I first saw this design in a book of Shaker furniture 25 years ago. I made that first one with oak and gave it to my brother...who still has it. I like to make them from 'natural' maple with lots of color in it or quarter-sawn white oak. I use the Leigh Dovetail Jig to make it possible to get the project done in a reasonable time, but there is still plenty of hand work getting things to fit and look good.
As to applications, it is enormously practical, working as a step-stool, book stand, plant stand, end table ... and three-girl support structure.
This one gets some serious use!
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