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What is a bolster pillow used for?

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What is a bolster pillow used for?
Bolster pillows are harder than the typical bed pillow. These pillows offer firm support to the body. These pillows are used to relieve pressures and tight muscles, as placing a support under your knees while sleeping can be beneficial. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bolster pillows.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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Large Navajo Indian Weaving Bolster Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Navajo Indian weaving bolster pillow. This pillow is 38 " long. There are 3 available and
Category

20th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Vintage Brocade Silk Bolster Pillows Turquoise Blue and Gold Colors with Peacock
Located in North Hollywood, CA
bolster lumbar pillow. Size: 15 inches long x 6 inches diameter. Hand made in India, comes with insert
Category

Late 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Pillows and Throws

Materials

Silk

Pierre Frey Large Bolster Cushion
By La Maison Pierre Frey
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A beautiful handcrafted bolster cushion in classic fabric by The House of Pierre Frey. The
Category

2010s Danish Modern Pillows and Throws

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Bolster Cushions, Pierre Frey Manach
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A beautiful pair of special edition handcrafted bolster pillows in fabric by The House of Pierre
Category

2010s Danish Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Long Bolster Size Turkish Jajim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a Turkish flat-weave jajim . Measures: 13'' x 38''.
Category

Mid-20th Century Persian Adirondack Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Eye Dazzler Navajo Indian Weaving Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bolster pillows available. Feather and down insert and zippered casing. These 36 " long pillows would be
Category

20th Century American Adirondack Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

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