Pair of Leather-Upholstered X-Frame Ottomans
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is one of a pair of handsome ottomans featuring a richly tooled saddle-brown leather seat with an intricate foliate and scrolling motif, bordered by smooth black leather sides s...
Leather, Wood
Set of 3 Paul McCobb Brass X Frame Ottomans or Stools - Holly Hunt Salmon Velvet
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 3 fully restored Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb model 1306 for Directional brass X base ottomans or stools , reupholstered in Holly Hunt Salmon colored velvet. Brass has been ...
Brass
Unavailable
H 16.54 in W 34.65 in D 23.23 in
Antique Quality Large Walnut Victorian X Frame Stool Seat Ottoman Chair
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique quality large walnut Victorian X frame stool seat ottoman chair. Fine quality, decorative and attractive, with no loose joints.
Walnut
Large Walnut Victorian X Frame Stool Seat Ottoman Chair
Located in Wisbech, England
Antique quality large walnut Victorian X frame stool seat ottoman chair. Fine quality, decorative and attractive, with no loose joints.
Walnut
Pair of Paul McCobb brass X frame ottomans
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of matching ottomans or stools by Paul McCobb
Brass
Sold
H 17 in W 18.25 in D 15.25 in
Antique English Regency Mahogany X Frame Paisley Tufted Ottoman Stool Bench
Located in Dayton, OH
This English Regency style stool, circa the first half of the 20th century, is crafted from rich, warm mahogany and features a classic Neoclassical curule or X-frame silhouette. The ...
Mahogany
A Pair of "X" Shaped Steel Framed Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
A pair of "x" shaped steel framed ottomans featuring all new black ultrasuede attatched cushions and very heavy chromed steel frames.
Chrome, Steel
WIV Style Gillows Designed Leather Upholstered Stool
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous and very functional WIV styled Gillows designed leather stool features deep buttoned cocoa brown upholstery supported on 6 turned reeded legs with solid brass castors. ...
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Modern Tufted Leather X Frame Stools
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern tufted leather X frame stool, classic meets contemporary with this versatile piece. The top boxed cushion is crafted in rich brown leather accented with button tufting, it s...
Metal
$1,850
H 18 in W 22.5 in D 10.5 in
Petite English 1920s X-Form Leather Stool with Out-Scrolling Arms and Nailheads
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite English leather-bound stool from the early 20th century, with out-scrolling arms and nailheads. Created in England during the first quarter of the 20th century, this stool c...
Metal
1970s Brass and Bakelite Low Stools Ottomans - A Pair
By Paul Evans
Located in Las Vegas, NV
SOLD IN PAIRS - 2 PAIRS REMAINING Rare and unique, 1970's low stools that can also be used as ottomans. Constructed of tortoise shell Bakelite and solid brass with all new cream vel...
Brass
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
H 18.5 in W 17 in D 16 in
Stylish Set of Three Harvey Probber Style Stool Bench, Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish set of three Harvey Probber style stools with original fabric. The dark finish is also original and shows only light wear.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Paul McCobb Brass Stools Silver Shagreen Leather
By Paul McCobb
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of Paul McCobb brass stools, shagreen silver leather, with brass criss-cross bases, adjustable feet.
Brass
$2,950 / set
H 16 in W 20 in D 20 in
1950s Vintage in the Manner of Paul McCobb X Base Ottomans - a Pair
By Paul McCobb, Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
In the manner of Paul McCobb - although these were purchased at an estate with signed Mastercraft and other pieces dating this era so I believe the are genuine. Paul McCobb's X-base...
Brass
$2,400 / set
H 21 in W 24 in D 18 in
Pair of Spanish Colonial Baroque Bobbin - X-Base Stools with Distressed Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome pair of vintage mid-20th-century benches featuring sculptural turned wood X-frame bases and beautifully upholstered leather seats. The warm brown leather is in pristine co...
Leather, Wood
Petite Brass Hairpin Ottomans in Oyster Velvet by Montage
By Montage
Located in Wilton, CT
The perfect addition to any space! Wonderfully proportioned pair of ottomans upholstered in a supple Oyster Velvet of the highest quality; 100% cotton. These work in a multitude of s...
Brass
$3,950 / set
H 16.15 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Set of Three Paul McCobb Wrought Iron Stools, Mid-Century Modern, USA
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Berlin, DE
Paul McCobb Iron stools with new light leather upholstery.
Iron
Spanish Colonial Style Embossed Leather Ottoman with Bun Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A substantial rectangular ottoman upholstered in richly embossed leather, mid-20th century. The warm brown leather features an elegant damask-inspired pattern with subtle tonal varia...
Leather, Wood
$2,700 / set
H 16 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Three Mid Century Wrought Iron Stools Paul McCobb Circa 1950's
By Paul McCobb
Located in Toledo, OH
Three Mid-Century Modern wrought iron stools by Paul McCobb circa 1950's. Black leg cap is missing. Very good condition. Dimensions: 20.5" x 20.5" x 16". Seat height 16".
Iron
Edwardian Mahogany Tufted Leather Stool
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1920's Edwardian stool from England. the seat is upholstered in rich brown tufted leather, finished with brass tacking for added design interest. The frame of the stool is Ch...
Leather, Mahogany
Wrought Iron & Leather Stool, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Wrought iron stool with a drum strapping design on the circumference, upholstered in leather.
Wrought Iron
1970s Modern Italian Brass Ottomans
Located in New York, NY
1970s modern Italian brass ottomans. Newly upholstered.
Brass
Antique Georgian Style Leather Stool / Bench
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique leather stool / bench. This is in the classic Georgian style, it was made in England and dates from around the 1930-50’s period. It is of super quality and is a ...
Leather, Wood
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
Organic Modern Table Lamp Sculptural Parota Wood Base
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pata de Elefante Small Table Lamp — Atomic Collection by Isabel Moncada Named ""Elephant's Foot"" for its bold, bulbous base, the Pata de Elefante Small is one of Isabel Moncada's m...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Colección Estudio, Difane
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
Hardwood
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Artisanal Bench in Special Walnut
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Introducing the Artisanal Bench by Stamford Modern, a captivating sculptural masterpiece that seamlessly blends artistry and functionality. Handcrafted from exquisite solid walnut, t...
Walnut
Elliston Daybed by West Haddon Hall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This solid oak daybed is sure to compliment any space with its minimalist and graceful solid oak frame. The piece features a handcrafted French tufted mattress that boasts the tradit...
Mohair, Oak
$3,595 / item
H 15 in W 23 in D 23 in
Lawson-Fenning Portola Ottoman, Tweed & Solid Walnut, Modern Foot Stool
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Portola Ottoman has a handcrafted solid wood frame with an attached cushion. Pair with the Portola Lounge Chair. Also available in a round design. The Lawson-Fenning Collection ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$12,500
H 24.13 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in
Edward Wormley Tall Janus Occasional Table with Natzler Tiles for Dunbar 1960s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare, tall version of the Janus Occasional table, Model 6047, designed by Edward Wormley for the Dunbar Janus line in 1960. The table contains twenty five original Gertrude and Otto...
Ceramic, Walnut
Unavailable|$3,175 / item
H 17 in W 48 in D 15 in
Lawson-Fenning Paul Bench, Mohair & Solid Brass, Modern Bench
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Paul bench features a solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and hand...
Brass
$4,400 / set
H 16 in W 20 in D 20 in
Pair of New Red Upholstery Square Brass Frames Benches Stools by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern brass benches by Paul McCobb.
Brass
Paul McCobb "X" Base Brass Stools, Pair
By Paul McCobb
Located in North Miami, FL
These lovely classic X design brass stools/ benches by Paul McCobb, are in wonderful solid condition. NEW nubby boucle style fabric and an amazing patina to brass. THIS ITEM IS LOCA...
Brass
Paul McCobb X-Base Stool by Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Highland, IN
A Paul McCobb Classic, his X-base stool, is a timeless design: elegant without being fussy, refined without feeling precious, and like so much of McCobb's work, perfectly proportione...
Brass
Paul McCobb Brass X Base Stool
By Paul McCobb
Located in Highland, IN
A Paul McCobb classic, his X-base stool, is a timeless design: elegant without being fussy, refined without feeling precious, and like so much of McCobb's work, perfectly proportione...
Brass
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid-Century Brass X Base Stool Ottoman
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin mid century brass x base stool ottoman. Stool measures: 20 wide x 20 deep x 15.5 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored...
Brass
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