20th Century Wicker Footstools
Wicker Fiddlehead Style Foot Stool or Ottoman in the Manner of Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Vintage wicker footstool features classic fiddlehead design. Good condition with imperfections consistent with age, see photos for condition details.
For a shipping quote to your exa...
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Mid-20th Century Victorian Footstools
Materials
Wicker
H 22 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Austrian Midcentury Black Steel and Wicker Side Table by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming set of small Austrian Midcentury Modern square sized tables or stools designed and made by Carl Auböck II, Vienna, Austria, circa 1950 in beautiful condition.
It´s frame i...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Steel
Bamboo Rattan Wicker Swivel Footstool in the Paul Frankl's Style. Circa 1970s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Bamboo Rattan Wicker Swivel Footstool /Ottoman in the Paul Frankl's Style by Classic Rattan Inc. Circa 1970s
Features a swivel cushion with the original cream upholstery and ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Woven Wicker Turtle Footstool
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming woven wicker footstool in the form of a turtle, perfectly wonky to add character to any space. This piece could also be used as decor on a tabletop or shelf.
USA, Mid-2...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker
A Pair of Wicker Mushroom Shaped Ottomans, circa 1970's
By Eero Aarnio
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of funky mushroom wicker stools, circa 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker
Vintage Coastal Style, Boho Chic Rattan Ottoman / Accent Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Style Boho Chic Rattan Ottoman / Bench. Circa 1960s
Features an ornate rattan frame, a removable upholstered cushion, and a matching decorative pillow.
An excellent...
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Vintage 1960s American Bohemian Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Tony Paul Attributed Stools, Woven Wicker, Solid Beech, United States, 1950s
By Tony Paul
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Set of three stools with a handwoven wicker top and solid beech legs attributed to the famous American designer Tony Paul.
Produced in the late 1950s these stools are in their ori...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wicker, Beech
1970s Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Bench
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Bench
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Stools
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Tony Paul Attributed Rattan Stool, circa 1950s
By Tony Paul
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern vintage organic stool made from woven rattan and solid wood. Attributed to Tony Paul and made in the United States 1950s.
Conical legs of solid wood support th...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Wicker Midcentury Modern Stool Europe Yugoslavia
Located in New York, NY
A European wicker 'tri-pod' stool, Midcentury Modern period, circa mid-20th century, Yugoslavia. A beautiful stool, footstool, or drinks table (providing there is a stable environmen...
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Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Wicker
Tony Paul Attributed Low Stools, Woven Wicker, Solid Beech, United States, 1950s
By Tony Paul
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Set of three low stools or footstools with a handwoven wicker top and solid beech legs attributed to the famous American designer Tony Paul.
Produced in the late 1950s these stool...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wicker, Beech
Italian Mid-Century Modern Rounded Wicker Pouf, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern rounded wicker pouf, 1960s
Round footrest entirely covered in woven wicker, with four wooden legs.
About 1960s
Good general condition, some signs.
Meas...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage Wicker Child Armchair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Funky child armchair and pillow crafted in wicker or reed with braided front pattern, all with solid piping support
Beautiful vintage needlepoint pillow is included.
Category
20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Metal
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Paul Frankl Bamboo Rattan Patio Chairs
By Ficks Reed, Paul Frankl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish pair of Mid-Century bamboo chairs, boasting stylish and sturdy bamboo and rattan construction. Unique vintage design, padded seat, and gorgeous complementary colors.
Please ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Custom Round Mohair Velvet Ottoman with Oak Feet
Located in London, GB
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman
Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustard ...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Oak
Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Style and color of the fabric custom-...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silk
H 39.38 in Dm 37.41 in
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand 3-Seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six strand 3-Seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa
Offered for sale is a Paul Frankl six-strand three-seat bamboo and rattan sofa with loose seat and back upholstered cushions...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Foam
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Category
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Art Deco Bamboo Armchairs by Ritts Tropitan , Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Art Deco bamboo armchairs by Ritts Tropitan Las Angeles Ca. Attributted to Paul Frankl, stunning pair of club or armchairs, bamboo frames in excellent original condition, Sea...
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20th Century American Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo
Metal and Glass Ceiling Lamps by Stilnovo, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Milan, IT
Model 1206 ceiling lamp manufactured by Stilnovo.
Enameled light blue metal piece with opaline glass and brass details.
One piece currently available in blue and one in yellow.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Flush Mount
Materials
Aluminum
Paul Frankl-Style Rattan Bamboo Pretzel Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage, mid-century modern bamboo "pretzel" lounge chair in the style of Paul Frankl. The chair features an elaborate bent bamboo frame with a retro floral print upholstered seat cu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Carl Auböck Four Rare Midcentury Rattan Couch Tables, 1980s, Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful and rare rattan top coffee or side tables, manufactured by Carl Auböck Werkstätte in the 1980s, Vienna. The frames are made of black lacquered steel with woven rattan top. ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Stacked Rattan Coffee Table in the Manner of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Petite coffee or cocktail table features stacked rattan design in the style of Paul Frankl. Solid wood top. Good vintage condition with imperfections consistent with age, see photos ...
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Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rattan, Wood
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Chaise Lounge
Located in Houston, TX
Unusually shaped French Louis XVI style painted and gilt banquette, chaise lounge, bench, daybed or loveseat with Greek key design, ready for your own fabric selection.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chaise Longues
Materials
Fabric, Wood
MCM Heywood Wakefield Crescendo Vanity with Mirror and Vanity Stool / Poof
By Count Alexis de Sakhnoffsky, Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Crescendo Vanity with Mirror and Vanity Stool/Poof
Offered is a Mid Century Modern Vanity with Mirror and a vanity poof/Stool was designed by Co...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vanities
Materials
Birch, Velvet, Mirror
H 58.5 in W 52.5 in D 18 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Ottoman or Footstool on Brass Casters
By Michael Taylor
Located in St. Louis, MO
Vintage Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. ottoman with brass castors. Original ebonized finish and upholstery, seat raised on brass cylinders. Label.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Vintage Woven Wicker Nantucket Handled Basket
Located in Atlanta, GA
This vintage Nantucket basket is hand made with native wood base, woven wicker body, pin accented rim and the handle is connected with traditional nantucket animal bone. Unmarked.
Category
Mid-20th Century Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wicker
Genuine American Fresh Water Turtle Shell
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Decorative fresh water turtle shell, professionally mounted on solid onyx marble base, the shell is cleaned and seal with clear protective satin finish.
Beautiful natural piece of ar...
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20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Onyx
French Deco Leather and Mohair Daybed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This versatile French deco daybed (circa late 1930s) can be converted from a bench to daybed, when the arms are removed and reoriented into the appropriate frame fittings. The staine...
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Mohair, Mahogany
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Bamboo Style Woven Rattan Wicker Stool, Italy, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Bamboo style woven rattan wicker stool, Italy, 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Austrian Midcentury Black Steel and Wicker Side Tables or Stools by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming set of small Austrian Midcentury Modern square sized tables or stools designed and made by Carl Auböck II, Vienna, Austria, circa 1950 in beautiful condition.
It´s frame i...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Steel
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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Danish Foot Stool by Aksel Bender Madsen & Ejner Larsen for Willy Beck
By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen, Willy Beck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Danish modern Teak footstool designed by Aksel Bender Madsen & Ejner Larsen. Produced by cabinetmaker Willy Beck in Denmark. This stool is in good original & vintage condition w...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Teak
Mid 20th Century Tony Paul Wicker Stool
By Tony Paul
Located in Miami, FL
Mid 20th century Tony Paul Wicker stool with three legs and a beautiful handcrafted round top. This iconic stool is very popular and fits in almost any room or space. The stool is in...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Italian Wicker Cane Top Walnut Wood Footstool
Located in New York, NY
An Italian cane top wood stool / footstool with carving detail and cabriole leg in the Rococo style, circa mid to late-20th century, Italy. Piece was made for Neiman Marcus as per la...
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Late 20th Century Italian Rococo Footstools
Materials
Cane, Wood, Wicker, Walnut
Franco Albini Style Handwoven Rattan / Wicker Ottoman, Pouf, Footstool, Italy
By Franco Albini and Franca Helg
Located in Miami, FL
1960s vintage style of Franco Albini & Franca Helg round handwoven rattan, wicker ottoman, pouf, footstool or side table.
Exemplary construction, woven ties are firmly linked.
An i...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Heywood Wakefield Wicker Round Stool Ottoman circa 1940s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a unique ottoman by Heywood Wakefeld. The stool measures 16 x 16 x 14 inches tall. It is in good vintage condition.
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Vintage 1940s American Late Victorian Footstools
Materials
Wicker
Original Mario Lopez Torres Large Wicker Pig Sculpture Signed, Mexico
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rarely seen and highly sought after Mario Lopez Torres wicker pig sculpture. Wicker woven over iron frame, copper eyes and iron tail. Signed and dated on a brass medallion found on t...
Category
Vintage 1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Iron
Mid-Century Modern Tony Paul Attributed Mid-Century Modern Wicker Ottoman
By Tony Paul
Located in Cordova, SC
Vintage Tony Paul attributed wicker foot stool in good condition. No breaks to the wicker. Sturdy. Legs can be unscrewed.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Wicker Albini Pouf Ottoman
By Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Great example of the iconic Albini designed wicker ottoman, pouf, footrest. Very fine, original, undamaged condition, clean, ready to use.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker
Pair of 1970s Spanish Woven Wicker Foot Stools
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of vintage 1970s Spanish woven wicker foot stools.
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Footstools
Materials
Wicker
Mid Century Franco Albini Style Round Wicker Rattan Ottoman Footstool
By Franco Albini
Located in West Hartford, CT
Vintage Franco albino style round handwoven rattan, wicker ottoman, pouf, footstool or side table.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Wicker Leather Top Footstool
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Footstool with a lush leather top embossed with a classical scene over a woven wicker base having an hourglass form.
Category
20th Century Turkish Moorish Footstools
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Pouf Stool Franco Albini Attr Italy, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Buffalo, NY
A Mid-Century Modern vintage rattan pouf or stool, which was designed attributed to Franco Albini. Italy 1950s. Very stable, although lightweight. Wonderful original condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
White Rectangular Low Wicker Upholstered Foot Stool in White and Green
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A white-painted wicker footrest with a green upholstered top. This small wicker stool will be great as an accent piece in any space. It has a Trompe L'oeil skirt, and splayed legs.
...
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20th Century American Bohemian Footstools
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Wood
Vintage Wicker Stool in Black
Located in Southampton, NY
Vintage wicker bench or footstool in black finish, upholstered in black linen.
This is a classic vintage wicker piece was updated with a sharp black finish and upholstered in a sin...
Category
20th Century American Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Linen
Vintage Wicker Stool in Black Finish
Located in Southampton, NY
Vintage wicker bench or footstool in black finish, upholstered in black linen.
This is a Classic vintage wicker piece was updated with a sharp black finish and upholstered in a sing...
Category
20th Century American Stools
Materials
Linen, Wicker
Vintage Wicker Bench or Footstool in Black Finish
Located in Southampton, NY
Vintage wicker bench or footstool in black finish, upholstered in black linen.
This is a Classic vintage wicker piece was updated with a sharp black finish and upholstered in a sing...
Category
Early 20th Century American Footstools
Materials
Linen, Wicker
Austrian Midcentury Black Steel and Wicker Side Table or Stool by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming small square sized table or stool designed and made by Carl Auböck II, Vienna, Austria, circa 1950 in beautiful original condition.
It´s frame is made from slender steel ...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Steel
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Caned Bentwood Gout Stool or Rocking Footstool, Attributed to Thonet, circa 1900
By Thonet
Located in Norwalk, CT
19th century cabinet maker Michael Thonet is credited with the invention of bentwood furniture. His iconic rocking chairs defined an era of style and continue to be sold and reproduc...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Bentwood
H 11 in W 25 in D 15 in
Vintage Pair of Woven Wicker Round Footstools Stools Benches Ottomans
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage woven wicker footstools, foot stools, ottomans, benches.
Top diameter is 17.
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker
Austrian Midcentury Black Steel and Wicker Side Table or Stool by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming small square sized table or stool designed and made by Carl Auböck II, Vienna, Austria, circa 1950 in beautiful original condition.
It´s frame is made from slender steel ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Steel
H 13.78 in W 15.36 in D 9.85 in
Austrian Midcentury Black Steel and Wicker Side Table or Stool by Carl Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming small square sized table or stool designed and made by Carl Auböck II, Vienna, Austria, circa 1950 in beautiful original condition.
It´s frame is made from slender steel ...
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Steel
H 14.97 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Rattan Wicker Pouf Stool Ottoman by Tony Paul
By Tony Paul
Located in New York, NY
Iconic midcentury stool, pouf, ottoman designed by Tony Paul. This example is in very good overall condition, the plywood plate under the seat has some later added screws for additio...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker
African Woven Stool
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethnic woven rattan, wicker and leather stool
Fantastic patina and design.
Only single available.
Category
Vintage 1970s African Tribal Stools
Materials
Leather, Wicker
African Woven Stools
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethnic woven rattan, wicker and leather stools.
Fantastic patina and design.
Sold individually.
Category
Vintage 1970s Moroccan Tribal Stools
Materials
Leather, Wicker
Mario Lopez Torres Large Wicker Pig Sculpture Signed
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rarely seen and highly sought after Mario Lopez Torres wicker pig sculpture. Wicker woven over iron frame, copper eyes and iron tail. Signed and dated on a brass medallion found on t...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Iron
Wicker Ottoman Pouf by Albini
By Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Nice wicker pouf stool designed by Franco Albini made by Vittorio Bonacina. This example is in very good original vintage condition, it is free of breaks or missing wicker elements, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker
Midcentury Wicker Rattan and Wood Stool or Side Table
Located in New York, NY
A vintage midcentury round wicker stool, footstool, low side or drinks table.
Piece measures: 11.5 in. diameter x 13 in. height.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Footstools
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Set of Bar Stools by Müller Boulevard Möbel
By Müller Möbelfabrikation
Located in Brussels, BE
A set of bar stools, 1950s-1960s, by Müller Boulevard Möbel, Munich. Designed in the 1950s-1960s. Delicate structure of steel wire varnished in black with seat and back in woven wick...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Steel
Albini Wicker Bamboo Pouf Ottoman
By Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Classic Albini footrest, pouf, ottoman in reed wicker. This example is in very good, original condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Wicker
Woven Rattan Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking Italian woven rattan stool, circa 1950s-1960s. This iconic Mid-Century ottoman or occasional table is in original excellent condition with a wonderful aged patina.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wicker, Bamboo, Rattan, Reed
Pair of Wicker and Rattan End Tables
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic pair of wicker and rattan end tables. Angled strands of wicker, with woven rattan and hemp at the top and bottom. Can also be used as stools. Very functional. Excellent vin...
Category
Mid-20th Century American End Tables
Materials
Hemp, Rattan, Wicker
Rattan and Wicker Ottomans
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Handsome pair of rattan and wicker ottomans. Newly upholstered blue cushion adds a great pop of color as well as comfort. Stools in excellent vintage condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Linen
Arthur Umanoff Bench with Nesting Stools
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful slatted wood bench by Arthur Umanoff. THree matching woven wicker stools neatly tuck underneath the bench for storage. Excellent vintage condition. Great option for extra s...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Benches
Materials
Iron
Wicker and Iron Stool by Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic vintage Arthur Umanoff stool made with woven wicker seat. Curved wicker surface rests on four black iron legs with original paint and patina. Great scale!
Category
Vintage 1950s American Stools
Materials
Iron
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20th Century Wicker Footstools For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of 20th century wicker footstools is available at 1stDibs. 20th century wicker footstools bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. 20th century wicker footstools have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Carl Auböck, Werkstätte Carl Auböck and Franco Albini are consistently popular.
How Much are 20th Century Wicker Footstools?
Prices for 20th century wicker footstools can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 20th century wicker footstools begin at $250 and can go as high as $3,800, while the average can fetch as much as $980.
Finding the Right Footstools for You
Antique and vintage footstools might add a dose of fun to your living room, but they’re also hard workers.
Even as they’ve morphed into objects with plenty of functions over time, the footstool has a royal past. In Ancient Egypt, a footstool was used to climb onto an elevated chair or placed under someone’s feet as he or she was seated in a temple or private residence. Footstools were also in use during the Ottoman Empire. In fact, the ottoman, an upholstered seat or small bench that initially had no back or arms, was the main seating furniture in a home. Ottomans were a way to merge floor seating with cushions and mats.
Poufs, which originated in France, are also thought of as convenient seating furniture as well as occasionally serving as a side table, if needed. (Although, a pouf is typically not as firm as an ottoman.)
Over the years, footstools have taken on varying purposes. They have been used as small portable chairs, for example.
During the 18th century, a footstool might have been long with a low profile, which rendered it perfect for fireside seating. Victorian footstools were small but not unassuming, as furniture makers of the era would upholster the pieces so that they paired with the nearby sofa or wingback chairs. Footstools have even become a storage solution at home, with designers outfitting them with compartments. Today, a footstool might be used to organize quilts and blankets or other textiles, especially if you’re trying to keep things uncluttered in a small apartment.
Footstools are now available in all sorts of provocative colors, upholstery and more. No one is going to put a velvet footstool out on the curb, right? When shopping for your own footstool, try to find one that meets the height of your sofa or other seating (or is a tad lower). It should also be sturdy but not a heavy, clunky piece that’s a chore to move around.
The footstool is both decorative and functional. Not unlike a good throw pillow, interior designers have found numerous uses for this versatile, vibrant furnishing. Find yours in the growing collection of antique and vintage footstools today on 1stDibs.
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