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De Sede Patchwork Black Leather Pouf
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous black leather pouf by Swiss designer De Sede with small rectangular patchwork. Perfect accent piece. Good vintage condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Mid century Scandinavian modern black leather ottoman Stool Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern black leather footstool or ottoman designed by Hans Olsen. All original soft black leather down filled cushion. Stool is in good vintage condition shows...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Birch
Stool Made In Brushed Steel With Cognac Leather By Michael Christensen
By Michael Christensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Stool from Michael Christensen, 1960s. Upholstered with cognac-colored leather and brushed steel frame. A stylish example of Danish design from the period.
Dimensions: H:30cm W:62cm...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Steel
H 11.82 in W 24.41 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Leather Elephant / Foot Stool by Dimitri Omersa
By Dimitri Omersa
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Dimitri Omersa designed the elefanth in the mid-1960s. The elephant was manufactured probably by Almazan in Spain.
A similar exemplar was shown in the exhibition “Tierisch schön?” a...
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
1960’s Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie & Fitch Leather Donkey Footstool
By Dimitri Omersa
Located in Northport, MI
This charming leather horse figure, designed by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie & Fitch, dates to the mid-20th century and reflects the brand’s storied heritage in outdoor and sportin...
Category
Vintage 1960s English Other Footstools
Materials
Leather
Vintage Leather Lion Footstool by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie & Fitch
By Abercrombie & Fitch, Dimitri Omersa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Iconic vintage leather lion footstool designed by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie & Fitch. Original from the 1960’s. Absolutely stunning and well executed design. It is in good vintag...
Category
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
Kristian Vedel 'Modus' Ottoman Stool
By Kristian Vedel
Located in London, GB
Designed by the renowned Danish designer Kristian Vedel for Søren Willadsen, this 'Modus' ottoman stool, crafted from luxurious hardwood, the stool features a rich, deep grain that a...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern, Rustic Stools, Honey Shearling, Stained Wood, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern, Rustic Footstools or Ottomans, Honey Shearling, Stained Wood, 1960s
A pair of provincial style modern compass leg stools or ottomans, designed and produc...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Sheepskin
H 18 in W 18 in D 12 in
Vintage P60 Armchair and Footstooll by V. Introini for Saporiti, Italy, 1960s
By Saporiti, Vittorio Introini
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage P60 Armchair and Footstool is a sophisticated piece of design furniture realized in the 1960s by Vittorio Introini (b.1935).
Created for Saporiti in Turquoise Velvet.
Made...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 30.71 in W 33.47 in D 31.5 in
De Sede Tan Patchwork Leather Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful tan colored leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Wonderful faded patina of varying degrees of tan, beige and brown. Perfect accent piece. G...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Oak and Leather Ottoman Kristian Vedel
By Søren Willadsen, Kristian Vedel
Located in London, GB
This ottoman was designed in 1963 by Kristian Vedel for Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik. Constructed from solid oak, the frame showcases beautifully sculpted edges and rounded legs, embo...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Oak
Dimitri Omersa Rhinoceros Leather Footstool by Abercrombie & Fitch C1965
By Abercrombie & Fitch, Dimitri Omersa
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Absolutely fantastic piece of Sculptural Art in a piece of furniture by Abercrombie and Fitch, designed and executed by Dimitri Omersa C1965. In amazing vintage condition with minor ...
Category
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Art Glass
Iconic Pk 91 Folding Stool by Poul Kjærholm for by E. Kold Christensen, DK 1961
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Iconic PK 91 folding stool designed by Poul Kjærholm and manufactured by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark 1961. This stool is from an early production and has a matt chromed plated steel...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
H 14.57 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Madsen & Schubell Attr, Danish Modern, Organic Form Footstool, Shearling, 1960s
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Manhasset, NY
Madsen and Schubell Attr., Danish Mid-Century Modern, Footstool or Ottoman, Beige Sheepskin, Denmark 1960s
A unique organic modern footstool or ottoman attributed to Madsen & Schube...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Sheepskin
H 15 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
De Sede Light Tan Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant light-coloured tan leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina or varying hues of tan. Gorgeous accent piece. G...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
1960s Poul Hundevad “Gold Hill Chair” Solid Wood Folding Stool, Black Leather
By Poul Hundevad
Located in London, GB
“Gold Hill Chair” A solid wood folding stool, seat with black leather. Model PH 41. Made by Poul Hundevad, Vamdrup. Retailed by Illums Bolighus, with metal tag. Literature: Mobilia 1...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 13.51 in W 19.02 in D 16.15 in
French Cowhide and Wood Stool, 1960s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique 4 legged stool made in France, circa 1960s. Substantial and chunky round seat covered in a cushion and thick cowhide with spotted fur ranging from cream to tan and brown. Fur ...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood, Cowhide
Pair of Edward Wormley Green Leather Ottomans for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, c.1960s. The tufted seat cushions are upholstered in a dark olive green leather, a beautiful compliment to the rich mahogany frame...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Stool Made In Black Leather With Rosewood Legs, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Stool of upholstered black leather with rosewood legs of Danish design produced in the 1960s. The stool appears in very good condition with the original label from the manufacturer, ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 15.36 in W 22.45 in D 17.72 in
De Sede Multicolored Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous multicolored leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina of varying degrees of red, green, brown, tan, blue an...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Bruno Mathsson Ottoman
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson for DUX, c.1960s, Sweden. The ottoman was originally paired with the Ingrid armchair. This piece features a tufted caramel leather seat on a bent beech wood...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Ib Kofod-Larsen Ottoman or Stool in Teak and Leather
By OPE Möbler, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen for OPE 'Siesta' ottoman or footstool, teak, leather, Denmark, 1960s
This practical and sophisticated piece of furniture is designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in the 1960s....
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Teak
1960's, Refinished Danish Footstool with Leather Upholtery
Located in Knebel, DK
1960's Refinished Danish footstool with leather upholstery.
Danish footstool in slimlined minimalistic yet advanced Scandinavian modern design with it's combination of straight simp...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Beech
De Sede Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated black leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina. Gorgeous accent piece. Good vintage condition. Wear ap...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
1960´s Fully restored Danish Footstool in Teak Reupholstered in Cream Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1950´s Reupholstered Danish footstool in teak and cream leather
Danish footstool from the 1960´s in solid teak with elegant curved seat making it comfortable to sit on if needed.
T...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 16.54 in W 22.64 in D 15.75 in
Oversized De Sede Black Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated black leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with triangular patchwork and a final octagonal leather patch at the top. This pouf is in a slightly larger size. H...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Safari rosewood and leather Erik Worts Ottoman for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960
By Erik Wørts
Located in Braga, Braga
Safari Ottoman designed by Erik Worts for Niels Eilersen, Denmark, 1960. Made of solid rosewood and leather. Very nice patinated leather seat but still in good vintage condition.
S...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 15.36 in W 23.63 in D 9.85 in
Danish Mid-Century Elm Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Elm and leather footstool, circa 1960's. Original red tufted leather with solid tapering legs.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Elm
De Sede Blood Red Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous blood red leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina or varying hues of reds. Gorgeous accent piece. Good vin...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
1960´s Fully restored Danish Footstool in Teak Reupholstered in Black Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1950´s Reupholstered Danish footstool in teak and black leather
Danish footstool from the 1960´s in solid teak with elegant curved seat making it comfortable to sit on if needed.
T...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 15.36 in W 22.45 in D 17.33 in
De Sede Slate Blue Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful slate blue leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina or varying hues of blues and greys. Gorgeous accent pi...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Danish Modern Leather & Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather & teak footstool, circa 1960's. Original tufted leather in nice condition. Tapering teak sleek legs!
Please inquire for international and remote shipping rates.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Teak
Brazilian Stool Footrest Ottoman by Jean Gillon
By Jean Gillon
Located in New York, NY
Hard to find item by Brazilian designer Jean Gillon. This example is in fair condition, showing cosmetic wear and one tenon has been cracked and re-glued.
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-century Modern Dmitri Leather Rhino Footstall
By Dimitri Omersa
Located in Downingtown, PA
MCM Vintage Leather Rhino Footstool or Ottoman,
The 1960-70s
The Mid-century leather footstool or ottoman is designed in the shape of a Rhino in beautiful dark leather.
Dimensions:...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
Carved French footstool, newly upholstered in a cowhide.
Located in Houston, TX
Elevate your space with our carved hardwood footstool, a timeless masterpiece newly upholstered in a one-of-a-kind cowhide. This footstool exudes elegance, blending intricately carve...
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Rare Fritz Hansen “Bachelor” Lounge Chair & Footstool in Suede Leather & Chrome
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a rare “Bachelor” Lounge Chair and Footstool from the world renown Danish furniture house of Fritz Hansen.
In a world of temporary pleasures, Fritz Hansen create beautifu...
Category
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 29.14 in W 26.78 in D 20.48 in
1960s, Restored Danish Teak Footstool Reupholstered in Black Leather
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Restored Danish teak footstool reupholstered in black leather.
Fully restored Danish footstool in minimalistic yet advanced Scandinavian modern design.
The footstool has ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 14.57 in W 20.48 in D 14.18 in
Brown De Sede Patchwork Leather Pouf, 1960s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous brown leather pouf by Swiss designer De Sede. Square patchwork design. Great vintage condition with perfect patina. Perfect accent piece.
Other poufs available in differe...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Stool With Legs Made In Teak & Black Leather Seat, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This stool, a fine example of Danish design from the 1960s, features a sleek combination of black leather and teak wood. The stool's elegant design reflects the mid-century modern ae...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 13.78 in W 22.05 in D 15.75 in
Easy Chair Model 39 by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen & Søren Willadsen, Denmark, 1965
By Søren Willadsen, Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in London, GB
A rare example of Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen's Easy Chair, Model 39, with matching footstool. Produced by Søren Willadsen from 1965. The rectilinear oak bases of both the chair and footsto...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 27.96 in W 25.6 in D 29.53 in
Pair of stools in black lacquered wood and blue leather
By André Arbus
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of stool (footstools) full repair, new lacquered, new lining leather, and refresh metal (chrome). from France circa 1960.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Genuine Zebra Hide Wall Hanging
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Part of genuine zebra hide included the head restored to become a decorative wall hanging, although could be used also as floor cover.
Original felt backing.
Great decorative item ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Stools
Materials
Animal Skin, Cotton
Rare Barcelona Ottomans by Mies van der Rohe for G.R. Griffith, Original Label
By Gerald R. Griffith, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Barcelona ottomans by Gerald R. Griffith for Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, 1960s. By Gerald Griffith for Mies van der Rohe, produced for a short period of time by this Chicago metal...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Bauhaus Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 14.5 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
Danish Leather Footstool
Located in London, GB
Simple yet so stylish, this gorgeous Danish leather footstool features ebonised wood legs and is so comfortable.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Kristian Vedel Rosewood Modus Ottomans with Brown Leather Upholstery
By Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik, Kristian Solmer Vedel
Located in Raleigh, NC
Pair of Danish Modern rosewood ottomans or stools with leather cushions designed by Kristian Vedel for Soren Willadsen of Denmark. These ottomans were part of Vedel's Modus line from...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Kristian Vedel Rosewood Modus Ottomans, Soren Willadsen Danish Stools
By Kristian Solmer Vedel, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Raleigh, NC
Pair of rosewood ottomans with leather cushions designed by Kristian Vedel for Soren Willadsen of Denmark. These ottomans were part of Vedel's Modus line from the 1960s, which includ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 15 in W 22 in D 22 in
Vintage De Sede Cubus Stool, Set of 2
By De Sede
Located in Bern, CH
Leather stools manufactured by de Sede Switzerland during the 1970s.
The pouffes, or ottomans have stood time very well with only minimal signs of use. They sit very comfortable a...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Leather Metal Stool Johannes Spalt Austria 1961
By Johannes Spalt
Located in Vienna, AT
A high-quality black leather vintage leather stool with chromed steel feet and frame, which was designed by Johannes Spalt 1961 Austria and executed by Franz Wittmann.
The black leat...
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 16.74 in W 27.37 in D 27.37 in
Midcentury Leather Dog Footstool In Style Of Omersa for Abercrombie and Fitch
By Dimitri Omersa, Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury leather dog footstool in style of Omersa for Abercrombie and Fitch.
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
H 19 in W 29 in D 10 in
20th Century Baltic Modern Art Teak Wood Water Buffalo Leather
Located in Osnabrück, DE
A top-class classic , in natural water buffalo, perfectly preserved genuine leather! With swivel and tilt function, as well as very well preserved “Teak Wood“ feet .
The absolute hi...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Leather Patchwork Pouf
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Leather patchwork pouf in brown color.
With trunk.
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
Vintage Ottoman by Asko, Finland, circa 1960
By Asko
Located in Alvesta, SE
Rare chrome and braided black leather foot stool.
Produced by Asko, Finland in the 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Designed Teak and Leather Foot Stool, circa 1960s
Located in Alvesta, SE
Sturdy footstool of better Scandinavian design, with elegant wooden details and leather seat, circa 1960.
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Rope, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AP30 Piano Stool
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Naestved, DK
The very rare piano stool, AP30 by Hans J. Wegner AP30 in teak and newly upholstered in nature leather.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Teak
20th Century Valenti Leather Donkey Footstool
By Valenti
Located in Biarritz, FR
Vintage Valenti, Dimitri Omersa leather donkey footstool
stamps. "Made in Spain" Valenti.
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
20th Century Vintage Valenti Leather Elephant Footstool
By Valenti
Located in Biarritz, FR
Vintage Valenti, Dimitri Omersa elephant leather footstool
The stamps says:"made in Spain" Valenti.
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather
American Studio Craft Carved Sculptural Solid Teak Lounge Chairs Footstools
By Wendell Castle
Located in Chicago, IL
Do you have a killer design eye? Revel at being a leader in the design movement? Or simply have a home that could grace the pages of Elle Decor? If you've answered yes to any of the ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cocobolo, Leather, Teak
H 30 in W 28.5 in D 25 in
Pair of Teak Leather-Topped Footstools
Located in Chicago, IL
In the style of PS Haggen of Norway, these newly upholstered footstools in a Chartreuse Spinneybeck leather, adds additional seating, a foot rest and a delicious pop of color. Priced...
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Leather, Teak
Egyptian Stool by Ole Wanscher with Tan Leather - Danish, Mid-Century Modern
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Houston, TX
Egyptian stool by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen. This stool is in excellent condition with the original box included! This is an iconic stool that will last for many years.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
H 15.5 in W 21.75 in D 12.5 in
Vintage Middle Eastern Camel Seat, Walnut, Leather, Hall Rest, Footstool, C.1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a charming Middle Eastern camel seat, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. This distinctive hallway shoe rest or occasional footstool showcases elegant craftsmanship, ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Saudi Arabian Mid-Century Modern Footstools
Materials
Brass
H 17.33 in W 30.12 in D 15.75 in
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1960s Animal Skin Footstools For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1960s animal skin footstools available for sale. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Folk Art 1960s animal skin footstools are consistently popular styles. Not every interior allows for large 1960s animal skin footstools, so small 1960s animal skin footstools measuring 9 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 1960s animal skin footstools over the years, but those made by Dimitri Omersa, De Sede and Abercrombie & Fitch are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 1960s Animal Skin Footstools?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,925, while they’re typically $233 on the low end and $22,000 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.
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