Brass Coachmans Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
Stylish large brass coachmans boot umbrella holder with brass spur and leather strap
Brass Coachmans Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
Stylish large brass coachmans boot umbrella holder with brass spur and leather strap
Spanish Brass Boot Umbrella Holder
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A fun 1970s hand-hammered solid brass boot umbrella holder. Marked made in Spain on the heel
Brass
Vintage Brass Boot Umbrella Stand, Hand-Forged in Italy, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Limited edition (156/600) hand-forged brass boot umbrella stand made in Italy.
Brass
$1,800
H 23 in W 14 in D 5.5 in
English 1920s Hand-Hammered Copper and Brass Musketeer Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English hand-hammered brass and copper musketeer boot umbrella stand from circa 1920 with front
Copper, Brass
$760Sale Price|20% Off
H 24.81 in W 14.18 in D 4.34 in
Early 20th Century Spanish Repoussé Copper Boot Umbrella and Walking Cane Stand
Located in Haarlem, NL
A heavy robust larger than life Spanish 1920s repoussé copper boot umbrella or walking cane stand
Copper
Victorian Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian brass boot shaped umbrella stand.
Brass
$14,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.25 in W 18 in D 18 in
1970s' Vintage Gucci Oversized Equestrian Boot Umbrella Holder
By Gucci
Located in Englewood, NJ
A Mid 20th Century Monumental and Extremely Rare Vintage "Equestrian Boot" Umbrella Holder by
Brass
Hammered Brass Riding Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A mid-20th century French hammered brass umbrella stand in the form of a horseman's boot.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical umbrella stand crafted in the midcentury with brass featuring laces, buckles, and spurs
Brass
Early 20th Century Polished Copper Knights Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous umbrella stand. Place this tall, elegant copper boot stand at your front door or in your
Copper
$1,200Sale Price|46% Off
H 21 in W 13 in D 4.5 in
Circa 1930s English Spurred Brass Knight's Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass umbrella holder in the form of a riding boot, with stamped brass detail and solid brass spur
Brass
$519Sale Price|20% Off
H 21 in W 6 in D 11 in
Brass Boot Umbrella Stand, Art Deco Style, Early 20th Century, 1930
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Unusual stick stand in the form of a brass boot. This is a very unusual slightly quirky stick
Brass
$895
H 20 in W 7 in D 16.5 in
Large Handsome 1950s Italian Boot Umbrella or Cane Stand - Aged Brass Patina -
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-20th century hand-hammered brass umbrella stand from Italy taking the form of a large boot. The
Brass
$775
H 22 in W 16 in D 7 in
Early 20th C. French Hammered Copper and Brass Musketeer Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a touch of whimsy and old-world charm to an entryway with this tall copper umbrella stand
Copper, Brass
$311
H 21.66 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Brass Boot Umbrella Stand in the sale of Mecap Belgium from 1930s
Located in Brussel, BE
Unconventional umbrella holder in the shape of a boot, made of brass in the style of Mecap Belgium
Metal, Brass
Majolica Boot Umbrella or Cane Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical midcentury Majolica or glazed terra cotta umbrella or cane Stand in the form of Italian
Porcelain
English Coachman Boot Shaped Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This is great looking English Coachman Boot Shaped Umbrella Stand, 1950s . Hand crafted in England
Brass
Whimsical Boot-Form Brass Umbrella Stand, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Brass Umbrella Stand in the Form of a Boot A whimsical mid-20th century brass umbrella
Brass
$2,250
H 20.25 in W 10.25 in D 15.25 in
Vintage English Midcentury Copper Umbrella Stand Depicting a Boot
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English copper umbrella stand from the mid 20th century, depicting a boot. Created in England
Copper
$774Sale Price|40% Off
H 20.08 in W 12.21 in D 5.12 in
An English Brass Knights Boot Design Umbrella Stand, Circa 1930
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An English Brass Knights Boot Design Umbrella Stand, Circa 1930 with weighted base, and spur detail
Brass
$2,038Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.43 in W 7.09 in D 11.62 in
Brass umbrella stand representing a boot. French work. Circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unusual umbrella stand representing a boot is made of brass. This is a French
Brass
Vintage Continental Neoclassical Style Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Continental Neoclassical Style Iron Boot Scraper. This interesting vintage or antique
Iron
Very Unusual Stick Stand a Brass Deep Sea Diver’s Boot
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
stick stand, the boot is made in hand beaten brass and will hold many sticks or umbrellas. The stand
Brass
$396 / set
H 4.34 in Dm 2.76 in
Set of 16 Luxury Nature Collection Christmas Tree Ornaments Vintage Irish Linen
By Katie Larmour Design
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
set contains one of each of the below: Butterfly Fox Robin Palm tree Umbrella Wellington (rubber) boot
Linen
English Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
English brass boot umbrella stand.
Brass
English Minton Creamware Boot Umbrella Stand, circa 1883
By Minton
Located in Atlanta, GA
1883 English Minton Creamware Boot Umbrella Stand, Fox Hunt with Horse Shoe.
Creamware
Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous brass umbrella stand.
Brass
Umbrella Stand Midcentury Brass and Copper, Boot Form
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Midcentury brass umbrella stand, boot form Made hammered brass, shaped like a very beautiful
Brass
Unavailable
H 24.41 in W 18.51 in D 6.11 in
Garde Republicaine Boot leather Umbrella stand Mid century Modern 1950's Italy
Located in Antwerpen, BE
a unique touch to their entryway, this Large Garde Republicaine Boot umbrella stand is more than
Metal
Boot-Form Umbrella Holder
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic boot-form umbrella holder dates to the 1970s and was created in England
Metal
Mid-19th Century Mahogany Boot Rack
Located in Folkestone, Kent
Mid-19th century mahogany boot rack and crop stand with platform base below. Good original
Mahogany
Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Large Brass boot umbrella stand
Brass
Cowboy Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Cowboy boot umbrella stand made from steel from auto parts.
Steel
Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Houston, TX
WONDERFUL BRASS BOOT UMBRELLA STAND WITH MADE IN ITALY ON SPUR
Brass
Hammered Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury hammered brass pilgrim boot umbrella stand. Measures: 15" x 5" x 23" H.
Brass
1960s Brass Cowboy Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s brass cowboy boot umbrella stand.
Brass
Vintage Brass Spurred Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Vintage brass spurred boot umbrella stand with black details and squared toe. Measures: 23" H.
Brass
Vintage French Brass Boot Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in Florence, IT
Vintage French brass boot umbrella stand. A fun hand-hammered brass boot umbrella holder. Hold
Brass
1970s Italian Glazed Ceramic Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1970s Italian glazed ceramic boot umbrella stand.
Ceramic
Brass and Bronze Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Brass and bronze boot umbrella stand. Three Verdigris brass 19th century can boots with leather
Brass, Bronze
French Solid Brass Riding Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very large and substantial French solid brass riding boot umbrella stand - holds many umbrellas
Brass
Brass "Boot" Umbrella Stand
Located in North Miami, FL
A fantastic umbrella stand in the shape of a boot. Amazing details from the spurs to the laced up
Brass
Whimsical 3 Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Whimsical Edwardian style umbrella stand composed of 3 bronze boots with leather laces and soles
Hammered Brass Boot Umbrella/Cane Holder
Located in Water Mill, NY
Hammered Brass Boot with Spur Umbrella/Cane Holder
Brass
Antique English Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A great looking antique brass umbrella stand in the shape of a gentleman rider's boot, complete
Brass
English Spurred Brass Knight's Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass umbrella holder in the form of a riding boot, with stamped brass detail and solid brass spur
Brass
French Copper Boot Umbrella Stand, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
The umbrella stand in the shape of a soldier's riding boot, complete with strap detailing and spur
Mid-Century Modern Brass Riding Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern brass umbrella stand in the shape of a horse riding boot with buckle. The piece
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Hand-Hammered Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fanciful hand-hammered brass umbrella stand in the form of a boot, complete with spurs.
Brass
Pair of Matching Boot Umbrella or Cane Holders or Stands
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice matched pair of brass boot cane or umbrella holders. One has laces running down it's side.
Brass
Early 20th Century Spanish Polished Repousse Copper Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
canes and umbrellas. Crafted in Spain, circa 1920, the large shoe is in the shape of a musketeer boot
Copper
1950s Italian Solid Brass Hammered Large Pirate Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in San Diego, CA
A very unique solid patinated brass hammered large pirate boot, great detail and a conversation
Brass
Belgian Brass Umbrella Boot
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage brass boot in the shape of a wellington boot that holds umbrellas! Solid brass and stamped
Brass
French Brass Boot Form Umbrella Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Shaped as a larger version of a 19th century boot.
Brass
Marvelous Antique Polished Brass Boot Shaped Umbrella Stand
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Marvelously crafted hand made polished brass umbrella stand in the shape of a handsome boot with
Brass
Contemporary Modern Bronze Cast Boot Cane/Umbrella Holder
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This unique bronzed casted boot up for consideration. Can be used as an umbrella or cane holder. In
Bronze
Vintage Bronze Boot Stick Umbrella Stand, Mid-20th Century
Located in London, GB
This large charming stick or umbrella stand in the form of a bronze boot dating from the mid-20th
Bronze
Late 19th or Early 20th Stoneware Boot Form Umbrella Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
military in feeling. The base is fitted with a drainage hole to remove built up water. The lip of umbrella
Hammered Brass Umbrella Stand in the Form of a Cowboy Boot
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Hammered brass umbrella stand in the form of a cowboy boot.
Brass
Impressive Oversized Military Boot Stick or Umbrella Stand French c.1910
Located in London, GB
A oversized military boot stick stand, origin French c.1910. The large leather boot forms the base
Metal
An Amusing 50's Umbrella Stand In The Form Of A Cavalry Boot
Located in Kent, Dover
A charming Italian brass umbrella stand in the form of a cavalry boot, with spur.
English Boot Rack
Located in Buchanan, MI
Very nice 19th century mahogany boot rack with brass tray. Great to us as an umbrelly stand.
Brass
Antique English Boot Rack, circa 1820
Located in San Francisco, CA
umbrella holder, easily reversed if a boot rack is desired.
Oak
Casagrande hammered copper vessel in the shape of a boot
Located in San Francisco, CA
An Italian hammered copper umbrella stand in the form of a boot made and signed by Egidio
Copper
Victorian Mahogany Entrance Hall Boot and Umbrella Stand
Located in Essex, MA
With arches and bars for drying clothing over shelves for shoes and end racks for umbrellas.
Brass
Sold
H 18 in W 12 in D 7 in
Mid-Century Modern Spanish Brass Boot Floor Sculpture Umbrella Stand, 1960s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an intriguing, brass boot floor sculpture or umbrella stand, made in
Brass
Brass Lombard Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brass Lombard boot umbrella stand, the boot has been re-welded, we have left the aged patinated
Brass
20th Century Hand-Hammered Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
By Dinanderie de Mecap
Located in Sofia, BG
Very realistic hand-hammered solid brass boot umbrella holder with wonderful details. France
Brass
Vintage 1960s Midcentury Gucci Boot Umbrella Holder, Holy Grail
By Gucci
Located in Englewood, NJ
An incredible extremely rare vintage, 1960s "Holy Grail" authentic vintage "Equestrian Boot
Brass
Sold
H 23.63 in W 6.7 in D 11.82 in
20th Century Hand-Hammered Brass Boot Umbrella Stand by Dinanderie de Mecap
By Dinanderie de Mecap
Located in Sofia, BG
Very realistic hand-hammered solid brass boot umbrella holder made by Dinanderie de Mecap. Belgium
Brass
Vintage Spanish Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Often umbrella stands have an amusing design subject, this vintage hand-hammered brass boot could
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Brass Boot Umbrella Stand with Spur
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Standing at 22 inches in height, this mid-20th century hand-hammered brass umbrella stand from
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Brass Boot Umbrella Stand with Spur
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Standing at 22 inches in height, this mid-20th century hand-hammered brass umbrella stand from
Brass
Brass Coachmans Boot Umbrella Stand with Leather Lashings and Straps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
leather lashings and leather trim around the top of the boot are phenomenal. the leather fittings and
Brass
Sold
H 22.4 in W 16.3 in D 8.6 in
Vintage 1950s Spurred Brass Horse Back Riding or Knight Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
on this highly decorative umbrella stand is the shoelace. On the sole this boot is marked 'made in
Brass
Sold
H 22.5 in W 6.5 in D 14 in
1960s Mid-20th Century Italian Hammered Brass Tall Boot Umbrella Stand with Spur
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-20th century hand-hammered brass umbrella stand from Italy takes the form of a large riding
Brass
Sold
H 33.5 in Dm 12.5 in
Rare Whimsical Bronze Umbrella Stand with Ladies Boot Motif by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Incredible and whimsical umbrella stand that's a work of art having blackened bronze base in the
Bronze, Iron
19th Century English Mahogany Boot Rack
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Can be modified to hold umbrellas and canes. Boot rack is 21" in height.
Brass
Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderfully detailed brass boot umbrella stand. Stamped "Hand Made Italy"
Oversized Fiberglass Boot Umbrella Holder
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a whimsical figural boot umbrella holder in fiberglass.
Fiberglass
English Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
By Mark Lombardi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English brass boot umbrella stand with leather ties on one side. Stamped "Lombard England
Brass
Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier, in stock All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass reg...
Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Assembled with crystal/gold and red elements handmade in the Murano furnaces. Wooden frame with a natural finish.
Glass
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$231,062Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
$7,654 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
Brass
$13,626 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$4,950
H 69.69 in W 24.22 in D 5.91 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall-Mounted Mirror with Shelf in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall-mounted mirror with shelf, teak, mirrored glass, Italy, 1950s An exemplar of mid-century modern design, this sleek, wall-mounted mirror epitomizes finesse and the inimitable ch...
Mirror, Teak
$27,500
H 46.46 in W 101.58 in D 20.28 in
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...
Iron
Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vase/Umbrella Holder
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vase/Umbrella Holder with traditional hand-painted motifs, serving as an elegant umbrella stand or decorative floor vase. We sell items as acquire...
Porcelain
When it’s raining, you’re going to need an umbrella, and that wet umbrella is going to need a home. In the range of vintage, new and antique umbrella stands on 1stDibs, find patio umbrella stands made for the outdoors and luxury iterations intended to pair with your coat rack and add a dose of character to your entryway.
Modern umbrellas originated as parasols or sunshades for the upper classes in Ancient Egypt, Ancient India and elsewhere, with the accessory undergoing significant improvements, which included waterproofing, in China thereafter. The Chinese created collapsible accessories and applied wax and lacquer to paper parasols, which repelled rain during thunderstorms. As umbrellas saw widespread adoption over the years, we suddenly needed a place to put them.
African-American inventor William C. Carter of Cincinnati, Ohio, patented the first umbrella stand in 1885. His receptacle featured horizontal crossbars with hinged ends that allowed for umbrellas to be spring-locked into place. Carter hoped his idea would prevent theft of umbrellas and canes as well as present an orderly solution for storing them. It could hold more than one umbrella and contained a drip pan to catch rainwater. Today, antique umbrella stands are rich components of home decor — they’re among the first furnishings you see when you enter someone’s house or apartment — and those stemming from Carter’s day are precious collector’s items.
While preliminary umbrella stands were simple (no more than two posts and a rack to hold several umbrellas), furniture makers embellished their interpretations, adding decorative flourishes and improving upon its features over time.
On 1stDibs, a collection of antique 19th-century umbrella stands includes structures made of oak, walnut and more. There are understated Victorian-era umbrella stands made of brass that comprise little more than four tubular metal supports and cast-iron drip pans, while iterations dating from the same era made from mahogany feature distinctive hand-carvings on their side panels or ornate finials. If they’re not cast-iron umbrella stands, a (sometimes removable) cast-iron drip pan at the very least is a fairly consistent characteristic of the stands of the era.
Mid-century modern furniture designers explored venturesome forms and worked with a variety of materials to craft their umbrella stands, integrating metals such as aluminum and introducing glass and even marble to these pieces. Umbrella stands crafted by contemporary furniture makers often depart from their historical counterparts. While a sampling of today’s iterations demonstrate that creators are making umbrella stands in a variety of shapes and sizes, they’re frequently embodying clean lines and minimalist flourishes, which are perhaps a good fit if you don’t intend for your rack to stand out in your foyer or entryway.
If you’re looking to make a statement with your patio umbrella stand or the piece you’re intending to keep indoors, a vintage ceramic umbrella stand will introduce a pop of color or a dazzling texture to your doorstep or to the neutral color palette that characterizes your entryway.
While umbrella stands have seen an evolution of design over the years, their usefulness hasn’t changed a bit. Browse a collection of antique, new and vintage umbrella stands today on 1stDibs.
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