Antique Carved Louis XV Walnut Footstool
Located in New York, NY
Antique Carved Louis XV Walnut Footstool. Curvy shape newly upholstered in gray Chenille with
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Footstools
Chenille, Walnut
Antique Carved Louis XV Walnut Footstool
Located in New York, NY
Antique Carved Louis XV Walnut Footstool. Curvy shape newly upholstered in gray Chenille with
Chenille, Walnut
$1,735
H 11.42 in W 27.76 in D 14.77 in
Antique Edwardian Walnut Cabriole Legged Footstool Embroidered Upholstery
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Walnut Cabriolet legged footstool with floral embroidered upholstery A very decorative and well made
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,028
H 7.49 in W 14.18 in D 12.8 in
Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique footstool. An English, walnut and textile bedroom or lounge stool, dating to
Textile, Walnut
$720Sale Price|20% Off
H 7 in W 27.5 in D 12.5 in
Antique Louis XIV Style Carved Walnut Tapestry Long Footstool C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Louis XIV Style Carved Walnut Tapestry Long Footstool C1890. Measures - 7"H x 27.5"W x
Tapestry, Walnut
$1,041
H 11.23 in W 18.12 in D 12.8 in
Small Antique Victorian Walnut Cabriole Legged Footstool Embroidered Upholstery
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Victorian circa 1880 hand carved walnut
Walnut
$2,728
H 13.78 in W 25.79 in D 21.86 in
Large Antique Fireside Stool, English, Walnut, Footstool, Victorian, Circa 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique fireside stool. An English, walnut footstool, dating to the early
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Footstool from Italy
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Italian footstool from the late 19th century, in walnut,,, padded and covered with a fragment of
Walnut
$495
H 13 in W 16 in D 11.5 in
Antique Victorian Walnut Figural Lion Female Face Needlepoint Footstool Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Walnut Figural Lion & Female Face Needlepoint Footstool Ottoman. Item features a
Mahogany
$3,193
H 19.69 in W 37.41 in D 16.54 in
Antique English Regency Upholstered Bench Long Footstool C.1820
Located in London, GB
Antique English Regency Upholstered Bench Long Footstool C.1820 Ebonised Walnut frame, with
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,800
H 9.5 in W 27 in D 11.5 in
French Louis XV 19th Century Carved Walnut Footstool with Tapestry Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV style carved walnut footstool from the 19th century with tapestry upholstery
Tapestry, Walnut
$975
H 9.75 in W 16.5 in D 13.5 in
19th Century French Louis XV Style Walnut Footstool with Custom Linen Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV style walnut footstool from the 19th century with custom linen upholstery. This
Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Walnut Egyptian Revival Thebes Stool C1875
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Cleopatra. Constructed from Walnut with numerous precision made lathe turnings. Cross stretchers and the
Walnut
$600Sale Price|20% Off
H 18 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
Antique French Style Carved Walnut & Upholstered Foot Stool, C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French style footstool offers upholstered seat over walnut base having carved skirt and
Walnut, Upholstery
Fine Pair of Georgian Style Antique Carved Walnut Benches
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The pair in a handsome deep amber tone walnut with good graining. Rounded rectangular benches
Walnut
$999
H 7 in W 18 in D 18 in
Victorian Green Velvet Foot Stool A Lovely piece this Victorian stool is Square
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
probably used as a bed step for a high antique bed, it is in generally good condition and the colour is
Walnut
Antique French Ottoman Footstool Louis XV 1800s Walnut
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of An Antique 1800s French Louis XV Style Ottoman Footstool We had 2
Walnut, Cotton
Antique Eastlake Victorian Burl Walnut Carved Curule Footstool Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Burl Walnut Carved Curule Footstool Ottoman. Circa 19th Century
Tapestry, Walnut
$1,680
H 4.34 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Pair Of Antique Footstools, English, Walnut, Cushioned Stool, Early Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique footstools. An English, walnut and boxwood cushioned stool, dating to the
Boxwood, Walnut
$295
H 7 in W 14 in D 11 in
Antique French Country Provincial Oval Carved Walnut Petite Footstool Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Country Provincial Oval Carved Walnut Petite Footstool Ottoman. Circa Early 20th
Walnut
$425
H 7 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Antique Victorian Round Needlepoint Small Footstool Ottoman w/ 5 Walnut Bun Feet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Round Needlepoint Small Footstool Ottoman w/ 5 Round Carved Sphere Walnut Bun
Walnut
$2,638
H 12.21 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Large Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Square Ottoman Footstool
Located in London, GB
Large Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Square Ottoman Footstool C.1880 Walnut carved frame
Upholstery, Walnut
$400
H 6 in W 15 in D 12 in
Antique Footstool circa 1880s Hand Needlepoint Floral Tapestry + Carved Wood Foo
Located in Portsmouth, VA
There’s something magical about the little things—like this petite antique footstool, quietly
Fabric, Walnut
Antique Walnut Footstool
Located in Honiton, Devon
Late 19th century walnut foot stool French circa 1890, with original tapestry cover
Walnut
Antique french Footstool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A fine carved walnut 6 leg foot stool.
Walnut, Upholstery
Antique Queen Anne Walnut Stool
Located in Sheffield, MA
Antique Queen Anne walnut stool with cabriole legs joined by carved and turned H-shaped stretchers
Wire
Large 19th c walnut footstool
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Antiques. This one-of-a-kind treasure showcases a masterfully carved frieze in rich, figured walnut
Walnut
Pair of Antique Walnut Claw and Ball Footstools
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Pair of antique walnut claw and ball hand dyed leather stools in very good condition having been
Walnut
Pair of Antique Walnut Claw and Ball Footstools
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Pair of antique walnut claw and ball hand dyed leather stools in very good condition having been
Walnut
Sold
H 11 in W 20.25 in D 15.25 in
Antique Victorian Rococo Style Carved Walnut Tapestry Footstool C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Victorian Rococo Style Carved Walnut Tapestry Footstool C1890. Measures - 11"H x 20.25
Tapestry, Walnut
Sold
H 6.11 in W 12.21 in D 12.21 in
Small Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Needlepoint Tapestry, Early Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique footstool. An English, walnut and needlepoint tapestry covered stool
Walnut
Sold
H 6.3 in Dm 11.42 in
Antique Crewel Work Footstool, English, Walnut, Embroidery, Stool, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique crewel work footstool. An English, walnut and embroidered textile stool, dating
Textile, Walnut
Sold
H 7.68 in W 43.12 in D 10.04 in
Long Antique Fireside Stool, English, Walnut, Upholstered Footstool, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a long antique fireside stool. An English, walnut upholstered footstool, dating to the
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Orange Footstool Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Orange Footstool Ottoman. Item features beautiful wood
Walnut
Antique French Country Walnut Woven Rush Cord Seat Footstool Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Country Walnut Woven Rush Cord Seat Footstool Ottoman. Early 20th Century
Walnut
Sold
H 5.71 in W 10.04 in D 10.44 in
Small Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Lounge Stool, Victorian, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique footstool. An English, walnut and upholstered lounge stool, dating to the
Walnut
Sold
H 11.5 in W 19 in D 15.25 in
Antique French Louis XV Style Needlepoint Walnut Footstool, circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis XV style footstool offers floral needlepoint seat over shaped carved walnut
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique French Louis XIV Style Carved Walnut Footstool, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis XIV footstool offers upholstered seat over carved walnut base having shaped
Walnut, Upholstery
Antique French Louis XIV Oval Carved Walnut Footstool, circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis XIV footstool offers upholstered seat in oval form with floral carved frame
Walnut
Sold
H 11.5 in W 17.25 in D 12.25 in
Antique Jacobean Turn Carved Walnut Handmade Cane Seat Footstool Ottoman - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Jacobean Turn Carved Spiral Twist Walnut Handmade Cane Seat Footstool Ottoman - Pair. Item
Walnut
Sold
H 8.5 in W 14.75 in D 8.5 in
Antique Victorian Walnut Floral Needlepoint Footstool Ottoman Foot Rest Stool 15
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian walnut footstool with hand stitched blue needlepoint cushion showing a wreath of
Wool, Walnut
Antique Louis XIV Style Carved Walnut & Tapestry Footstool C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Louis XIV Style Carved Walnut Tapestry Footstool C1890 (11" x 12" x 14 1/4"). A
Wood
Sold
H 7 in W 15 in D 10 in
Early 20th Century French Walnut Footstool with Antique Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
circa 1920 and oval in shape, the antique stool stands on tapered legs over a carved apron decorated
Tapestry, Walnut
Sold
H 16 in W 21 in D 17 in
Antique William & Mary Style Carved Walnut and Upholstered Footstool, circa 1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique William and Mary style footstool features carved walnut frame with turned legs and x
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 7.5 in W 13.5 in D 9.5 in
Antique Petite French Louis XVI Carved Walnut Upholstered Footstool, circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Petite French Louis XVI footstool features carved walnut frame with cabriole legs below upholstered
Walnut
Sold
H 15.5 in Dm 19 in
Antique Eastlake Victorian Floral Tapestry Walnut and Burl Footstool, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Eastlake footstool offers found form with floral needlepoint seat surmounting carved
Tapestry, Upholstery, Walnut, Burl
Sold
H 8 in W 30 in D 10.5 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Footstool with Antique Needlepoint Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
France, circa 1890, the long antique stool stands on six tapered legs over a straight apron embellished
Tapestry, Walnut
18th Century French Walnut Footstool, circa 1750
Located in Faversham, GB
Louis XV French walnut footstool. With slender cabriole legs and an antique floral needlepoint top
Walnut, Cotton
Sold
H 9.5 in W 14 in D 10.5 in
Antique French Louis XIV Carved Walnut and Floral Tapestry Footstool, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis XIV footstool feature floral tapestry seat on carved walnut base having
Tapestry, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Pair of 19th Century Victorian Walnut Leather Footstools
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Pair of Victorian walnut footstools that have been upholstered in antique brown leather, deep
Walnut
Outstanding Antique French Hand-Beaded Footstool
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Exquisite antique French Rococo or Louis XV style footstool with intricate carvings and hand-beaded
Walnut, Wool, Beads
Hand carved Antique French Leather Footstool
Located in Malibu, CA
Hand carved Antique French Leather Footstool19 Hand carved Antique French Antique leather footstool
Leather, Walnut
French Louis XV Style Needlepoint & Walnut Footstool 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis LXI style footstool offers floral needlepoint seat over carved walnut base
Walnut
French Footstool
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique French Louis XV footstool. Carved walnut with velvet upholstery. 27" wide.
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Walnut Stool
Located in London, GB
Antique solid walnut Queen Anne style stool in excellent condition, dating from circa 1910s-1920s
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Antique Spanish Benches In Walnut
Located in Round Top, TX
: stools, benches, footstools,
Walnut
Victorian 19th Century Antique Freestanding Walnut Stool
Located in Suffolk, GB
Victorian 19th century antique freestanding walnut stool raised on four beautifully carved solid
Walnut
Pair of Antique French Carved Walnut Foot Stools
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of small oval antique French style foot stools, which I would date from around the
Walnut
Antique Walnut Finger Carved Needlepoint Foot Stool, Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique footstool offers needlepoint seat with floral urn design over finger carved walnut base
Walnut
Pair of Antique French Carved Walnut Foot Stools
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of small oval antique French style foot stools, which I would date from around the
Walnut, Fabric
Sold
H 13 in W 20.5 in D 14 in
Pair of Antique French Carved Walnut & Needlepoint Tapestry Foot Stools
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of Antique French footstools feature carved walnut frames having cabriole legs with carved
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 9 in W 13.75 in D 13.75 in
Antique Renaissance Revival Gilt & Ebonized Walnut Pillow Top Spittoon C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Renaissance Revival Gilt & Ebonized Carved Walnut Pillow Top Spittoon with Pottery Insert
Pottery, Walnut
Circa 1880 Queen Anne Style Footstool or Small Bench, English
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1880 Queen Anne style footstool or small bench, English. Walnut. Very well executed cabriole
Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 18.9 in W 25.99 in D 20.08 in
Antique Foot Stool, Walnut, Needlepoint Tapestry, English, Regency, circa 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique foot stool in walnut with a needlepoint tapestry cloth. An English provincial
Walnut
Sold
H 16 in W 20 in D 15 in
Antique French Provincial Walnut Needlepoint Stool Foot Rest Ottoman Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French Provincial stool, foot rest or ottoman. Made of walnut featuring French styling with
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 17 in W 19 in D 15.5 in
Early Antique English Carved Walnut & Needlepoint Bench (Stool) Circa 1690
Located in Big Flats, NY
An early antique English bench offers floral needlepoint upholstered seat over walnut base having
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 18 in W 14 in D 14 in
Petite Antique French Louis XVI Walnut Tapestry Needlepoint Upholstered Stool
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
with the highest standard of service possible. You must realize and accept that we are shipping antique
Walnut
Sold
H 17 in W 22.5 in D 22.25 in
Antique Stool with Walnut Queen Anne Legs Newly Upholstered in Mohair
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique stool with walnut Queen Anne legs that have been newly refinished, all new upholstery
Mohair, Walnut
Antique French Walnut Os De Mouton Tabouret Stool, Early 1900s
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in walnut in France during the early 1900’s, this tabouret stool features os de mouton
Textile, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 6.11 in W 54.34 in D 9.06 in
Antique Serpentine Foot Stool, English, Walnut, Fireside Rest, Regency, C.1830
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique serpentine foot stool. An English, walnut fireside rest, dating to the Regency
Walnut
Sold
H 6.7 in W 33.86 in D 9.06 in
Antique Fireside Foot Rest, English, Walnut, Kneeling, Gout Stool, Mid Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fireside foot rest. An English, walnut kneeling or gout stool, dating to the mid
Walnut
Sold
H 8.67 in W 44.3 in D 9.65 in
Antique Carriage Stool, English, Walnut, Fireside Foot Rest, Victorian, C.1840
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique carriage stool. An English, walnut and silk cotton raised fireside foot rest
Walnut
Sold
H 18.5 in W 22.38 in D 18.5 in
English Carved Walnut Antique Foot Stool with Caucasian Woven Textile Upholstery
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Distinct for it’s deep rubbed surface patina with oxidized walnut under layers of waxes, this
Textile, Walnut
18th Century Walnut Foot Stool Upholstered with Antique Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century walnut footstool upholstered with antique Aubusson tapestry (circa: 1760). New padding
Sold
H 14.18 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Antique Foot Stool in Walnut, Needlepoint Tapestry Cloth, English, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique foot stool in walnut with a needlepoint tapestry cloth. An English piece dating
19th Century Walnut Foot Stool Upholstered with Antique Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Louis XV walnut foot stool upholstered with 18th century Aubusson tapestry fragment
Antique Pair of Walnut Foot Stools with 18th Century Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of 19th century Louis XIV walnut foot stools reupholstered with 18th century Aubusson
Antique African Walnut Pillow Stand and Stool Carved in Elephant Form
Located in Nashville, TN
These were dual purpose as stool by day and pillow by night (the pillow cushion strapped thru the openings on top). Nice color and patina .No missing parts , tail, trunk and tusks ...
Pair 19th Century Victorian Walnut Leather Hand Dyed Foot Stools
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Pair of Victorian footstools that have been upholstered in antique brown leather, deep buttoned and
Walnut, Leather
Sold
H 9.5 in W 13 in D 13 in
Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut Pillow Top Spittoon with Pottery Insert c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut Pillow Top Spittoon with Pottery Insert & Hoof Feet C1890. 9 1
Pottery, Walnut
19th Century Scalamandré Red (Hot Pink) Tigre Velvet Round Footstool(s)
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century wood footstool(s) newly upholstered in a Scalamandré red (hot pink) tiger velvet.
Velvet, Wood
$624 / set
H 6.7 in W 19.69 in D 12.6 in
ANTIQUE KILIM TRIBAL RUG UPHOLSTERED FOOTSTOOL RAISED ON BUN FEET WiTH STUDS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London Elevate your space with this beautiful antique Kilim footstool, dating from the early 20th century. Upholstered in richly coloured, handwoven wool with a class...
Fabric
Late 20th Century William and Mary Style Upholstered Footstool Ottoman
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful late 20th century walnut and Upholstered William and Mary style footstool or ottoman in very good vintage condition. Measures 19" in width, 19" in depth and 10" tall.
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Footstool Schumacher Flamestitch Upholstery
By Missoni
Located in New York, NY
A footstool with rich brown bun feet, upholstered in (possibly) a Schumacher flame-stitch fabric, with brass nail-head design around, circa mid-20th century. Great as a footstool or ...
Brass
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.5 in W 26.5 in D 3 in
HANS WACKER-ELSEN Germany (1868-1958) Antique oil on canvas Seascape, Gold Frame
Located in Palm Coast, FL
Up for sale is an antique original oil painting on canvas depicting a seascape - Figures in a sailboat in the open water. Signed in a lower-left corner H. Wacker, DF. DF - "Duesse...
Oil
19th Century Scalamandré Leopardo Silk Velvet Round Footstool
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century wood footstool newly upholstered in a Scalamandré Leopardo silk velvet.
Silk, Velvet, Wood
Sold|$659
H 6.89 in W 12.21 in D 10.04 in
Small Victorian Wingabck Armchair Walnut Embroidered Footstool Maple & Co Style
By Maple & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely small Maple & Co style Victorian Walnut with ornately Embroidered top, footstool A good looking well made and decorative piece, the ...
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Nobilis Leopard Velvet Footstool
Located in Houston, TX
19th-Century wood footstool featuring bronze ball and claw footing with new Nobilis leopard velvet upholstery.
Bronze
$72,198
W 173.23 in L 153.55 in
Rare Antique Aubusson Rug Burgundy Carpet, Large Wool Tapestry Livingroom Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
Featuring intricately woven motifs and emblems on a mixture of Burgundy Beige backgrounds through the centre. A highly detailed layered border then encloses the handmade carpet. This...
Wool, Cotton, Organic Material
$5,276 / item
H 61.03 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Henry Holland Studio Handmade Brown and White Ceramic Sphere Floor Lamp
By Henry Holland Studio
Located in London, GB
Our "TALL" Floor lamp sits statuesque in any space and commands attention. These stacked spheres echo silhouettes already found in the tableware, each is handmade in our signature Ne...
Earthenware, Linen, Oak
$3,388
H 34 in W 30 in D 15.2 in
Antique Hand Carved Gothic Revival Oak Church Lectern Desk w. Bible Compartment
Located in Lisse, NL
Top quality crafted and incredibly durable Gothic church lectern. This practical size lectern is remarkably well crafted and the design and patina are to die for. The perfectly hand...
Oak
19th Century Castiron Jardinière or Planter
Located in Brecht, BE
sublime grey and blue patina on this castiron jardinière or planter.
Iron
Antique Porcelain Sink Basin with Cast Iron Stand
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique porcelain sink with a cast iron stand. This Victorian sink would be a beautiful addition to a vintage bathroom or period style cloakroom. This sink sees a porcelain basin ...
Iron
$9,800
H 35.5 in W 72 in D 29 in
Period George III Cuban Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard of Late 18th Century
Located in Essex, MA
Period George III magnificently figured Cuban mahogany sideboard. Bowfront Original finish cleaned and waxed Beautiful patina and color Sectioned central drawer Flanking side ...
Mahogany
Daum Nancy Vase
By Daum
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Cameo glass vase, monumental landscape, signed Daum Nancy with the Croix de Lorraine.
$595
H 12 in W 19 in D 15 in
Antique French Figural Needlepoint Box Footstool Ottoman on Mahogany Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Figural Needlepoint Box Footstool Ottoman on Mahogany Legs. Item featured believed to be a vintage custom made item using Antique French needlepoint tapestry and vinta...
Mahogany
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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