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German Wood Footstools

Low Hunting Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Oak and Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hunting lounge chair with ottoman, oak, rope, fabric, Germany, 1960s This relaxing chair shows a minimal design combined with great woodworking. An open character is created by the ...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak, Rope

Rare oak hunting footstool by Heinz Heger, Germany 1950s
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Crafted from oak and fabric in Germany during the 1950s. Manufactured by PGH Erzgebirgisches Kunsthandwerk Annaberg Buchholz. To accompany the the Heinz Heger hunting lounge chair or...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Oak

Hans-Peter Krafft "Sheep Footstool" for Meier, Germany, 1960s
By Hans Peter Krafft
Located in Brussel, BE
An Original foot stool in a shape and size of a sheep. Designed by Hans-Peter Krafft for Maier, Germany circa 1960s. Sheep is in wood.
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Wood

Spalted Maple Stool by Fritz Baumann
By Fritz Baumann
Located in Geneve, CH
Spalted Maple stool, by Fritz Baumann Dimensions: Top 29 x 26 x h 52 cm Materials: Maple *This piece is suitable for outdoor use. Please note that the patina may change and the whi...
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2010s German Modern Stools

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Maple

Spalted Maple Stool by Fritz Baumann
Spalted Maple Stool by Fritz Baumann
H 20.48 in W 10.24 in D 11.42 in
Brushed and Limed Ash Stool by Fritz Baumann
By Fritz Baumann
Located in Geneve, CH
Brushed and Limed Ash Stool by Fritz Baumann Dimensions: Top 28 x 27 x h 62 cm Materials: Ash *This piece is suitable for outdoor use. Please note that the patina may change and th...
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2010s German Modern Stools

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Ash

Brushed and Limed Ash Stool by Fritz Baumann
Brushed and Limed Ash Stool by Fritz Baumann
H 24.41 in W 10.63 in D 11.03 in
Set of Lounge Chair with Tabouret, 1950's-1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia(tabouret), Germany (lounge chair) - made of wood, fabric - dimensions of tabouret: H 42cm x W 40cm x D 40cm - new upholstery - good, original condition.
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare circa 1860 Victorian Triangle Hunting Stool from Buckeburg Castle, Germany
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning very rare 19th century Hunting stool from Buckeberg Castle, Germany A very good looking collectable piece, I have never seen a triangle sto...
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Antique 1860s German Victorian Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
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Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Twin Shades
By Stilnovo, Arteluce, Silvio Piattelli
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Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
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Four Chairs for Dining or Game Table Circa 1950 Denmark
By Gio Ponti
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Set of four chairs with great detail; tapered legs and arched apron that support the seat and surrounding bullnose edge. The spindle backs are splayed, rounded and tapered at top and...
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Alex Outdoor Upholstered Stainless Steel Powder Coated Lounge Settee Club Bench
By Heather Ashton Design
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Inspired by the simplicity of midcentury design, The Alex Settee style of relaxed seating is created using a stainless steel, powder coated frame and specialized outdoor foam. The de...
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Corbu Bedside Table by DeMuro Das in Charcoal Carta and Solid Walnut
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the graphic motifs of Le Corbusier's mural paintings, the solid form of the Corbu bedside table is defined by rhythmically placed handles. Architectural legs lend support...
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Gio Ponti F.A. 33 Medium Mirror in Brass
By Gubi, Gio Ponti
Located in Glendale, CA
Gio Ponti F.A. 33 medium mirror in brass. The F.A. 33 mirror was originally designed by Gio Ponti in 1933 for Fontana Arte, the period’s most prominent lamp, glass, and mirror manufa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Gio Ponti F.A. 33 Medium Mirror in Brass
Gio Ponti F.A. 33 Medium Mirror in Brass
H 31.5 in W 21.25 in D 1 in
James de Wulf Vue Concrete Ping Pong Table, Powder Coated Steel Base - Standard
By James de Wulf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary concrete ping pong table with carbon fiber reinforcement and powder coated steel base. Regulation size with acid stained center line; doubles as a dining table. Comes wi...
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2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

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Concrete, Steel

Bespoke Round Italian Travertine Dining Table
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Made to order in Italy Round top Dimensions can be adjusted Honed or polished finish Rounded or straight edges Travertine pedestal Photos show recently...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Travertine

Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair Relaxer by Verner Panton, Germany, 1970s
By Verner Panton, Rosenthal
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chair Relaxer by Verner Panton, Germany 1970s. Iconic rocking chair Relaxer II desigend by Verner Panton for the German manufacturer Rosenthal in 1970. ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Armchair with Peacock or Wheat Sheaf Motif, Gray Painted Aluminum
Located in South Salem, NY
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite armchair adorned with a stunning Peacock or wheat sheaf motif, crafted in gray painted aluminum for a contemporary touch. Inspired ...
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Late 20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

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Aluminum

Square 1970s Pine Falkenbergs Belysning Flush Mounts, Sweden, 1970s
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in Echt, NL
Set of square Danish Ceiling lights in excellent condition. Two sets available. Manufactured by Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden 1970s The lamps are attached to the ceiling wit...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal

Bench with Back in Black Stainless Steel and Black Water-Resistant Fabric
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Trace outdoor bench two seat Perfect to be combined with the Trace Collection lounge set this outdoor furniture piece is available in different colors and materials. The whole des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

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David Mazel Tov LifeGuard Chair, Handcrafted Maple Coastal Inspiration Seating
By Louie George Michael
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This chair is named in honor of the famous lifeguard. David Mazel Tov is a design focused on perspectives and it allows two people to co-exist in a space with different points of vie...
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2010s Canadian Post-Modern Chairs

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Rattan, Maple

Zabihi Collection Late 18th Century Flemish Verdure Tapestry
Located in New York, NY
a late 18th century Flemish Vedure Tapestry Measures: 7'4'' wide x 9' long. Tapestries make integral part of the Flemish cultural heritage. Most of the tapestries have religious, m...
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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Pair Side Chairs with Peacock or Wheat Sheaf Motif, Gray Painted Aluminum
Located in South Salem, NY
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite garden dining side chairs adorned with a stunning Peacock or wheat sheaf motif, crafted in gray painted aluminum for a contemporary...
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1990s American Patio and Garden Furniture

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Stool Classicism Beech
Located in Berlin, DE
Stool classicism beech Small stool made of beech stained to cherry, shellac polish. The small seat shows some traces of use, but the condition is such that it can be brought immedia...
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Antique Early 1800s German Neoclassical Stools

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Beech

Stool Classicism Beech
Stool Classicism Beech
H 18.9 in Dm 14.97 in
19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Footstool Upholstered Horsehair Covered
Located in Osnabrück, DE
This fantastically restored, cherrywood, footstool was made from a original Biedermeier side chair, circa 1830! New upholstered and with original horse hair, new covered! He is fanta...
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Footstools

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Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Burr Walnut Footstool Upholstered in Horsehair
Located in Savannah, GA
A Biedermeier footstool with a pleasing Silhouette and beautifully grained wood, newly upholstered in bottle-green dyed horsehair.
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Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Footstools

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Walnut

Low Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Oak and Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair with ottoman, oak, rope, fabric, Germany, 1950s This relaxing chair shows a minimal design combined with great woodworking. An open character is created by the high leg...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wire

Set of 3 German vintage stools from the 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Set of 3 vintage stools from the 50s in well preserved original vinyl cover.
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Faux Leather, Wood

Set of 3 German vintage stools from the 1950s
Set of 3 German vintage stools from the 1950s
H 16.93 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Mid-Century Modern Cord Seat Stool
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Vintage birch frame cord seat stool made in Germany in the 1950s. This stool offers classic modern lines with a nice combination of materials. Aesthetically pleasing, but also a very...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Cord, Birch

Mid-Century Modern Cord Seat Stool
Mid-Century Modern Cord Seat Stool
H 17.5 in W 19.75 in D 17 in
White Wool Natural Wood Grazing Sheep
Located in Tulsa, OK
White Curly Fur Grazing Sheep This small sheep with real sheepskin on natural beechwood and natural leather ears is suitable as original seating, ottoman or for decoration. Use as a...
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2010s German Modern Footstools

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Wood

Mid-Century Stool, Germany, 1950's
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage stool in good original condition.
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Stool, Germany, 1950's
Mid-Century Stool, Germany, 1950's
H 18.9 in W 19.3 in D 14.57 in
Biedermeier Nightstand, Cherry Veneer, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Biedermeier nightstand, cherry veneer, South Germany circa 1820 Small cambered Biedermeier nightstand / bedside table or pillar cabinet. Cherry veneered on softwood. Two ebonized...
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Stools

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Brass

Large Biedermeier Stool, Walnut Veneer and Solid, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Large Biedermeier stool, walnut veneer and solid, South Germany circa 1820 Walnut veneered frame. Walnut solid legs and intermediate bar. Newly upholstered and covered with black...
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Footstools

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Fabric, Walnut

White Curly Haired Small Sheep
Located in Tulsa, OK
White curly haired small sheep This small sheep with curly white fur, painted and natural wood and dark leather ears is suitable as original seating, ottoman or for decoration. Us...
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2010s German Modern Footstools

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Leather, Wool, Hardwood

White Curly Haired Small Sheep
White Curly Haired Small Sheep
H 15 in W 10 in D 19 in
Life-Sized Sheep Stool by Hans-Peter Krafft for Meier, Germany, 1970s
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
This lovely looking sheep was designed by the artist Hans-Peter Krafft for Meier in Germany. Very decorative and functional design made in the 70's. You can sit on it, put your fe...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Leather, Wool, Wood

Brown Curly Sheepskin with Black Wood and Leather Handmade, Life-Size Sheep
Located in Tulsa, OK
Brown wool life-size sheep This life sized sheep with real sheepskin on black stained beechwood and natural leather ears is suitable as original seating, ottoman or for decoration...
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2010s German Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Egypt Pictured Pouf Ottoman Footstool Poof Pouffe Made of Leatherette, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful leatherette footstool poof ottoman on a wooden frame. The leatherette poof is in a very good condition, wood with a nice patina, gives your living room a beautiful style.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood

Brown Curly Wool Fur with Black Wood Lamb
Located in Tulsa, OK
Brown curly wool fur with black wood and blue eyes lamb This small sheep with real sheepskin on black painted pinewood and black leather ears is suitable as an ottoman or for deco...
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2010s German Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Pine

White Curly Wool and Pinewood Small Sheep
Located in Tulsa, OK
White wool small sheep This small sheep with real sheepskin on natural pine wood and natural leather ears is suitable as original seating, ottoman or for decoration. Use as a stoo...
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2010s German Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Pine

Hans-Peter Krafft Handcrafted Wool Sheep Sculpture for German Co. Meier, 1970s
By Claude and Francois-Xavier Lalanne, Hans Peter Krafft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Handcrafted sheep by artist Hans-Peter Krafft for the German company Meier. The sheep is suitable as original seating or for decoration like a Lalanne's sheep. This life seize sheep...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Sheepskin, Glass, Beech

Pair of White Lacquered Plywood Stools by Opal Germany, 1960s
By Opal Kleinmöbel 1
Located in Vienna, AT
Charming white lacquered plywood circular stools. They are produced in Germany by Opal Kleinmöbel in the late 1960s and show the original manufacturers mark on the underside. The lac...
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Footstools

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Fabric, Plywood

Pair of Stools, South Germany Bavaria 1750 Original Painting, New Upholstery
Located in Epfach, DE
Pair of stools, South Germany Bavaria 1750 original painting, new upholstery Pair of very charming stools, with original painting, from South Germany, probably Bavaria, mid-18th c...
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Antique 1750s German Baroque Footstools

Materials

Wood

Inlaid German Biedermeier Stool / Bench
Located in Charleston, SC
This Biedermeier stool has elegant legs with twist inlay running down the front foot of each leg with inlaid rosettes on each side. The bench has a turned X-stretcher between the leg...
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Benches

Materials

Fruitwood, Upholstery

Pair of Antique Biedermeier Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful pair of antique Biedermeier style stools are made out of maple wood and in good condition. The stools feature an X-design pedestal legs with a maple and ebonized color...
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Antique Early 1900s German Biedermeier Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Foam, Walnut, Lacquer

Pair of Antique Biedermeier Stools
Pair of Antique Biedermeier Stools
H 20 in W 19 in D 15 in
Burnished and Limed Oak Stool by Fritz Baumann
By Fritz Baumann
Located in Geneve, CH
Burnished and Limed Oak Stool by Fritz Baumann Dimensions: Top 33 x 30 x h 53 cm Materials: Oak handmade from solid pieces of wood, free-cut following the natural grain, made one b...
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2010s German Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Vitra Tabouret Skin Wood Stool Set Brown
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you a Vitra Tabouret skin wood stool set brown. Product measurements in centimeters: Depth 60 Width 60 Height 78 Seat-height 78 Seat-depth 38 Seat-width 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Footstools

Materials

Wood

Vitra Tabouret Skin Wood Stool Set Brown
Vitra Tabouret Skin Wood Stool Set Brown
H 30.71 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Classicist Stool with Leather Upholstery
Located in Berlin, DE
Classicist stool with leather upholstery Small stool made of oak, the seat is made of softwood and veneered in oak, restored condition, newly upholstered (leather) and hand polished...
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Antique Early 1800s German Neoclassical Stools

Materials

Oak

Retro Footrest, Germany, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Germany - Made of oakwood - Has original upholstery - Original condition.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Retro Footrest, Germany, 1970s
Retro Footrest, Germany, 1970s
H 16.54 in W 22.45 in L 16.54 in
Ekornes Stressless Nordic Footstool Beige
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Cologne, DE
Ekornes Stressless Nordic footstool beige leather modern footrest designer wood, made for pure comfort and flexibility.
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21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Bentwood, Leather

Ekornes Stressless Nordic Footstool Beige
Ekornes Stressless Nordic Footstool Beige
H 16.54 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in
Ekornes Stressless Wing Footstool Black Leather Modern Footrest Designer Wood
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Cologne, DE
Ekornes Stressless wing footstool black leather modern footrest designer wood, made for pure comfort and flexibility.
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21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Ekornes Stressless Memphis Footstool Brown Leather Modern Footrest Designer Wood
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Cologne, DE
Ekornes Stressless Memphis footstool brown leather modern footrest designer wood, made for pure comfort and flexibility.
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21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

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

Set of Bar Stools by Müller Boulevard Möbel
Set of Bar Stools by Müller Boulevard Möbel
H 44.69 in W 16.34 in D 17.72 in
Ekornes Stressless Mayfair Footstool Red Leather Modern Footrest Designer Wood
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Cologne, DE
Ekornes Stressless Mayfair footstool red leather modern footrest designer wood, made for pure comfort and flexibility.
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21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Ekornes Stressless Footstool Black Leather Modern Footrest Designer Wood
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Cologne, DE
Ekornes stressless footstool black leather modern footrest designer wood in a minimalistic and modern design, with convenient functions, made for pure comfort and flexibility.
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21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools

Materials

Bentwood, Leather

18th Century Baroque Tabouret German Upholstered in Petits Points Tapestry
Located in Kitzbuhel, AT
Elegant 18th century tabouret with cabriolet legs in blue finish and gold accents. Upholstered in original petits points tapestry in a rich red/blue/green and beige palette of flower...
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Baroque Footstools

Materials

Wood

Antique Rustic Root Wood Stool
Located in Berghuelen, DE
a nice antique stool made of root wood. upholstered and covered with genuine leather. germany, ca. 1900
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Antique 19th Century German Rustic Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Rustic Root Wood Stool
Antique Rustic Root Wood Stool
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H 19.7 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
Massive Patchwork Ottoman by De Sede
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Massive patchwork ottoman by De Sede. Original dark brown and black leather with nice patina and coloring. Good original condition with some minor signs of wear and tear.
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20th Century German Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of European Gymnast Benches with Leather Seats
By Turnmeyer-Werke
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of solid wood gym benches with thick leather tops manufactured in Germany by Turnmeyer-Werke, circa 1960. Striking, contrasting dovetail joinery with cut-out handles to sides....
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Vintage 1960s German Industrial Benches

Materials

Oak, Leather

Pair of Carved Shell Motif Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of carved Walnut shell motif ottomans with new chenille dot upholstery. This item is located at our off site storage facility, please phone to schedule an appointment.
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Early 20th Century German Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Walnut, Chenille, Upholstery

Biedermeier Bench
Located in San Francisco, CA
Simple and beautiful fruitwood bench from the first half of the 19th century.
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Antique 19th Century German Footstools

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Biedermeier Bench
Biedermeier Bench
H 20 in W 17 in D 17 in
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German Wood Footstools For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of german wood footstools available on 1stDibs. We have 14 antique and vintage german wood footstools in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. German wood footstools have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of german wood footstools to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Baroque german wood footstools are of considerable interest. Many german wood footstools are appealing in their simplicity, but Fritz Baumann, Ekornes Stressless and Correcta produced popular german wood footstools that are worth a look.

How Much are German Wood Footstools?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,962, while they’re typically $207 on the low end and $18,848 highest priced.

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.