Eames Walnut Stool

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hoopsie

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17/04/2014 7:38 am

Hi all,

Long time lurker and now decided to take the plunge and sign up! Picked up this stool today but not sure if it's the real deal..any thoughts?

Also has a split at the base, does that detract from use at all?
Seems like stool was oiled by previous owners it has a bit of sheen to it, any thoughts on refinishing? Tks much

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17/04/2014 8:01 am

Hi
Looks authentic... Has it been varnished or just freshly oiled? Also, what you're referring to as the base is actually the top side (larger diameter).

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waffle

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17/04/2014 9:09 am

my understanding
is that these are prone to splitting. Kinda expected.

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bishopridley

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17/04/2014 12:14 pm

Beautiful stool...
Beautiful stool...

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17/04/2014 3:56 pm

"Beautiful stool" 🙂
I have a simple mind, I realize...

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hoopsie

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17/04/2014 7:13 pm

thanks all for the...
thanks all for the confirmation!! Woody on closer inspection it does look like some sort of varnish as there are dried up drip marks ina a few spots. Do you think it worth while to strip the varnish and restore to the oil finish and sand out the imperfections on the seat?

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17/04/2014 7:52 pm

Hi
Personally, I would prefer the original-type finish. I'm not a fan of varnished wood in general. If you feel you are up to the task, I would say go for it.

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