At Turtle & Crane, we turn the past into stunning decor for today, and this artist signed folk art tiger footstool does the work of a whole room. Carved from wood and painted in orange with black, rippling stripes, it stands on four long legs with carved paws, and a tail curls down behind. Wide red-rimmed eyes and small dark ears give the head its personality, and a band of gold gilt around the neck sets it off like a collar. The stripes run across the top and down the legs in loose, confident strokes, each one following the carved form. It is artist signed on the underside.

The footstool measures 21 inches long, 6 inches deep, and 13 inches high. It is slim and low, so it fits at the foot of a chair or sofa, as a small display bench for books and objects, or as a sculptural piece for the foot of a bed, an entry, or the end of a long hall. The orange and black palette sits easily in a Palm Beach Regency or Dorothy Draper-style room with lacquered walls and bold pattern, and it brings warmth to a quieter room as the single piece with a sense of humor. It belongs with other folk art, in the spirit of Alexander Girard.

The finish is original and has aged naturally, with the soft wear that comes from decades of use. Nothing has been repainted or restored.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This piece is in vintage condition consistent with its age and folk art origins. There is paint loss and chipping throughout, with bare wood showing on the head, nose, legs, and along the edges of the top, and the corners of the top are chipped. The tail is a separate carved piece set into the body. The bottoms of the feet are bare, worn wood. The underside is painted black and artist signed. This item is offered in its original vintage condition, showing normal signs of wear consistent with its age and previous use. Please review all photographs and dimensions before purchasing, and message us with any questions.

Creator:
Styled After: Alexander Girard

Materials & Techniques:
Gold Leaf, Paint, Wood

Details:
Seat Interior Depth: 6.0in
Seat Interior Width: 14.0in
Seat Height: 13.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Unknown

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; This piece is in vintage condition consistent with its age and folk art origins. There is paint loss and chipping throughout, with bare wood showing on the head, nose, legs, and along the edges of the top, and the corners of the top are chipped. The tail is a separate carved piece set into the body. The bottoms of the feet are bare, worn wood. The underside is painted black and artist signed. This item is offered in its original vintage condition, showing normal signs of wear consistent with its age and previous use. Please review all photographs and dimensions before purchasing, and message us with any questions.