Lot 17: Sister’s Two-Step Stool

Pine, original ochre/brown stained finish, two steps with rounded edges, the plank sides mortise through the shorter top step, minimal in-use wear, (note: the Sister’s would use steps to facilitate access to upper case drawers, and also to keep feet off the sewing room floor on winter days), c. 1840, 9″ h, 20″ l, 9 1/2″ d, (ex. Flo and Howard Fertig collection).

Estimate: $700-1,000