The Clarine Milking Stool

This petite french three-legged stool carries the quiet charm of the countryside in every carved line. Hand-turned from solid oak, its circular seat bears subtle concentric rings — a traditional motif once used to strengthen and embellish without excess.

Stools like this were a fixture in rural homes throughout 19th- and early 20th-century France — used for milking, cooking, or simply sitting by the fire. Their three-legged design kept them steady on uneven stone floors, and their honest craftsmanship reflected a way of life rooted in simplicity and endurance.

Time has lent this one a rich patina, softening its edges and deepening its tone to a mellow brown. Use it beside your favorite chair to hold a book or a cup of tea, or place it near a bath for a touch of warmth and old-world charm.

France, 20th Century 

16" h x 10"d