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Technique: Hand-Crafted
Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Umbrella Stand with Colorful Decor
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This elegant and charming Fornasetti style umbrella stand is most likely Italian from the 1950-60's.
The stand is made of white porcelain as the base color and is colorfully decorate...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Porcelain
French Antique Print Umbrella Stand Mid Century, Original Engrave of Valencia
Located in Andernach, DE
Fantastic umbrella stand in craquelure black with gold coloured detail and an impressive original antique
copper engraving print of Valencia with added patina in a golden to amber to...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Sheet Metal
Willy Rizzo Purple Lavender Lucite and Chrome Italian Umbrella Stand, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous umbrella stand in lavender colored lucite and chrome. This incredibly charming and unique piece was designed by Willy Rizzo and produced in Italy during the 1970s.
In fant...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Christian Dior Umbrella Stand in Rattan Lucite & Chrome, France 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Stylish Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand in rattan, lucite and chrome, France, 1970s.
Possibly supplied by Christian Dior Home.
It is comprised of a sheet of lucite with embedded wo...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$1,493 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Italian Hand Wrought-Iron Brutalist Salvino Marsura Umbrella Stand
Located in Carimate, Como
One of a kind Brutalist sculptural umbrella stand designed and handmade in wrought iron by the Italian artist Salvino Marsura, as signed on the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Brutalist Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron
New Volumes Terracotta Skáfos Umbrella Stand by Chris Connell
Located in CREMORNE, AU
A free-flowing terracotta umbrella holder, inspired by the ribbed oil and water jars of Greece. The three-part, compartment-like form is tapered for stability and form-ribbed for strength.
Included in the range is a smaller vase version, along with a fruit platter with a ribbed base, designed to allow fruit to breathe.
Collections for the home and office by Artedomus, New Volumes...
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2010s Italian Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Terracotta
1970s Vintage Italian Hand painted Ceramic Umbrella Stand Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Italian Ceramic hand-painted colorful Umbrella Stand made in the late 1970s in the Style of Deruta.
In original Vintage condition with some wear inside due to History and use.
Faded ...
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1970s Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Rattan Umbrella Stand with Brass Rim, Italy 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern decorative brass and bamboo / rattan umbrella stand, tall planter or paper bin. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s.
Round shape hand woven rattan structure with...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
$1,632 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Footed Brass Umbrella Stand with Griffon Handles
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage brass umbrella or cane stand features tall cylindrical body mounted on stepped round foot, decorated with a wide band of embossed and patinated abstract motifs and equipped w...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
Li Puma Florence Mid Century 'Trompe-l'oeil' Umbrella Stand Italy 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Li Puma Florence Mid Century 'Trompe-l'oeil' Umbrella Stand, Italy, 1960s.
This is a remarkable 'Trompe-l'oeil' style Italian umbrella stand in gold painted metal, made by Li Puma F...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
Gustave Serrurier-Bovy Brass and Oak Cane & Umbrella Stand with Zinc Liner
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and beautiful quality Arts & Crafts stand, designed by Gustave Serrurier-Bovy (1858-1910).
Looking for a stylish and practical antique to upgrade your entrance experience? This...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Arts and Crafts Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Gothic Revival Carved Oak Umbrella Stand with Carved Rail and Zinc Liner Tanks
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful Gothic eyecatcher to come home to, umbrella or stick stand.
If first impressions count then you cannot go wrong with this Gothic Revival stand in your entrance. Not only i...
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Mid-20th Century European Gothic Revival Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Zinc
Rattan Bamboo Umbrella Stand with Brass Rim, Italy, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern decorative brass and bamboo / rattan umbrella stand, tall planter or paper bin. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s.
Round shape rattan structure with brass rim....
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Mission Art's & Craft Quarter Sawn Oak Plant Stand
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Arts & Crafts Period Mission oak plant stand. Belived to be Stickley Brothers C1910. Well constructed and in excellent vintage condition with m...
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Oak
1880-1920s Art Nouveau / Jugend Umbrella Rack
Located in Skien, NO
Antique Black Painted Iron Umbrella Stand / Rack – Scandinavian Jugend / Art Nouveau Style (Circa 1880-1920s)
This elegant umbrella stand, crafted from iron / metal / wrought iron d...
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Late 19th Century Norwegian Art Nouveau Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Mid-Century French Riviera Umbrella Stand in Rattan and Brass, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century umbrella stand made in curved rattan, wicker and brass. This lovely French Riviera style umbrella or stick stand was made in Italy during the 1970s.
This stunni...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Italian Hammered Brass Cane/Umbrella Stand with Ringed Handles
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Italian Hand hammered brass cane/umbrella stand.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Hammered brass and copper umbrella stand 1960s Italian
Located in Cantù, IT
Hammered brass and copper umbrella stand 1960s Italian - Private Collection Domenico Rugiano.
Category
20th Century Italian Other Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Copper
21st Century Leather & Satin Brass Umbrella Stand Handcrafed in Italy
By Pinetti
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
Stands out for its simplicity.
An umbrella stand with cylindrical silhouette ideal to give a stylish addition to any hallway. Covered with a soft grained or woven leather our umbr...
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2010s Italian Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Era, Cast Iron Tray or Umbrella Stand w. Painted Servant Sculpture 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
All handcrafted and cool looking antique stand (with marks underneath).
If you are looking for something special to decorate your entrance, hallway, living room, kitchen, bathroom o...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Iron
Rattan Umbrella Stand with Brass Open Rim, Italy, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern decorative brass and bamboo or rattan umbrella holder, tall planter or basket paper bin. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s.
Round shape with brass open rim. I...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Extra Large Rattan Bamboo Umbrella Stand with Brass Rim, Italy 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern decorative brass and bamboo / rattan large umbrella stand. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s.
Rare find in this XL size.
Round shape rattan structure with bras...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Rattan Bamboo Small Umbrella Stand with Brass Rim, Italy 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern decorative brass and bamboo / rattan small umbrella stand, tall planter or paper bin. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s.
Rectangular rattan structure with roun...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
Umbrella Stand
Located in Annville, PA
A wooden Umbrella Stand shaped like an umbrella. One of the rarest of antiques this is the Niagara Furniture version of a Mahogany and Brass Umbrella Stand. An umbrella shaped umbrella holder produced from the finest quality solid mahogany hardwoods and hand cast solid brass fixtures...
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2010s Renaissance Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Mahogany
$1,335 / item
Collection of 3 Victorian Silver & Gold-Filled Parasol Handles
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A COLLECTION OF 3 VICTORIAN
SILVER & GOLD-FILLED PARASOL HANDLES
Late 19th to early 20th Century.
In various styles, two gold-filled with hand chased and engraved decoration
and on...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Silver
Spanish Umbrella Stand in Leather and Brass with Coat of Arms Detail
Located in Barcelona, ES
Umbrella stand or waste basket bin with handles and decorative coat of arms, leather, wood, brass. Spain, 1960s
This leather, metal and wood wastebasket...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
$1,535 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Carved Wood Black Forest Bears Tree Umbrella Cane Hat Stick Coat Stand Rack
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th Carved Wood Black Forest Bears Tree Umbrella Cane Hat Stick Coat Stand Rack . Exceptional and Large 19th century very beautifully carved wood black forest bear hall tree...
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19th Century European Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Tin
$24,750 Sale Price
25% Off
Rock Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in Paris, FR
Umbrella stand rock brass with structure
in solid brass in antique finish, with black
ironed base.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Iron
$1,143 / item
Brass Crane Umbrella Stand with Repousse Fish Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful and gracefully designed Brass Umbrella Stand in the shape of an arched Crane. The piece has a drip pan with a creative repousse swirl of water and Koi. A compliant to any...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
1950s Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Italian Umbrella Stand
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A modernist hand-painted ceramic umbrella stand designed and manufactured in the small republic of San Marino in the center of Italy, the decor it's very popular in the Fifties, cer...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Ceramic
Wonderfuf Arts & Crafts Cane and Umbrella Stand w. Embossed Peacock Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare, beautiful quality and highly decorative brass & copper Arts & Crafts stand.
Looking for a stylish and practical antique to upgrade your entrance? This entirely handcrafted, e...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Copper
Late 19th Century Thonet Bentwood Oak Umbrella Stand with Original Lead Tray
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare form to find. Large 17 inch bentwood diameter top with a handle centered over 3 upright bentwood supports. Heavy lead tray pan to collect the moisture over a oak ba...
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1880s Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Lead
Midcentury Brass and Chrome Umbrella Stand, Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning square umbrella stand in woven brass and chrome. This incredibly elegant piece was designed in the Italy in the 70s in the style of Willy Rizzo.
In fabulous condition, this...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Spanish Gilt Iron Umbrella Stand, Faux Bamboo Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Nice gilt wrought iron faux bamboo umbrella stand with chain link accents. Spain, 1940s-1950s.
This hand forged umbrella stand features a tripod base holding a faux bamboo iron sctructure ornamented with chain-link and leaf accents. It has a beautiful aged patina with gold leaf gilding.
It has an iron container...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
$1,684 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Green Terracotta Amphora Urn
Located in New York, NY
Large green terracotta amphora urn. Large Majolica oil jar in green glazed with belting below the handles; retains liquid no cracks but chips and wear commensurate with age and use w...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Terracotta
Art Deco Compact Foyer Coat Rack Cum Umbrella Stand Oak & Brass
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Distinguished and compact Art Deco coat rack cum umbrella stand with original metal hardware, single drawer and mirror, umbrella/cane sectionals and original drip pans! Curved brass ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Oak
$3,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Spanish Hammered Dovetailed Copper and Brass Umbrella Holder with Claw Feet
Located in Doylestown, PA
A rustic chic copper and brass pitcher form umbrella holder with claw feet, made in Spain, early 1900s. It has a uniquely shaped tall body with a large brass handle and wide spout a...
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Early 1900s Spanish Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Copper
Italian Mid-Century Brass & Stitched Faux Leather Umbrella Stand or Trash Bin.
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and original Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand or Trash Bin. This is a functional work of art, with a classic yet modern form, made with diverse, beautiful materials....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Green Terracotta Amphora Urn
Located in New York, NY
Large green terracotta amphora urn. Large Majolica oil jar in green glazed with belting below the handles; retains liquid no cracks but chips and wear commensurate with age and use w...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Terracotta
E W Godwin Style of, Anglo-Japanese Oak Hall Stand with Songbirds on Blossoms
Located in London, GB
E W Godwin style of, a fine quality Anglo-Japanese oak hallstand with upper panels depicting songbirds perched in a cherry blossoms, a central bevelled mi...
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1870s English Anglo-Japanese Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Oak
Venetian Blue and Yellow Murano Glass Umbrella Stand Signed Cenedese 1990s
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
Venetian Blue and Yellow Murano Glass Umbrella Stand Signed Cenedese 1990s
This amazing Murano glass umbrella stand will not go unnoticed, thanks to the beauty of its colors and the ...
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1990s Italian Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Vintage Ribbed Brass Umbrella Stand Cane Holder, circa 1960s
Located in Germantown, MD
Elegant ribbed brass umbrella stand and Cane holder. Vintage with a modern minimal design makes this the perfect piece for any home style you may have. In excellent condition, with a...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
20s Italian Handmade Wrought Iron Umbrella Stand Art Nouveau Style Bronze Saucer
Located in Miami, FL
1920s Art Nouveau Style handmade Wrought Iron Umbrella Stand made in Italy.
Comes with a Bronze Inlay Plate, rustic and bold container for Canes, Umbrellas or Parasols.
In good condi...
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1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
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. Stamped "Made in England." Home decor, Interior design and collectibles.
Provena...
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1930s English Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
$645 Sale Price
50% Off
Early 20th Century Gilt Iron French Twelve Cane Holder with Handle and 3 Canes
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entry or mudroom with this elegant antique cane holder. Hand crafted in France circa 1920 and built of sturdy iron, the support features a circular plateau over a turned ...
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Early 20th Century French Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Wire Umbrella Stand In The style of Mathieux Mategot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This is a French Mid-Century Wire Umbrella Stand In The style of Mathieu Mategot.
Made with metal wires and a large convenient handle, and has two sides to contain umbrellas and wali...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Italian Teak Wooden Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning Italian umbrella stand fabricated in the 1950s.
It is made of teak wood and gilded metal with a brass bottom.
It is in good condition for its age, traces of wear over tim...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Polished Copper and Brass Boot Umbrella Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this tall, elegant copper boot stand at your front door or in your mudroom to catch loose canes and umbrellas. Crafted in France, circa 1920 and made ...
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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Copper
19th Century, English Stick Stand
Located in Southampton, GB
Wonderful Stick Stand with 12 compartments and drip tray.
Beautiful colouration and patina to the wood.
Very Sturdy and strong
England, circa 1840.
Height: 76.5cm
Width: 61cm
Dep...
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19th Century English Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Fruitwood
Russian Embossed Brass and Lead Lined Umbrella / Walking Stick Stand, C. 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Russian embossed brass umbrella / walking stick stand with four serpentine studded panels decorated with eagle and shield motif, flanking lion head pulls, lead lined...
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1850s Russian Baltic Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Lead
Art Modern Chrome Scroll Umbrella Stand
Located in Queens, NY
American Art Moderne chrome scroll design umbrella stand.
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Chrome
Hollywood Regency Golden Umbrella stand by Li Puma Firenze, Italy 1950s
Located in Hannover, DE
Italian elegance characterizes this exclusive umbrella stand. The umbrella stand was elaborately handcrafted and perfectly reflects the luxury of the Hollywood Regency era. This umbr...
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1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Metal, Gold Leaf
18th Century French Polished Copper Decorative Coal Bucket or Umbrella Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this antique coal basket next to your front door to catch umbrellas. Crafted in France circa 1780 and made of copper with a large side handle...
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Late 18th Century French Country Antique Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Copper
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 hallway to catch loose canes and umbrellas. Made of copp...
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1920s Spanish Renaissance Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Copper
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Umbrella Stand Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful umbrella stand or basket in curved rattan and bamboo in the style of Franco Albini,
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Jacques Adnet Leather Wrapped Umbrella Stand Completely Original and Very Nice
Located in Chicago, IL
Original Jacques Adnet Leather Wrapped Umbrella Stand or Stick Stand.
Jacques Adnet was an iconic figure in French Modernism. He believed in function of the furniture blended with ge...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Copper, Steel
$2,450 Sale Price
57% Off
Antique Oak & Brass Barrel Shape Umbrella or Stick Stand with Lion Head Handles
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique long barrel umbrella or stick stand with bronze lion head handles.
This exquisite handcrafted umbrella or stick stand is a fine example of antique craftsmanship and elegant ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Country Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass, Bronze
"Arcadia" Umbrella Stand with Bronze, Stainless Steel Detail, Handmade, Istanbul
Located in Istanbul, 34
"Arcadia" Umbrella Stand with Bronze, Stainless Steel Detail, Handmade, Istanbul.
Made to order. Available in custom sizes and a variety of materials and finishes.
Designed by Hasa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Bronze, Stainless Steel
20th Century French Oval Umbrella Stand Hand Made in Copper
Located in Sofia, BG
20th Century French oval umbrella stand which is hand made in copper. It has four hooks at the back and could be attached to a wall. Very good original condition with no restorations...
Category
Early 20th Century Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Copper
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, Italian Luxury Brand Gucci. The boot is decorated with Gucci's classic interlocking g's on canvas and further with leather accents, laces front buckle and and finishing with a bras spur. The umbrella stand retains its all original brass liner. There are very few of these examples in existence as these were solely produced for a few of the Flagship Gucci Stores and were not never released nor produced for the retail market making this an extremely rare piece of authentic vintage Gucci. circa 1970s.
Signature:
The boot is signed on the leather strap "Gucci Italy"
Measurements:
height: 25.25 in x width: 18 in. x depth: 18 in.
Condition:
The umbrella stand is in very good condition. Showing no major damage to it. There is some scuffing to the leather on the heel where the spur is located. Some staining to the front of the boot but really adds to the charm of the natural patina from age. The leather is sound throughout as well as the canvas which has minimal glue staining at the seams. The spur is intact and spins freely. The original brass liner is in good condition with some denting from use. It is free from repairs and is in its original condition.
References:
For a similar and smaller example see: Sotheby's New York - Important 20th Century Design - June 8th, 2005 - lot 12
Notes:
Gucci Museo in Florence, Italy currently does not have this example in their collection. The Gucci Equestrian Boot Umbrella Holder was exclusively made for GUCCI retail stores only and were never made for the retail market. This is the second example we have owned and can and very few of these ever make it to market.
Biography:
Inspired by his experience as a porter at The Savoy hotel in London, Guccio Gucci established his eponymous artisanal luggage atelier in 1921 on Via della Vigna Nuova in Florence. His vision combined exceptional Tuscan materials and craftsmanship with the elegant English aesthetic. These early years established the brand's origins in the world of travel and exploration, which have remained intrinsically linked to Gucci's heritage.
The late 1930s saw the introduction of canvas into the offering to provide enhanced durability. The Diamante fabric emerged and became one of the first distinctive elements of the House with its emblematic diamond motif. This was a precursor of the GG monogram canvas still featured today on a selection of bags.
A need for creativity and resourcefulness in the 1940s led to the development of enduring House codes. Amid Italy’s post-war era when traditional raw materials were in short supply, a visionary Guccio Gucci turned to the lightweight and durable bamboo in 1947. Through innovative craft techniques, Guccio and his Florentine artisans created the Bamboo bag, the predecessor to the House’s iconic Bamboo 1947 handbag.
1953 was a pivotal year for the House, marking Gucci’s expansion outside of Italy with its first store in New York City. This was also when it introduced footwear, most notably the Horsebit 1953 loafer defined by an equestrian accoutrement that Gucci began using earlier in the decade to evoke the life and style that surrounded horseback riding. The emblem was continuously reinterpreted, with the Horsebit 1955 bag referring to the year its specific version of the hardware appeared in Gucci's collections. Back in Florence in 1953, the House purchased the historic Palazzo Settimanni as the site for its growing artisanal production in the heart of the city.
As Gucci continued to grow rapidly, the brand's influence spread to an international clientele of jet setters, Hollywood stars, dignitaries, and socialites. Signature products and prints emerging during this period included the predecessor to the Jackie 1961 bag...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Hand-Crafted Umbrella Stands
Materials
Brass
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