Bidspirit auction | Late 19th Century American Western

Late 19th Century American Western Style Steer Horn Tripod Footstool - A rustic tripod footstool featuring three natural curved steer horn legs. The legs are secured to a circular solid wood seat base with metal tacks. The seat is upholstered in an orange-rust colored velvet or mohair plush fabric and is finished with a coordinating decorative textile fringe around the perimeter. This piece is characteristic of Victorian era lodge furniture and Western American decor. No maker marks are visible on the object. Height: 8.5 inches Seat Diameter: 10 inches. Fair to good condition. The upholstery exhibits significant wear including areas of pile loss, staining, and overall fading. The decorative fringe is frayed and detached in multiple locations. The horn legs and wooden underside show age-appropriate scuffs and minor oxidation to the metal fasteners. The stool remains structurally sound.