr\u003eOrnamentation: hand-applied polychrome floral relief on apron\u003cbr\u003eLeg style: tapered turned legs with Ionic capital brackets and gilt sabot feet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vanity stool is handcrafted in Egypt by Brass \u0026amp; Wood artisans trained in classical European construction and decorative finishing techniques. Each piece is individually assembled, lacquered, gilded, and painted — meaning no two are precisely identical. 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