{"product_id":"farmers-milking-stool-from-shanxi-province-ca-1900","title":"Farmers Milking Stool From Shanxi Province - Ca 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis traditional milking stool from \u003cstrong\u003eShanxi province\u003c\/strong\u003e was made in elm around the turn of the 20th century. The round seat sits on three slightly splayed legs, joined by cross-braced stretchers for stability. The wood shows the pale, time-softened surface of age, with visible grain, marks from decades of agricultural use, and \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric iron staple repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e€”evidence of its long working life and the value placed on keeping such a practical item in service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally used for milking and other farm chores, this type of stool was valued for its portability and simple, sturdy build. Today, it makes an attractive occasional seat or side table with authentic rustic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shanxi province, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elm with iron repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three legs with cross-braced stretchers and round seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface wear, patina, and historic iron staple repairs consistent with long agricultural use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Width 43 x Depth 43 x Height 54 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeat Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 33cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA straightforward, functional piece of rural furniture with enduring appeal and visible signs of its working past.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BinderKing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53550995374389,"sku":"C2451","price":150.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/5243\/2181\/files\/C2451_df935dd8-221f-4052-994a-e2d2a276eb17.jpg?v=1789232741","url":"https:\/\/binderking.shop\/products\/farmers-milking-stool-from-shanxi-province-ca-1900","provider":"BinderKing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}