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Anrt Nouveau Umbrella Stand, 1920's
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Art Nouveau umbrella stand made of concrete with some bird scene. Made around 1920.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Umbrella Stands

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Concrete

Anrt Nouveau Umbrella Stand, 1920's
Anrt Nouveau Umbrella Stand, 1920's
H 17.72 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Brass Umbrella Shaped Umbrella Stand
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1489 Brass umbrella shaped umbrella stand. Rich patina is a testament to its years of age and use
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Vintage 1960s Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

French 1950's Brass & Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
1950's French umbrella stand in the form of a folded umbrella with hefty round brass base and nice
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Sheet Metal

Antonia Campi Italian Modernist ceramic Umbrella stand for S.C.I Laveno 1949
By S.C.I. Laveno, Antonia Campi
Located in Milan, IT
Monumental Antonia Campi Italian Modernist ceramic umbrella stand Model C33 for S.C.I 1949 More
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Design Umbrella Stand, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 65cm height, 27cm diameter. Condition: Good. Period: 1970’s. Origin: Germany.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Mid-Century Design Umbrella Stand, 1970’s
Mid-Century Design Umbrella Stand, 1970’s
H 25.6 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Yellow Ceramic Midcentury Umbrella Stand by Antonia Campi for S.C.I Laveno
By S.C.I. Laveno, Antonia Campi
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Rare umbrella stand mod. C9 in glazed ceramic design by Antonia Campi for Società Ceramica Italiana
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Ceramic

1950's Stitched leather Umbrella stand BY Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very rare umbrella stand in metal and Red stitched leather Great condition
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Vintage 1950s French Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Painted Patinated Metal Umbrella Stand, 1960's
Located in Den Haag, NL
Sculptural painted patinated metal umbrella stand, 1960's Painted metal in patinated copper look.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

Modernist Patinated Brass Umbrella Stand - France, 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant modernist umbrella stand made of patinated brass. In the style of Royere. This stand will
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Vintage 1950s French Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Azure & Grey Ceramic Midcentury Umbrella Stand by Antonia Campi for S.C.I Laveno
By S.C.I. Laveno, Antonia Campi
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Rare umbrella stand mod. C9 in glazed ceramic design by Antonia Campi for Società Ceramica Italiana
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Ceramic

1950's Stitched Leather Umbrella Stand by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice and unusual umbrella stand covered with stitched leather France 1950's.   
Category

Vintage 1950s French Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Umbrella Stand designed by Mathieu Mategot, France, 1950's
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, Austria
An umbrella stand designed and produced by Mathieu Mategot from the 1950's. The stand uses
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Italian midcentury Gio Ponti style umbrella stand 1950's
By Gio Ponti
Located in bari, IT
Grid-worked metal umbrella stand embellished with a metal leaf decorated in the Gio Ponti style
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

1950's German Brass and Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Hanover, MA
1950's German umbrella stand in brass and black enemaled perforated metal produced by Vereinigte
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Umbrella Stand, 1930, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Umbrella Stand, 1930, Italian
Umbrella Stand, 1930, Italian
H 28.35 in Dm 10.24 in
Umbrella stand, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Umbrella stand, 1950, Italian
Umbrella stand, 1950, Italian
H 33.47 in Dm 14.18 in
Industrial Design Umbrella / Plant Stand by Neolt, Italy 1970's
By Stile Neolt
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Italian Industrial Design Umbrella / Plant Stand by Neolt, made in Italy, 1970's period
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Vintage 1970s Italian Industrial Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Steel

Brass Coachmans Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
Stylish large brass coachmans boot umbrella holder with brass spur and leather strap
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Brass Coachmans Boot Umbrella Stand
Brass Coachmans Boot Umbrella Stand
H 22.5 in W 17 in D 6 in
1960's Huge Umbrella Stand "Leather booth" Attributed to Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1960's Huge umbrella stand "Leather booth" attributed to Gucci Italy.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hollywood Regency Brass Cane Umbrella Stand
Located in San Diego, CA
elegant 1960's brass patinated umbrella cane stand with pineapple decorative, tips and a welcome
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Victorian Patinated Copper Umbrella Stand
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple elegant antique patinated copper umbrella stand circa 1900's.
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20th Century North American Late Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Copper

Original Vintage 60‘S Umbrella Stand by Carl Aubock Vienna
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
Carl Auböck vintage umbrella stand from brass and cast black lacquered iron Model # 4293 by Carl
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Bauhaus Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Iron

Unicorn Papier Mache Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Unicorn Papier Mache umbrella stand. Vintage "Unicorn Tapestry" umbrella holder in lacquered and
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Vintage 1930s French Umbrella Stands

Materials

Paper

Vintage German Perforated Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in East Hampton, NY
This handcrafted bronze umbrella stand is superb with footed base and playful perforations
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Regency Style Gilt And Cane Umbrella Stand
Located in Norwood, NJ
Carved and gilt mahogany umbrella/stick stand with cane panels. Fluted column corners with carved
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Vintage 1980s Italian Regency Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

Hexagonal Umbrella Stand by Li Puma, Firenze, Italy, 1950's Hollywood Regency
By Li Puma Firenze
Located in Cork, IE
This hexagonal umbrella stand by Li Puma hails from Florence, Italy, and was manufactured in the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Designer Umbrella Stand Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Here we have a truly uniqe umbrella stand produced in Italy during the 1950's. It has an organic
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Cast Iron Umbrella Stand With Golf Figure
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Cast Iron Golf Umbrella Stand. An extremely rare original antique cast iron umbrella or stick stand
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Antique 1890s British Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Victorian Oak Umbrella Stand, Jas Shoolbred
By Jas Shoolbred & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5511 Stylish Victorian, oak umbrella stand in the manner of James Shoolbred, having brass gallery
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Antique 19th Century English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Oak

Victorian Oak Umbrella Stand, Jas Shoolbred
Victorian Oak Umbrella Stand, Jas Shoolbred
H 38.976 in W 22.835 in D 9.843 in
Vintage Tole Fleur de Lys Umbrella Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming French tole umbrella stand with sphere topped by a fleur de lys.
Category

20th Century French Umbrella Stands

William Tonks and Sons Umbrella Stand
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Stylish Victorian brass, copper plated umbrella stand by William Tonks and Sons, all in excelled
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Umbrella Stands

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Brass

William Tonks and Sons Umbrella Stand
William Tonks and Sons Umbrella Stand
H 27.56 in W 13.39 in D 9.26 in
Rare Mathieu Matégot Wall-Mounted Umbrella Stand, Atelier Mategot France 1950's
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare Mathieu Matégot wall-mounted umbrella stand, Atelier Mategot France 1950's. This model with
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

"Golf" Black Plastic and Chrome Umbrella Stand, Italian Work Signed, 1970's
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This "Golf" umbrella stand is made of black plastic and chrome. This is an Italian Work signed
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus-Art Deco Era Umbrella Cane Stand
By Willem H. Gispen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1930's nickel/chrome plated tubular steel umbrella cane stand. All original condition. Very nice
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Early 20th Century Bauhaus Umbrella Stands

Materials

Steel, Iron

Bauhaus-Art Deco Era Umbrella Cane Stand
Bauhaus-Art Deco Era Umbrella Cane Stand
H 21.5 in W 18.5 in D 12 in
Ettore Sottsass Umbrella Stand for Rinovel, 1955
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare Ettore Sottsass umbrella stand for Rinovel, Italy, 1955. Quick shipping in the continental U.S
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mid-Century Brass and Ebonized Wood Umbrella Stand
Located in Tucson, AZ
Some have said that this beautiful umbrella stand was made in 1950's or '60s Germany or Austria but
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Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand Holder, Yellow Powder-Coated
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Powder-Coated Yellow Umbrella Stand Holder, MCM Substantial vintage metal umbrella stand in newly
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal

Italian Umbrella stand and Coat rack, 1950
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Umbrella Stands

Materials

Chrome

Umbrella Stand and Coat Rack, 1950, Italian
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Umbrella Stands

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Brass Umbrella Stand Made in Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
Another umbrella stand from the 1960's . This wonderful decorative object, formed out of hammered
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Isco Faux Bamboo Umbrella Stand, Spain
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage Isco faux bamboo umbrella stand, made in Spain. White and classic, this faux bamboo
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Ceramic

Umbrella stand in leather and bronze , 1930, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Umbrella Stands

Materials

Bronze

Umbrella Stand in Silver Plated Bronze , 1930, German
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the furniture’s design. The German architect, Walter
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Umbrella Stands

Materials

Bronze

English Brass Umbrella and Canes Stand by Lombard England Brass Company
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
1950's Brass Metal Umbrella and Canes Stand by Lombard England Brass The finishing touch for your
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Mid-20th Century English British Colonial Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Carl Auböck Midcentury Modern Brass Umbrella Stand, 1950s, Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Simple and elegant midcentury umbrella stand designed by Carl Auböck handmade by Werkstätten Auböck
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Umbrella Stand by Bucciarelli/Fornasetti Milano Italy
By Piero Fornasetti, Bucciarelli
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Italian early 1950’s umbrella stand by Bucciarelli of Milan with brass rim and graphic prints
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Minimalist Umbrella Stand by Max Sauze for Atrow, 1970s
By Max Sauze
Located in Voorburg, NL
This umbrella stand originates from France and was manufactured in the ‘70’s by Atrow. Made of a
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Steel

French Umbrella Stand in the Style of Mathieu Mategot
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Barcelona, ES
French umbrella stand in rigitule from 1950's. Unknown designer but in the manner of Mategot works
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Deco Umbrella Stand and Coat Rack, 1930, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Umbrella Stands

Materials

Chrome

Blue and White, Purple and Iron Red Foliate Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Blue and white, purple and iron red foliate umbrella stand. Antique painted Italian majolica
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Majolica

Italian 19th Century Louis XVI St. White Carrara Marble Umbrella Stand/Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and most unique Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble umbrella stand
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Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Umbrella Stands

Materials

Marble

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN HARDWOOD & BRASS JAMES JAS SHOOLBRED STICK UMBRELLA STANd
By Jas Shoolbred & Co.
Located in GB
Victorian Brass & Mahogany fully stamped stick umbrella stand circa 1880 Please note the delivery fee
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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Umbrella Stand with 2 Bamboo Design Door Knocker Rings
Located in North Miami, FL
This very chic vintage brass umbrella stand has good weight to it. It is embellished with bamboo
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Vintage 1970s North American Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Ashtray that becomes an umbrella stand in chrome , 1950, American
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
around 120 architectural masterpieces, among which the former Munich brewery stands out, he even made the
Category

Vintage 1950s American Space Age Umbrella Stands

Materials

Chrome

Ettore Sottsass umbrella holder for Rinnovel Italy 1950's
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Very rare mid century umbrella holder designed by Ettore Sottsass for Rinnovel Italy. The timeless
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Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Umbrella Stands

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Umbrella Stand in Iron and Brass by Siva Di Poggibonsi, Italy, 1960s
By Siva Poggibonsi
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing umbrella stand in enamel iron and painted with brass details by S.I.V.A. di
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron, Enamel

Umbrella Stand in Enamel Iron and Brass by Siva Di Poggibonsi, Italy, 1960s
By Siva Poggibonsi
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury umbrella stand in enamel iron and painted with brass details by S.I.V.A. di Poggibonsi
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Aesthetic Movement Walnut & Brass Mounted Hall Stick Stand Attr James Shoolbred
By Jas Shoolbred & Co.
Located in Norwich, GB
A superb Aesthetic Movement walnut and brass mount hall stand attributed to James Shoolbred
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Antique 1880s British Aesthetic Movement Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Circular umbrella stand by f Lli Scaroni
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
F Lli Scaroni's circular umbrella holderF Lli Scaroni's circular umbrella holderF Lli Scaroni's circular umbrella holderF Lli Scaroni's circular umbrella holderF Lli Scaroni's circul...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Other Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Circular umbrella stand by f Lli Scaroni
Circular umbrella stand by f Lli Scaroni
H 23.63 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
French Art Deco Hallstand & Mirror
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
the mirror are two umbrella stands. On top is a rack for hats. C.1930’s Dimensions: W: 49″ D: 9″ T
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Mid-20th Century French Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

French Art Deco Hallstand & Mirror
French Art Deco Hallstand & Mirror
H 74.5 in W 49 in D 9 in
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An assortment of umbrella stand s is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique umbrella stand s was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and wood. There are 4394 antique and vintage umbrella stand s for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 135 modern editions to choose from as well. Umbrella stand s have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Art Deco umbrella stand s are consistently popular styles. Umbrella stand s have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Fornasetti, Piero Fornasetti and Fontana Arte are consistently popular.

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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,152, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $475,000 highest priced.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    An umbrella is called an umbrella due to the history of the English language and its connections to other European languages rooted in Latin. The word umbrella first came into use in the 17th century. It is modified from the Italian word for umbrella, ombrella. Etymologists have traced the origin of the Italian word to the Latin word for shade or shadow, umbra. Find a collection of umbrella stands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Hermès does indeed make umbrellas. The high-fashion French retailer’s umbrella patterns follow the brand's classic aesthetic, and the handle is made of wood. You’ll find a selection of expertly vetted Hermès products from many of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To wash an outdoor umbrella, first brush off any loose dirt, then scrub the fabric with a solution of laundry detergent and water. Finally, rinse it to remove the soap residue.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christo's umbrellas were taken down due to safety concerns after fatal accidents occurred at both of the exhibit's locations. The art installation included 3,100 20-foot umbrellas spread across Tejon Ranch in Kern County, California, and rice fields in Ibaraki, Japan. Find a range of Christo art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    No one knows for sure who invented the umbrella first. However, the history of the accessory has been traced back to China around the year 3,500 B.C. However, some say that the invention occurred during the Warring States period around 476 B.C., when the wife of architect Lu Ban produced an umbrella out of leaves. Shop a diverse assortment of umbrella stands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    There are a few ways to determine if your Louis Vuitton umbrella is real. Check the umbrella thoroughly, looking for any stitching or printing errors—an original will be flawless. Fakes have blurred edges on logo stamps and irregular fonts on the words. Any authentic Louis Vuitton umbrella made after 1980 will also feature a date code. Shop a large collection of expertly vetted Louis Vuitton items from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    There are a few ways to determine if your Louis Vuitton umbrella is real. Check the umbrella thoroughly, looking for any stitching or printing errors—an original will be flawless. Fakes have blurred edges on logo stamps and irregular fonts on the words. Any authentic Louis Vuitton umbrella made after 1980 will also feature a date code. Shop a large collection of expertly vetted Louis Vuitton items from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A kimono stand is the setting for displaying your ornate Japanese textile. The robe's exquisite needlework is highlighted by the stand, which also protects it from the stress that could cause the seams to separate. Traditional ikou, or kimono stands, are huge, expensive, and often hard to come by.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A hostess stand is a type of furniture that is mainly used in restaurants. It houses menus and reservation lists while creating a greeting point for a hostess to welcome patrons. Shop a collection of authentic hostess stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    As a brand, Off-White stands for the symbolic meaning that late founder Virgil Abloh assigned to the color off-white. Specifically, Abloh explained that, to him, off-white is the gray area between black and white, light and dark and good and evil. These dichotomies mirror Off-White's approach to design, which combines elements of haute couture and casual streetwear. On 1stDibs, find a range of Off-White apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Balenciaga doesn't stand for anything. Rather than an acronym, the word Balenciaga is actually the surname of the fashion designer who founded the French luxury fashion house, Cristóbal Balenciaga. In 1917, he established his first haute couture house in the trendy resort town of San Sebastián. He soon followed it with boutiques in Madrid and Barcelona, drawing such clientele as the Spanish royal family. When the Spanish Civil War put a hold on his prospects in Spain, the designer moved to Paris, opening a house on Avenue Georges V in 1937. Shop a collection of Balenciaga apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A pedestal stand is a base — a structure on which you would position a statue or a decorative vase in your home. Pedestal stands come in a range of shapes and sizes, and you are likely to find exactly the stand you’re looking for given the variety that has been made over the years. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage pedestal stands.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A reading stand is a stand to position the book or any reading material in an orthopedically upright position for reading. It’s meant for comfortable reading. The stopper at the end holds the reading material in a way that it doesn’t slip off. It helps ensure that you maintain a good posture while you are reading. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading stands on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A smoking stand is basically designed to mount your ashtray. This stand is usually made of wood or metal and is placed next to a couch or an armchair. It provides convenience and ease. Find a collection of antique and vintage smoking stands on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A smoking stand is a metal or wood stand for holding an ashtray. Traditionally, it was the go-to spot for the smoker of the house, with all necessary accessories like a humidor, cigar cutters, and a removable ashtray. Visit 1stDibs for a range of vintage smoking stands and other tobacco accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    MCM stands for mid-century modern. The term refers to architecture, furniture and designs produced during the middle of the 20th century. Generally, the period starts after World War II and continues through the 1960s or 70s. You'll find a variety of mid-century modern furniture, art and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    SAMO stands for "same old shit." When working as a street artist early in his career, Jean-Michel Basquiat and his fellow artist Al Diaz frequently used the SAMO tag to identify their work. Basquiat also incorporated the SAMO acronym as a symbol in his paintings. Explore a selection of Jean-Michel Basquiat art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    DKNY stands for Donna Karan New York. The name is a reference to the brand's founder, Donna Karan, and the city where she launched it, New York City. Karan established the brand in 1989. Explore a selection of Donna Karan and DKNY apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    No, plant stands aren’t always necessary. You can place a planter on a windowsill, shelf or another surface, provided the location gets enough light. However, plant stands can be useful when you don’t have a surface near a window. Some people also use them simply because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, find a collection of plant stands.

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