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Vintage Mega large wall coat rack with 48 hooks, 1960 Germany.
Vintage Mega large wall coat rack with 48 hooks, 1960 Germany.

Vintage Mega large wall coat rack with 48 hooks, 1960 Germany.

Located in Oirlo, LI

Vintage Mega large wall coat rack with 48 hooks, 1960 Germany. Beautiful, unique, mega-large

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Aluminum, Gold Plate

Italian Coat Rack by Gino Geradini inspired by Paul Gauguin 1950
Italian Coat Rack by Gino Geradini inspired by Paul Gauguin 1950

Italian Coat Rack by Gino Geradini inspired by Paul Gauguin 1950

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

why make this coat rack so unique high collectable. The colours of the fabric are still very bright

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Unique Coat Stand "Valet" in Brass and Wood, Italy 1960s
Unique Coat Stand "Valet" in Brass and Wood, Italy 1960s

Unique Coat Stand "Valet" in Brass and Wood, Italy 1960s

By Ico Parisi, Fratelli Reguitti

Located in New York, NY

minimalist "valet" coat and clothes stand brass and wood details

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Vintage 1960s Italian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

A Carved Live Edge Hall Coat Stand  A superb and unique piece
A Carved Live Edge Hall Coat Stand  A superb and unique piece

A Carved Live Edge Hall Coat Stand A superb and unique piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Carved Live Edge Hall Coat Stand A superb and unique piece for your Country Porch or Log Cabin

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Mid-20th Century Rustic Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Elm

Danish Coat Stand
Danish Coat Stand

Danish Coat Stand

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Unique Danish floor standing coat rack made of oak. Articulating arms that extend outward with

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20th Century Danish Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Oak

Red Jacques Adnet Coat Hook
Red Jacques Adnet Coat Hook

Red Jacques Adnet Coat Hook

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Unique Jacques Adnet coat rack with four red leather hooks with contrast stitching and black iron.

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20th Century French Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Unique Original Enrico Vernizzi Belt Stand, 1950s
Unique Original Enrico Vernizzi Belt Stand, 1950s

Unique Original Enrico Vernizzi Belt Stand, 1950s

Located in Den Haag, NL

Unique standing belt hanger, custom built in the 1950s as a store display piece for the Italian

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Unique Robot Steampunk Men's Valet Copper and Wood Midcentury
Unique Robot Steampunk Men's Valet Copper and Wood Midcentury

Unique Robot Steampunk Men's Valet Copper and Wood Midcentury

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Unique Robot Steampunk men's valet copper and wood midcentury. One of a kind design, studio crafted

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Mid-20th Century American Steampunk Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Copper

Unique Nr 3/8 Handsigned ''Dombo'' Coatrack by Richard Hutten, The Netherlands
Unique Nr 3/8 Handsigned ''Dombo'' Coatrack by Richard Hutten, The Netherlands

Unique Nr 3/8 Handsigned ''Dombo'' Coatrack by Richard Hutten, The Netherlands

By Richard Hutten

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Unique ''Dombo'' coatrack from a limited edition of 8 in 2007 The coatrack is hand signed 3/8 with

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hat Rack from Old Shoe Forms
Hat Rack from Old Shoe Forms

Hat Rack from Old Shoe Forms

Located in Houston, TX

surprising and unique coat/hat rack. Multiples available. Priced separately.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Hat Racks and Stands

Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s
Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s

Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s

By Carlo di Carli, Fiarm

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

! Dimensions Coat Rack: H178 x Diameter: 59 cm Period: 1960s Condition: Very Good and completely original

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Vintage 1960s Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s
Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s

Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s

By Fiarm, Carlo di Carli

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

detail. This is truly a warm and unique welcome! Dimensions Coat Rack: H178 x Diameter: 59 cm Period

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Vintage 1960s Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Rare Carlo De Carli Swivel Vanity Wardrobe for Fiarm, Italy 1960s
Rare Carlo De Carli Swivel Vanity Wardrobe for Fiarm, Italy 1960s

Rare Carlo De Carli Swivel Vanity Wardrobe for Fiarm, Italy 1960s

By Carlo di Carli, Fiarm

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

items and items such as your umbrella. This is a true warm and unique welcome! Dimensions Coat Rack

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Vintage 1950s Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Plywood

Vintage Medieval Style Wood Plough Coat Rack
Vintage Medieval Style Wood Plough Coat Rack

Vintage Medieval Style Wood Plough Coat Rack

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Authentic wooden plough repurposed into a bold unique coat rack. Formerly used to create furrows

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Medieval Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Antique Coat Rack with Antlers, Hungary, Early 20th Century
Antique Coat Rack with Antlers, Hungary, Early 20th Century

Antique Coat Rack with Antlers, Hungary, Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Antique Coat Rack with Antlers, Hungary, Early 20th Century. Highly unique coat rack consists of

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Antler, Wood

ART DECO Coat Rack Wall Coat Rack Gold Brass 1940s
ART DECO Coat Rack Wall Coat Rack Gold Brass 1940s

ART DECO Coat Rack Wall Coat Rack Gold Brass 1940s

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

ART DECO Wall Coat Rack Gold Brass 1940s This unique coat rack combines nostalgic charm with

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Fratelli Reguitti Midcentury Valet Stand in Beechwood and Brass, Italy, 1960s
Fratelli Reguitti Midcentury Valet Stand in Beechwood and Brass, Italy, 1960s

Fratelli Reguitti Midcentury Valet Stand in Beechwood and Brass, Italy, 1960s

By Fratelli Reguitti

Located in Roma, IT

during the 1950s by the Reguitti Brothers in Italy. This unique coat rack is made of beechwood and

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Design 19th Century Renaissance Revival Wall Coat Rack W. Lion Sculptures
Rare Design 19th Century Renaissance Revival Wall Coat Rack W. Lion Sculptures

Rare Design 19th Century Renaissance Revival Wall Coat Rack W. Lion Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

antique is similar to that of the top of a mantel piece. Thirdly, for a unique coat rack to be decorated

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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Renaissance Revival Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Arts & Crafts Coat Rack with Brass Hooks & Decor of Hand-Carved Roses
Antique Arts & Crafts Coat Rack with Brass Hooks & Decor of Hand-Carved Roses

Antique Arts & Crafts Coat Rack with Brass Hooks & Decor of Hand-Carved Roses

Located in Lisse, NL

heritage and we are proud to be able to offer you this unique coat rack in such an amazing condition. The

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Fratelli Reguitti Midcentury Valet Stand in Beechwood and Brass, Italy, 1960s
Fratelli Reguitti Midcentury Valet Stand in Beechwood and Brass, Italy, 1960s

Fratelli Reguitti Midcentury Valet Stand in Beechwood and Brass, Italy, 1960s

By Fratelli Reguitti

Located in Roma, IT

1950s by the Reguitti Brothers in Italy. This unique coat rack is made of beechwood and features two

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Arts & Crafts Coat Rack w. Brass Hooks & A Carved Decor of a Deer Fight
Antique Arts & Crafts Coat Rack w. Brass Hooks & A Carved Decor of a Deer Fight

Antique Arts & Crafts Coat Rack w. Brass Hooks & A Carved Decor of a Deer Fight

Located in Lisse, NL

unique coat rack in such amazing condition. The hand carved wildlife scene of two blowing stags preparing

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Unique Victorian Style Cast Iron Coat & Hat Rack
Unique Victorian Style Cast Iron Coat & Hat Rack

Unique Victorian Style Cast Iron Coat & Hat Rack

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful and unique cast iron coat rack features a beautiful vintage finish, a nice mix of

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20th Century Unknown Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Unique Supersized Arts and Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Majolica Glazed Tiles
Unique Supersized Arts and Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Majolica Glazed Tiles

Unique Supersized Arts and Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Majolica Glazed Tiles

Located in Lisse, NL

Long, beautiful and practical Arts and Crafts wall coat rack. If you have the space and the ideal

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Unique Stylized Flower Tiles, circa 1900
Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Unique Stylized Flower Tiles, circa 1900

Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Unique Stylized Flower Tiles, circa 1900

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning design and good condition wall coat rack. This rare and highly stylish Arts & Crafts

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

KNOLL Orange Lacquered Sculpture Wood Coat Rack
KNOLL Orange Lacquered Sculpture Wood Coat Rack

KNOLL Orange Lacquered Sculpture Wood Coat Rack

By Knoll, Bruce Tippett

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

International and Gavina in the 1960s. This unique vintage coat rack is made of orange lacquered wood and offers

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Brass Bamboo Style Coat Rack
Mid-Century Modern Brass Bamboo Style Coat Rack

Mid-Century Modern Brass Bamboo Style Coat Rack

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful vintage modern coat rack. This unique brass coat rack features ribbed detailing mimicking

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Unique and Amazing Artists Wardrobe / Coat Hanger
Unique and Amazing Artists Wardrobe / Coat Hanger

Unique and Amazing Artists Wardrobe / Coat Hanger

Located in Munich, DE

Handmade iron art piece with bronze coating.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Rattan, Woven Wicker and Bamboo Italian Coat Rack, 1960s
Midcentury Rattan, Woven Wicker and Bamboo Italian Coat Rack, 1960s

Midcentury Rattan, Woven Wicker and Bamboo Italian Coat Rack, 1960s

Located in Roma, IT

. This unique three hooks coat rack features a rectangular structure in bamboo canes that is enriched on

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Unique Coat Stand Valerique Douebrovinskes for Intexal Rodier, Paris, 1973
Unique Coat Stand Valerique Douebrovinskes for Intexal Rodier, Paris, 1973

Unique Coat Stand Valerique Douebrovinskes for Intexal Rodier, Paris, 1973

By Rodier, Valerique Douebrovinskes

Located in Munster, NRW

A unique fiberglass and chromed metal 176.5 cm high coat rack designed 1973 for use in Rodier

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Fiberglass

Midcentury John Risley Lacquered Iron Man-shaped Floor Coat Rack, 1960s
Midcentury John Risley Lacquered Iron Man-shaped Floor Coat Rack, 1960s

Midcentury John Risley Lacquered Iron Man-shaped Floor Coat Rack, 1960s

By John Risley

Located in Roma, IT

Midcentury lacquered iron man-shaped floor coat rack. This unique item was designed during the

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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Large embossed Iron and Brass Vintage Wall Mounted Coat Rack from Italy
Large embossed Iron and Brass Vintage Wall Mounted Coat Rack from Italy

Large embossed Iron and Brass Vintage Wall Mounted Coat Rack from Italy

Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW

. Therefore it will show signs of wear and patina, which gives this Coat Rack its unique charming look

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Handmade Arts & Crafts Brass Wall Coat Rack with Embossed Owl Sculptures & More
Handmade Arts & Crafts Brass Wall Coat Rack with Embossed Owl Sculptures & More

Handmade Arts & Crafts Brass Wall Coat Rack with Embossed Owl Sculptures & More

Located in Lisse, NL

purchase this unique Arts and Crafts coat rack and the fact that it is still in such good condition made it

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Hand Carved Arts and Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Squirrel Sculptures
Antique Hand Carved Arts and Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Squirrel Sculptures

Antique Hand Carved Arts and Crafts Wall Coat Rack with Squirrel Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

that we have never seen before. We were thrilled to find this unique Arts and Crafts coat rack and the

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau wall coat rack in carved wood with brass, France ca. 1910
Art Nouveau wall coat rack in carved wood with brass, France ca. 1910

Art Nouveau wall coat rack in carved wood with brass, France ca. 1910

Located in Meulebeke, BE

elegant fine Art Nouveau motifs. This unique wall-mounted rack for coats and hats is a timeless

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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Rattan Italian Coat Rack With Shelf, Franco Albini for Bonacina 1960s
Midcentury Rattan Italian Coat Rack With Shelf, Franco Albini for Bonacina 1960s

Midcentury Rattan Italian Coat Rack With Shelf, Franco Albini for Bonacina 1960s

By Bonacina, Franco Albini and Franca Helg

Located in Roma, IT

decorations that makes this coat rack unique. The simple elegance of the lines and the great vintage

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Rattan, Bamboo

Large Antique Black Forest Wall Coat Rack w. Hand Carved Basket of Flowers 1890s
Large Antique Black Forest Wall Coat Rack w. Hand Carved Basket of Flowers 1890s

Large Antique Black Forest Wall Coat Rack w. Hand Carved Basket of Flowers 1890s

Located in Lisse, NL

Forest 'fruits' such as pinecones. The solid oak that was chosen to create this unique wall coat rack

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Antique Late 19th Century European Black Forest Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Antique Gothic Revival Hand Carved Oak & Wrought Iron Hooks Hall Stand Coat Rack
Antique Gothic Revival Hand Carved Oak & Wrought Iron Hooks Hall Stand Coat Rack

Antique Gothic Revival Hand Carved Oak & Wrought Iron Hooks Hall Stand Coat Rack

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique and highly practical Gothic coat rack with cane and umbrella stand and mirror. This large

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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron, Zinc

Franco Albini Italian Coat Rack with Shelf in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Italy 1960
Franco Albini Italian Coat Rack with Shelf in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Italy 1960

Franco Albini Italian Coat Rack with Shelf in Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Italy 1960

By Franco Albini and Franca Helg

Located in Roma, IT

stunning curved rattan decorations that make this coat rack unique. Above the hooks there is a practical

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker

Antique Hand Carved Pure Art Deco Wall Coat Rack with Man and Woman Sculptures
Antique Hand Carved Pure Art Deco Wall Coat Rack with Man and Woman Sculptures

Antique Hand Carved Pure Art Deco Wall Coat Rack with Man and Woman Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

we have never seen before. We could not be more thrilled to find this unique and pure Art Deco coat

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Teak Coat Racks by Carlo de Carli for Fiarm, 1960s
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Teak Coat Racks by Carlo de Carli for Fiarm, 1960s

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Teak Coat Racks by Carlo de Carli for Fiarm, 1960s

By Fiarm, Carlo di Carli

Located in Roma, IT

repeated on the sides that are folded forward. An incredibly unique and charming pair of coat racks

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Unique Vintage Wardrobe Coat Rack
Unique Vintage Wardrobe Coat Rack

Unique Vintage Wardrobe Coat Rack

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This incredibly unique cabinet/coat rack is perfect for entryway or changing area, featuring

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack & Shelf with Hand-Carved & Stylized Bird Sculptures
Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack & Shelf with Hand-Carved & Stylized Bird Sculptures

Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack & Shelf with Hand-Carved & Stylized Bird Sculptures

Located in Lisse, NL

Enormous Arts & Crafts wall coat rack. This stylish Arts & Crafts coat rack is unique both in size

Category

Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Hardwood

Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s
Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s

Rare Carlo de Carli Swivel coat rack vanity wardrobe for Fiarm, 1960s

By Carlo di Carli, Fiarm

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

items and items such as your umbrella. This is a true warm and unique welcome! Dimensions Coat Rack

Category

Vintage 1960s Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Danish Coat Rack
Danish Coat Rack

Danish Coat Rack

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique Danish knob style coat / hat rack.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Sycamore, Teak

Indo-Portuguese Rosewood Coatstand with Carved Base/Column
Indo-Portuguese Rosewood Coatstand with Carved Base/Column

Indo-Portuguese Rosewood Coatstand with Carved Base/Column

Located in San Francisco, CA

Indo-Portuguese unique heavily carved coat-rack with figuratively carved base and center column

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Antique 19th Century Indian Coat Racks and Stands

Indo-Portuguese Rosewood Coatstand with Carved Base/Column
Indo-Portuguese Rosewood Coatstand with Carved Base/Column

Indo-Portuguese Rosewood Coatstand with Carved Base/Column

Located in Richmond, CA

Indo-Portuguese unique heavily carved coat-rack with figuratively carved base and center column

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Antique 19th Century Indian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Unique Art Deco Coat Hat Stand 1930's
Unique Art Deco Coat Hat Stand 1930's

Unique Art Deco Coat Hat Stand 1930's

Located in Oakland, CA

Very cool Ebony wood coat or hat stand. Lots of character and would make a great addition to any

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Vintage 1930s South American Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Italian Couple of Monumental Wood Coat Racks, Milano, 1950s
Mid Century Italian Couple of Monumental Wood Coat Racks, Milano, 1950s

Mid Century Italian Couple of Monumental Wood Coat Racks, Milano, 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

Monumental coat racks. unique piece for a private commission in Milano. With their special shape

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Fruitwood

Unique Vintage Lucite Gentlemans Valet
Unique Vintage Lucite Gentlemans Valet

Unique Vintage Lucite Gentlemans Valet

Located in Long Beach, CA

Unique Vintage Lucite Gentlemans Valet. Very nice original condition. Minor scratches in one area

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Vintage 1970s American Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Lucite

Magnificently Overscaled and Unique, 19th Century Bamboo Hall Stand
Magnificently Overscaled and Unique, 19th Century Bamboo Hall Stand

Magnificently Overscaled and Unique, 19th Century Bamboo Hall Stand

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fashioned in the Anglo-Japanese style, the piece features enormous carved figural bamboo panels. It is appointed with "root" handles and original central bevelled mirror.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Anglo-Japanese Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Bamboo

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Unique Coat Rack For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the unique coat rack you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and oak, every unique coat rack was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer unique coat rack, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A unique coat rack made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one unique coat rack that is appealing in its simplicity, but Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Lino Bersani and Rodier produced versions that are worth a look.

Finding the Right Coat-racks-stands for You

Your guests might have to endure all kinds of harsh climes to get to your housewarming party, so let’s make sure their trusty overcoats and umbrellas have a home. Shop the antique and vintage coat racks and stands on 1stDibs today.

Coat racks, umbrella stands, wall-mounted hooks for outerwear — they’ve long served a practical purpose. In the days of travel by horse or foot, a guest might arrive on your doorstep bedraggled, windblown and often dripping with rain. While transportation has thankfully improved since then, a coat rack in the entryway or foyer of your home is still the beacon it was back then: It says, “Come in, where it’s dry and warm. Hang up your coat and stay a while.”

Coat stands are among history’s fairly rudimentary ideas, so it’s difficult to point to the original inventor of this eternally functional fixture, but Thomas Jefferson was said to have fashioned one of his own at Monticello. Jefferson, who would’ve made a great interior designer, placed a long wooden pole in his closet that was adorned with spokes from which his coats and other garments could be hung. The simplicity of Jefferson’s coat-tree is echoed in designs from the 18th and 19th centuries.

The timeless convenience of a wooden coat rack has endured. While there are striking Art Deco coat stands made of oak and walnut that would meet your mudroom needs well, some of the product designers behind what we now call mid-century modern coat stands turned to materials other than wood, working frequently with plastic and chrome to create unconventional alternatives. Simpler and pared-down coat stands of the mid-20th century were occasionally so interesting in form that they could pass as minimalist sculptures when not in use. Some designers, such as Jacques Adnet, helped to redefine what these classic furnishings could look like, integrating saddle leather and brass and sometimes even horseshoes for his wall hooks and racks.

Although a coat rack is undoubtedly a practical investment, we know that fun comes along with functionality. There is plenty to explore in the collection of antique, vintage and contemporary coat racks and stands on 1stDibs, so go ahead — hang up your coat and stay a while.