20th Century French Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century French metal umbrella stand features a distinctive perforated design that blends functionality with industrial charm.
Metal
$308Sale Price|35% Off
1950's Metal Umbrella Stand
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Bern, BE
Vintage 1950's Umbrella Stand. Constructed of white powder coated perforated metal with brass accents.
Metal, Brass
$748Sale Price|20% Off
Mid century metal mesh umbrella stand, France 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in ECHT, NL
Original mid-century umbrella stand in the manner of Mathieu Mategot. It is made from metal mesh. The white paint is original. Besides an umbrella stand it is also suitable as a wast...
Metal
French 1950's Brass & Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
1950's French umbrella stand in the form of a folded umbrella with hefty round brass base and nice brass handle and conical grip and dark red enameled panes of sheet and white perfor...
Brass, Sheet Metal
Charming French 1920s Metal Openwork Umbrella Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
With scrolling handle and openwork body over a tripod base.
Midcentury Brass and metal BAUHAUS Style Umbrella Stand, France, 1950s
By Max Sauze, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella stand element was produced in the 1950s in France.
Metal
Original Mategot Style Perforated White Metal Umbrella Stand, France, 1970s
By Max Sauze, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand Description: this original vintage Mategot style umbrella stand was produced in the 1970s in France. it is made of solid metal with hole pattern perforati...
Metal
Art Deco Umbrella Stand - Wood & Brass Modernist Umbrella Stand - France 1940s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Art Deco Umbrella Stand - Wood & Brass Modernist Umbrella Stand - France 1940s Very decorative and elegant umbrella stand made of wood (mahogany), brass and a black painted iro...
Metal, Brass
Original Modernist Cubic Pop Art Metal Umbrella Stand, France, 1970s
By Max Sauze, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Modernist umbrella stand Origin: France Decade: 1970s this original vintage modernist umbrella stand was produced in the 1970s in France. it is m...
Metal
Original Matégot Style Metal Umbrella Stand, Mid-Century Modern, France, 1960s
By Max Sauze, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand in style of Matégot Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella stand was produced in the 1950s in France.
Metal
Original Modernist Postmodern Max Sauze Style Metal Umbrella Stand, France 1970s
By Mathieu Matégot, Max Sauze
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Modernist umbrella stand this original vintage modernist umbrella stand was produced in the 1970s in France. it is made of solid metal with hole pattern perforation o...
Metal
$1,318Sale Price|20% Off
Metal Mategot Style Hollywood Regency Wall Umbrella Holder Stand, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot, Max Sauze
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: wall Umbrella holder element in style of Matégot Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella holder element was produced in the 1950...
Metal
1950s Mathieu Mategot Style French White Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand/Holder
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A vintage Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand in the style of Mathieu Matégot, circa 1950. Whimsically shaped to reflect the form of an Umbrella combined with a delicately curved "shep...
Metal, Brass
Early Art Deco umbrella stand in wood and metal, France ca. 1910
Located in Meulebeke, BE
An elegant and rare early Art Deco umbrella stand from France, circa 1910, combining warm wood craftsmanship with sleek metal detailing.
Metal
Mathieu Matégot Style Tie Bow Umbrella Stand, Mid-Century, Metal, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
An adorable and charming French Midcentury umbrella stand or cane holder from the 1950s.
Metal, Iron
Original 1960s French Matégot Style Metal Umbrella Stand, Mid-Century Modern No2
By Mathieu Matégot, Max Sauze
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand in style of Matégot Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella stand was produced in the 1950s in France.
Metal
Mathieu Matégot Umbrella Stand Rigitulle Atelier Matégot France 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Den Haag, NL
Black and Yellow Mathieu Matégot umbrella stand, Rigitulle, Atelier Matégot, France, 1950s.
Metal
$1,676Sale Price|26% Off
Design Black Lacquered Umbrella Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice design umbrella stand is made of black lacquered Metal. This is a French work, circa 1970.
Metal
French Umbrella Stand in the Style of Mathieu Mategot
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Barcelona, ES
French umbrella stand in rigitule from 1950's. Unknown designer but in the manner of Mategot works.
Metal, Brass
Ivory Metal Umbrella Stand in Josef Hoffmann Style, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Antwerp, BE
Umbrella holder or basket in a rectangular shape, in openwork metal of ivory color with a brass handle. It is in perforated white metal in the style of designer Josef Hoffmann. Time-...
Metal
Midcentury Brass Mategot Style Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stand, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot, Max Sauze
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand in style of Matégot Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella stand element was produced in the 1950s in France.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Red Metal Brass Umbrella Stand Mathieu Mategot 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
An amazing umbrella stand from red lacquered metal and brass.
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Copper Umbrella Stand, Hand-Hammered Copperware, France 1940s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Art Deco Copper Umbrella Stand, Hand-Hammered Copperware, France 1940s Beautifully handcrafted copper umbrella stand, entirely made of hammered copper using traditional dinanderie t...
Metal, Copper
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Orange Umbrella Stand 1950s France
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage red umbrella stand from perforated metal in orange color tone with brass details attributed to Mathieu Matégot, France, 1950s.
Metal, Brass
1970s French Iron Umbrella Stand w/ Bass-Relief Parrot Decoration
Located in Marbella, ES
Vintage 1970s French iron umbrella stand with bass-relief parrot decoration.
Metal, Iron
Bronze Umbrella Stand Attributed François Xavier & Claude Lalanne, France 1970s
By Claude and Francois-Xavier Lalanne
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing umbrella stand in bronze oak leaves shaped attributed to François Xavier & Claude Lalanne.
Metal, Bronze
Midcentury Brass Mategot Style Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stand, France, 1950s
By Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Bauhaus umbrella stand Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage Bauhaus style umbrella stand was produced in the 1950s in France. The bottom d...
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Brass Matégot Style Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stand, France, 1950s
By Max Sauze, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand in style of Matégot Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella stand element was produced in the 1950s in France.
Metal
Hollywood Regency Brass Umbrella Stand, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Hollywood Regency umbrella stand. Striking French design from the 1960s.
Metal, Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Gilt Gold Wood Umbrella Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive and elegant tall French umbrella stand featuring gilt gold floral and garland designs with open-mesh wire and a wood base. Perfect statement piece either in home foyer or ...
Metal, Gold, Wire
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Umbrella Stand / Stick Holder
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous hand-carved 19th century French Renaissance Revival umbrella stand. Decorate your hallway with this amazing antique The umbrella stand still has its original metal inser...
Metal
Umbrella Stand Mategot 50s cylindrical Vase perforated metal with gold Details
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Osnabrück, NDS
A rare umbrella stand or cylindrical deko-vase in perforated metal with nice brass Details from the 50s. The stand with the original laquered steel has a beautiful patina and is in ...
Brass, Steel
large 62cm Midcentury Mategot Style Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stand France 1950
By Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Bauhaus umbrella stand Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage Bauhaus style umbrella stand was produced in the 1950s in France. The bottom dipping base is ...
Metal, Brass
Art deco wrought iron umbrella stand with floral decoration, France ca. 1930
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1930 / umbrella stand / metal / art deco Elegant Art Deco French umbrella stand in wrought iron from the 1930s.
Metal, Wrought Iron
$618Sale Price|64% Off
Sought After circa 1880 Vintage Gothic French Wrought Iron Umbrella Stand
Located in Markington, GB
Sought-after late 19th century French wrought iron umbrella stand, dating to circa 1880. A large and impressive example, showcasing elegant Victorian-period craftsmanship with decor...
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique French Renaissance Umbrella Stand / Stick Holder 19th Century Lion Masks
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Rare antique French Renaissance Revival umbrella stand / stick holder from the 19th century in solid oak.
Metal
Antique French 19th Century Renaissance Revival Umbrella / Stick Stand Lion Mask
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Marvelous & most rare! This 19th century French Renaissance Revival umbrella / stick stand. Carved out of solid European oak by a master carver with breathtaking details. The umb...
Metal, Brass
Jacques Adnet style Umbrella stand in Tartan Plaid Pattern, France 1960's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Den Haag, NL
Jacques Adnet style Umbrella stand in Tartan Plaid Pattern, France 1960's
Metal
White Vintage Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand Mathieu Mategot 1950s, France
Located in Vienna, AT
White vintage mid century modern charming umbrella stand or cane holder Design attributed to Mathieu Mategot 1950s France.
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brass and White Umbrella Stand Mathieu Mategot France
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage brass and white metal umbrella stand designed by Mathieu Mategot and executed by Atelier Mategot, 1950s. A charming umbrella stand made from perforated wh...
Metal, Brass
Rare Mathieu Matégot Wall-Mounted Umbrella Stand, Atelier Mategot France 1950's
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare Mathieu Matégot wall-mounted umbrella stand, Atelier Mategot France 1950's. This model with the tiny holes does not show up frequent. There is a same model made in shamrock m...
Metal
French Art Nouveau Style Umbrella or Cane Stand with Heron Motif, ca. 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
A sculptural French Art Nouveau–style umbrella and walking stick stand, combining elegant heron imagery with refined mid-century craftsmanship and practical functionality. This eleg...
Metal, Brass, Bronze, Iron
1950's Stitched leather umbrella stand by Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
A Rare French Midcentury Modern hand stitched leather umbrella stand by Jacques Adnet, circa 1955.
Metal
French Umbrella Holder Stand or Wastebasket with Globe Map of Afrique or Africa
Located in New York, NY
A demi-lune shape (half-moon) metal umbrella holder stand featuring the map of "Afrique" (Africa in English) and surrounding bodies of water on front, all in French language.
Metal
1950's Stitched leather Umbrella stand BY Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very rare umbrella stand in metal and Red stitched leather Great condition
Metal
1950's Stitched Leather Umbrella Stand by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice and unusual umbrella stand covered with stitched leather France 1950's.
Metal, Brass
Vintage French Metal Stick Stand by Gallinac, Arts and Crafts, 1910
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A vintage 20th Century finely wrought French metal stick stand by Gallinac, featuring textured surfaces, iridescent colouring, and white metal detailing. The design reflects the prin...
Metal
1950s Stitched Leather and Bamboo Umbrella Stand by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Stunning stitched leather and real bamboo umbrella stand by Jacques Adnet France 1950s.
Metal
Michel Dumas for Roche Bobois Lucite and Chrome Umbrella Rack Stand, circa 1970
By Michel Dumas, Roche Bobois
Located in Atlanta, GA
Michel Dumas Creations designed this stunning modernist Lucite and chrome umbrella stand for Roche Bobois. The piece was crafted in France circa 1970. The tall, geometric shape boast...
Chrome, Metal
Pair of cubist umbrella holders / planters
Located in Haaltert, BE
Pair of sculptural and atypical umbrella stands or planters in the shape of a cubic figure holding a basket. Made of metal, the surfaces are sculpted with a wavy structure and patina...
Metal
Vintage Wire Umbrella Holder / Paper Bin, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Wired umbrella holder / paper bin designed by an unknown designer. Manufactured circa 1960. France In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservin...
Metal, Wire
Mathieu Matégot Style Mid-Century Modern Yellow Pink Flower Stand, 1950s, France
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
Mathieu Matégot style vintage Mid-Century Modern flower stand 1950s France, which shows pastel shades in pink and yellow and gold. A stunning and delicate flower stand or flower shel...
Metal, Sheet Metal
Antique French Brass and Copper Repousse Ceremonial Hotte, Late 1800s
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… Styled after receptacles that harvesters would use to pick grapes at a vineyard, this French ceremonial hotte dates to the late 1800s. Featuring two b...
Metal, Brass, Copper
Art Deco Metal Coat Rack Umbrella Stand with Parrot
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Exclusive coat rack / umbrella / stick stand from the 1920s. Very decorative due to the interplay of lines. In good condition, with some welded ends as you can see on the photo's. ...
Metal
French Neoclassical Umbrella Stand from Parisian Hotel- 4 Available
Located in Chicago, IL
This French Neoclassical umbrella stand from the 1970s, sourced from a Parisian hotel, is an exercise in structure and ornament held in balance.
Metal
French Asymmetric Wall Mount Entry Valet with Mirror and Umbrella Stand, 1950s
By Robert and Jean Cloutier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The lower portion features an oval tubular umbrella stand with a removable speckled gray drip tray and two small brass accent details.
Metal, Brass
Vintage Bent Brass French Umbrella Stand
Located in North Miami, FL
Beautiful bent brass umbrella stand with aged patina and a deep metal base plate to catch dripping water from umbrellas. Single ball finial in center decoration.
Metal, Brass
French Tole Cachepot Umbrella Stand Scalloped Edge Lion Paw Feet, Large
Located in New York, NY
Alternate uses could include umbrella stand, waste basket, etc. Shown holding faux plant (for photo-op only.)
Metal, Tôle
Aubock Style Rattan and Brass Bauhaus Waste Bin, Umbrella Stand, France, 1960s
By Bauhaus, Mathieu Matégot, Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: waste bin paper bin umbrella stand Origin: France Age: 1960s This original vintage Bauhaus style waste bin paper bin umbrella stand was produced in the 1960s in Fra...
Metal, Brass
$26,369Sale Price|20% Off
Jette-Habits / Porte Manteaux (Coat Rack, Hat Stand, Umbrella Rack) - ART DECO
By Jorj Rual
Located in Paris, FR
Jette-Habits stamped by Jorj Rual. Impressive coat rack in wood and metal. Beautifully designed and executed. France, circa 1935.
Metal
Unavailable
H 31.5 in Dm 11.03 in
French Matégot Umbrella Stand Ivory White Perforated Metal Iron Brass Biny 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot, Jacques Biny
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Amazing Midcentury umbrella stand, the design attributed to Mathieu Matégot, France, around 1955.
Metal, Brass, Iron
Unavailable
H 28.75 in Dm 9.85 in
Chic French Umbrella Stand Matégot Biny Style White Enameled Metal Brass, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot, Jacques Biny
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Elegant midcentury umbrella stand in the style of Mathieu Matégot, Jacques Biny or Pierre Guariche, France, circa 1955.
Metal, Brass, Iron
Mathieu Matégot Style Umbrella Stand White Metal and Brass, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Basel, CH
A very lovely Mathieu Matégot style umbrella stand manufactured in the late 1940s-early 1950s in his workshop in France.
Brass, Metal
Mathieu Matégot Style Umbrella Stand White Metal and Brass, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Basel, CH
A very lovely Mathieu Matégot style umbrella stand manufactured in the late 1940s to early 1950s in his workshop in France.
Brass, Metal
Unavailable
H 25.2 in W 8.27 in D 9.06 in
Metal and Teak Tripod Umbrella Stand in Style of Mathieu Matégot, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Schagen, NL
This wonderful European umbrella stand features a black metal base and a handle finished with Teak detail. It's style resembles designs of Mategot. Complete and original stand which ...
Metal
Early 20th Century French Copper and Brass Umbrella Plant Stand
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this artisan made Early 20th Century French Copper and Brass Umbrella Plant Stand features a copper body construction resting on four brass legs.
Brass, Copper, Metal
Umbrella Stand in Messing, circa 1900
Located in Sint Annaland, NL
Small umbrella stand in messing, France, circa 1900.
Metal, Bronze, Zinc
Midcentury Black ‘Manade' Umbrella Stand, Paris
By Manade
Located in Schagen, NL
This door umbrella stand was manufactured by Manade Paris, circa 1960s. The piece can hold up to six umbrella’s. Top can be removed. Wonderful midcentury item which hold’s the manufa...
Metal
Umbrella Stand in Stitched Leather by Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Very nice umbrella stand.
Metal
Unavailable
H 20.87 in W 20.08 in D 12.6 in
Machine Age, Art Deco Entryhall, Umbrella Stand with Mirror and Brushes, 1920s
By Gispen
Located in Schagen, NL
Amazing set, consisting of a tubular chrome umbrella stand and a mirror with beveled glass and with two brushes. Gispen, Bauhaus era. This set was manufactured, circa 1920s-1930s in ...
Metal
Unavailable
H 75.99 in W 28.35 in D 9.85 in
Roger Feraud Fantastic Astrolab Mirror and Coat or Umbrella Stand, circa 1950
By Roger Feraud
Located in Megeve, FR
Roger Feraud fantastic Astrolab mirror and coat/umbrella stand, circa 1950, in excellent condition.
Metal
Unavailable
H 72.84 in Dm 22.05 in
Entrance Hall Set Consisting of Coat Stand, Umbrella Rack and Wall Sculpture
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful eye-catching hall way set of a gold painted metal coat rack with three matching coat hangers, an umbrella basket and a decorative wall object with branches and leafs. All i...
Metal, Brass
French Metal and Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful french metal umbrella stand painted in dark brown with brass buckle and detailing.
Metal
French Metal Midcentury Umbrella Stand
Located in London, GB
An elegant umbrella stand, French, midcentury. Brass base with a steel interwoven top design. Good condition with plenty of patination.
Brass
Mid Century Modern French lacquered metal umbrella stand
Located in London, GB
Unusual Mid Century Modern French lacquered metal umbrella stand. This stand is very practical and whimsical and would grace any hallway.
Metal
Perforated Metal & Brass Umbrella Stand, France 1950s
Located in London, GB
Umbrella Stand of perforated and solid metal with brass details.
Steel
Vintage Metal Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is a stunning and minimalistic umbrella stand from the 1950s. Made of black painted metal.
Metal
French Umbrella Stand
Located in Hanover, MA
Superb condition French perforated metal and brass umbrella stand, including original drip tray.
Brass
French Bamboo Umbrella Stand
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Great French bamboo umbrella stand with removable metal water tray.
Metal
Antique French Ormolu and Metal Umbrella Stand with Snakes
Located in Toronto, ON
A stunning and unusual French antique umbrella stand in metal with ormolu details, featuring two snakes wrapped around the centre column and flame finial.
Metal, Ormolu
Vintage Perforated Metal Umbrella Stand, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in The Hague, NL
A umbrella stand in brass, produced following the style of designer Mathieu Matégot. Includes a black enamel basket with perforated accents and a top, slanted oval-shaped brass holder.
Metal, Brass
An umbrella stand. France, 50s
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
A red lacquered metal umbrella stand. Stone base, France, 1950s
Stone, Metal
Sold
H 20.28 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Original Mategot Style Perforated White Metal Umbrella Stand, France, 1970s
By Max Sauze, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand Description: this original vintage Mategot style umbrella stand was produced in the 1970s in France. it is made of solid metal with hole pattern pe...
Metal
Sold
H 22.84 in W 12.6 in D 9.45 in
1950s Rigitulle Mategot Style Bauhaus Metal Umbrella Stand, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand in style of mategot Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella stand was produced in the 1950s in French.
Metal
French Metal Umbrella Stand in the style of Mategot
Located in New York, NY
Vintage brass and black enameled metal umbrella stand in the style of Mathieu Mategot.
Brass
Mathieu Matégot Umbrella Stand, France
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Umbrella stand, attributed to Matthieu Mategot, France, circa 1950 Clover pattern, three compartments on a trip-ped base, spherical handle Metal, very dark green, almost black enamel...
Metal, Enamel
Sold
H 15.36 in Dm 9.85 in
Original 1950s French Mategot Style Red Metal Umbrella Stand, France, 1950s
By Max Sauze, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Umbrella stand in style of Matégot Origin: France Age: 1950s This original vintage umbrella stand element was produced in the 1950s in France.
Metal
French Vintage Iron Umbrella Stand
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An adorable umbrella stand crafted in enameled cast iron from the Mid-20th Century. Organic elements and a tree surround the form of a dog and creates a design that interacts with th...
Metal, Enamel, Iron
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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