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Close stool c.1670-1705

Wood, fabric, metal | 62.0 x 50.0 x 44.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 1039

Temporary Exhibition Room 5, Kensington Palace

England

Close stool c.1670-1705

Royal Collection Trust/© His Majesty King Charles III 2024. Photograph: Historic Royal Palaces

Royal Collection Trust/© His Majesty King Charles III 2024. Photograph: Historic Royal Palaces

England

Close stool c.1670-1705

©

England

Close stool c.1670-1705

Royal Collection Trust/© His Majesty King Charles III 2024. Photograph: Historic Royal Palaces

Royal Collection Trust/© His Majesty King Charles III 2024. Photograph: Historic Royal Palaces

Description

Close stool of chest design with a slightly domed lid. Covered in crimson velvet and decorated with double and single lines of studs on gold braid. Gilt metal handles and lock. Padded seat inside, silver fringe hangs around the inside of lid.

Provenance

Acquired by William III.
People involved

Creator(s)

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Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Wood, fabric, metal

wood, velvet, metal

upholstered, braided, gilded

Measurements

62.0 x 50.0 x 44.0 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Furniture (including Mirrors)
Object type(s)
furnishings
furniture
seating furniture
stools
box stools
close stools
Subject(s)
Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
Art needlework
Fringes

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