20th Century Specialists Footstools

The Italian furniture and interior designer, Federico Munari is known as a master of elegantly organic forms. His seating models - including these chairs - were created to highlight ...

Stacked pouf stools with brass legs, 1970. Restored and reupholstered in white boucle.

French Modern curved splay leg stools with walnut legs and white velvet upholstery. 1970, Original.

Lounge chairs with stool, suede and wood, France, 1950s This sculptural France easy chair is both aesthetically challenging and original. The fram...

Ilmari Tapiovaara for Esposizione La Permanente Mobili, lounge chair with ottoman, teak and leather, Finland, 1957. Lounge chair with ottoman by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaar...

Swedish Modern furniture reflect Scandinavian materials and craftsmanship and mix them with a modern style as it is exemplified by this armchair. This simple design is accompanied by a matching footstool that completes it both aesthetically and in terms of functionality. In general, qualities of Swedish modern furniture included simple clean lines without excess decoration, made with mostly light-coloured woods like teak and oak. This set has an understated look that is harmonious and well-balanced. The armchair has a Carl Malmsten-like silhouette, with gentle, rounded edges and a warmth expressed through the design. The subtle decorative qualities stemming from the early 20th century’s art movements and the simple lines deriving from the inter-war art movements gave this style its elegance. The thread running through Scandinavian design is functionalism, which is the most evident in the sturdy frame and the footstool, which elongates the armchair’s seat, making it perfect to lounge. At the same time, the half circle shape also serves a purely aesthetic role, enhanced by the mustard cross stitches that also tie it together with the chair. The tapered legs assure stability and along with the bouclé upholstery, add to the overall modern look. Moving into the machine age, life became somewhat easier, and functionalism evolved into also meeting the emotional needs of people. This gave Swedish functionalism a more natural and humanistic side, which is evident when looking at this set. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The armchair and footstool have been reupholstered recently in premium bouclé fabric. Dimensions: Chair 25.78 in W x 30.31 in D x 34.64 in H; Seat height 14.96 in 65.5 cm W x 77 cm D x 88 cm H; Seat height 38 cm Footstool 24.8 in W x 18.11 in D x 14.17 in H 63 cm W x 46 cm D x 36 cm H Shipping: This armchair with footstool...

A wonderful collectors example of the original large sized 43" rhinoceros’s footstool by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie and Fitch, circa 1960s. This example is signed with the made in England stamp underside one ear, and is in beautiful lightly aged and patinated condition. Sturdy and structurally sound, this large rhino is ready to be used as a footstool or stool as it can support the weight of an average sized adult, or use as a designer floor or tabletop sculpture or a friendly companion for an otherwise lonely house dog or cat. Some creative ways to use this Dimitri Omersa footstool is as an ottoman next to a coffee table, a foot stool or armrest next to your favorite lounge chair or reading armchair or consider pairing two of the facing opposite directions as dining table seating for one side of the table. Omersa's designed leather animals for Omersa Leatherworks of England, Omersa & Company, Liberties of London...

This wonderful pair of vintage 1960s Gastone Rinaldi nickel silver and grey and silver velvet upholstered stools, footstools or small benches...

A wonderful collectors example of an original leather lion footstool by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie and Fitch, circa 1960s. This example has ...

Sling chair in cowhide and patinated steel by Texas moderist Jan Barboglio. Commissioned by a friend of the artist. Lightly used and very comfortable. Am...

A wonderful leather Dog footstool attributed to Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie and Fitch, circa 1970s. Sturdy and structurally sound, this dog is ready to be used as a footstool or use as a designer floor or tabletop sculpture or a friendly companion for an otherwise lonely house dog or cat. Some creative ways to use this Dimitri Omersa footstool is as an ottoman next to a coffee table, by the front door to greet your friends, a foot stool or armrest next to your favorite lounge chair or reading armchair. Omersa's designed leather animals for Omersa Leatherworks of England, Omersa & Company, Liberties of London and Abercrombie and Fitch. Omersa made his first leather animal, a pig, in 1927 and from there created a full suite of interesting and charismatic creatures. Each leather animal is of the highest quality, beautifully stained and waxed. This example is one of the earlier ones, which are rare and highly sought after by collectors therefore very few on the resale market. Incredible opportunity for a collector or design enthusiast to have a signed example in beautiful patinated condition and to keep and collect for years to come. As you can see in our photos, we have a large collection of Omersa leather animals. Some examples include the rare Saks Fifth Avenue dogs, kangaroo's, bears, bulls, elephants, hippopotamus's, pigs, horses and donkey's, ducks, and much more. And we have stock in various sizes for many of the animals, such as 3 different sizes of the Rhino's. This Omersa dog...

A wonderful collectors A&F signed example of the original Hippopotamus footstool by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie and Fitch, circa 1970 in beautiful deep and dark waxed patina leather finish throughout. This example is signed with the A&F logo under one ear as can be seen in the photos, has the early nailheads under its feet, and is in excellent collectors condition. Sturdy and structurally sound, this large Hippo is ready to be used as a footstool or stool as it can support the weight of a child or a small to average sized adult. Or some creative ways to use an Omersa is as an ottoman next to a coffee table, a designer footstool for a reading chair or something to rest your elbow while sitting in your favorite lounge chair, on a credenza, sideboard, bookshelf or mantle as a tabletop sculpture, on the floor as a floor sculpture or as a friendly companion for an otherwise lonely house dog or cat, or by the front door as a greeter to your guests and when you return home after a long day. We think it's great to name your Omersa, as many Omersa owners do, and we also believe every home needs at least one Omersa. Omersa's have so much personality and character - each one was hand made, this one approximately 50 years ago, and each of the 50 or so years this one has lived - it has developed its own stories to tell through its aged patina, it's no wonder most Omersa owners have developed personal relationship with theirs - not too much different than a house pet. We love our personal Omersa's that we keep at home, they always make us smile. A client of ours got one after his dog had passed, he said he wasn't ready yet for another - so an Omersa became the perfect friend at a time in need. Omersa's designed leather animals for Omersa Leatherworks of England, Omersa & Company, Libertys of London and Abercrombie and Fitch. Excellent early production and signed original of this design, making this an ideal collectors example or for an interior design client looking for the perfect finishing piece. Omersa made his first leather animal, a pig, in 1927 and from there created a full suite of interesting and charismatic creatures. Each leather animal is of the highest quality, beautifully stained and waxed. This example is one of the earlier ones, which are not only much more rare but also highly sought after by collectors therefore very few on the resale market. Incredible opportunity for a collector or design enthusiast to have a signed example in beautiful patinated condition and to keep and collect for years to come. We have a full collection of Dimitri Omersa animals, including rhinos, pigs, elephants, donkeys, bears, bulls, kangaroos, bulldogs, the rare and sought after Saks Fifth Avenue dog, doorstop duck...