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Footstools For Sale
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Solid Black Oak Copablanca Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired in a chess piece, this heavy and solid oak stool is 100% handcrafted with a matte black finish.
Category

2010s Mexican Bauhaus Footstools

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Light Beige Boucle Stool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful, well crafted light boucle upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, ch...
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Mid-Century Pink Velvet Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s. The stool consist of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. Stool was designed by Ed...
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Beech

Mini Butterfly Stool, Pink Fandango Jacquard, Dark Wood, Europe 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Small stool called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat in beautiful jacquard italian fabric. This stool can be customized to your specif...
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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Jacquard

Contemporary Black Stool Upholstered with Fur Top & Gold Spheres Details
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Stool is a luxury stool ideal for any contemporary interior design project. A modern stool design, upholstered in fur with polished brass details, made to enhance your home e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Natural Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
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2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools

Materials

Brass, Steel

Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Dark Brown Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
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2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools

Materials

Brass, Steel

Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
Category

2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools

Materials

Brass, Steel

Contemporary Repose Ottoman Footstool Black Smoke Steel & Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Repose contemporary ottoman and footstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turn...
Category

2010s Spanish Minimalist Footstools

Materials

Brass, Steel

Small Decorative Footstool, Cylindrical Fabric Stool
Located in London, GB
The Louis footstool is a cute small item to be placed in front of any style armchair or sofa. The sponge cushion is sustained by a wood bar and can be rolled. The sides of the foot...
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2010s British Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Olivia Red Bar Stool
Located in Milan, IT
Seductive and refined, this plush stool promises unrivaled comfort either when sipping a prosecco or having a quick lunch. Accented with golden tips matchi...
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2010s Italian Footstools

Materials

Textile

Armada Footstool
Located in Beograd, RS
The Armada foot rest stool /tabure is defined by its energetic design and exceptional lightness, achieved by combining the finest materials, giving fu...
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2010s Balkan Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Natural White Fur Ottoman, Mongolian Sheepskin Pouffe
Located in Dural, AU
What could be more luxurious than relaxing with this real fur ottoman! Whether styling a living room for seating or foot comfort or adding glam to a bedroom, this Mongolian fur pouf will look and feel amazing in any decor setting. Each fur ottoman boasts with the most beautiful and silky Mongolian sheepskin...
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2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin

Postmodern Jacquard Velvet Madonna Stool Marble
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Madonna stool is part of New Malabar's collection, Future Classics. Always curious about new scientific discoveries, the atom becomes one of Salvador Dalí favorite subjects of reflexion. Dalí borrows the image of a Madonna by Raphael Sanzio to conceived the Maximum Speed of Raphael’s Madonna. Her breaks up into spheres, geometrically perfect figures, and into forms resembling rhinoceros horns...
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2010s Portuguese Footstools

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Pair of Roger Tallon Ts Folding Stools for Sentou, France 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Lovely pair of foldable stools designed by Roger Tallon and produced by Sentou in France in the 1970s. These TS stools are fully made in a beautiful maple wood and were ingeniously...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Wood, Maple

Modern Organic Style Armchair and Foot Stool in Solid Wood, Upholstered Seating
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." THE ARMCHAIRS 

The Collana armchairs are a celebration of refined design and unparalleled comfort. Crafted to elev...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood, Fiberglass, Upholstery, Textile

DOOQ Organic Modern Marlon Ottoman, Blue Kvadrat by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Lisbon, PT
When pure geometry meets soft curves, something sculptural and sensual comes out. A fine dialogue between oversized legs and clean lines takes place in this piece upholstered in moha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet

Two Mid-Century Style Blue Velvet Triangle Medium Stools, Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Comfortable and stabile triangle stools. They are contemporary stools inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as a bar stools. Stools were designed by Vintola Studio, a Polish br...
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Two Mid-Century Style Orange Velvet Triangle Medium Stools, by Vintola, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Comfortable and stabile triangle stools. They are contemporary stools inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as a bar stools. Stool was designed by Vintola Studio, a Polish bran...
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Style Burgundy Velvet Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Comfortable and stabile triangle stool. They are contemporary stools inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as a bar stools. Stool was designed by Vintola Studio, a Polish brand...
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Burgundy Vintage Stool, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful soft velvet burgundy upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characte...
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Mid-Century Style Acqua Velvet Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Comfortable and stabile triangle stool. They are contemporary stools inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as a bar stools. Stool was designed by Vintola Studio, a Polish brand...
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Two Mid-Century Style Acqua Velvet Triangle Medium Stools, by Vintola, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Comfortable and stabile triangle stools. They are contemporary stools inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as a bar stools. Stool was designed by Vintola Studio, a Polish bran...
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Two Mid-Century Style Burgundy Velvet Triangle Medium Stools, by Vintola, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Comfortable and stabile triangle stools. They are contemporary stools inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as a bar stools. Stool was designed by Vintola Studio, a Polish bran...
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Ottoman pouf Drova 6 Boucle fabric by Woo
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube ottoman pouf embodies the perfect fusion of form and function. The structure of ottoman pouf Drova consists of several upholstered blocks, stacked on the top of each other, which are resembling the firewood, stacked near the fireplace. Its clean lines and modern design make it a captivating accent piece that complements any interior. There can be 4 or 6 elements, depending on the size of pouf. The high-quality materials ensure durability and longevity, while the plush cushioning provides exceptional comfort. The ottoman pouf frame is made of plywood with high-quality polyurethane for a soft filling. A versatile palette of fabrics for covering. You can choose texture and color of the fabric for your pouf. Whether used as a footrest, additional seating, or a side table, the Ukrainian Design Drova 6 ottoman Pouf adds both style and functionality to your space. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller areas, while the cube shape adds a touch of contemporary elegance. The space between the blocks allows you to move the Drova 6 ottoman pouf from place to place easily, as well as to store some small things in it. Elevate your home or office with the design cube pouf...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Set of 2 Mid-Century Style Triangle Stools in Nouvelles Vagues, Vintola, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stools inspired by 60s style. The stools consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. They are absolutely unique. We can prepare them also in another wood and boucle color. Designed in 2022 in Poland. About the fabric: The warp and weft of an idea A velvet jacquard that pays a visual and tactile homage to the tiger’s coat...
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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Ottoman pouf Drova 6 in Green color by Woo
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube ottoman pouf embodies the perfect fusion of form and function. The structure of ottoman pouf Drova consists of several upholstered blocks, stacked on the top of each other, which are resembling the firewood, stacked near the fireplace. Its clean lines and modern design make it a captivating accent piece that complements any interior. There can be 4 or 6 elements, depending on the size of pouf. The high-quality materials ensure durability and longevity, while the plush cushioning provides exceptional comfort. The ottoman pouf frame is made of plywood with high-quality polyurethane for a soft filling. A versatile palette of fabrics for covering. You can choose texture and color of the fabric for your pouf. Whether used as a footrest, additional seating, or a side table, the Ukrainian Design Drova 6...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Contemporary Ottoman in Caribbean Walnut with Handmade Weaving, 1 in stock
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The piece incorporates hammock weaving into a comfortable and functional ottoman. Small bronze bolts make assembly and disassembly easy, they also give the piece stability. Káan Otto...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Footstools

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman, Burnt Orange, Silk Fringes La Folie
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
With voluptuous curves and perfect poise, the Mid-Century Modern inspired La Folie Pouf Ottoman exalts passion and fantasy as if you were in a burlesque show at Moulin Rouge. Let you...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Ottoman pouf Drova 6 in Beige color by Woo
Located in Kyiv, UA
Ottoman pouf Drova, a versatile and stylish addition to your living space. Handcrafted with precision in Ukraine, this cube ottoman pouf embodies the perfect fusion of form and function. The structure of ottoman pouf Drova consists of several upholstered blocks, stacked on the top of each other, which are resembling the firewood, stacked near the fireplace. Its clean lines and modern design make it a captivating accent piece that complements any interior. There can be 4 or 6 elements, depending on the size of pouf. The high-quality materials ensure durability and longevity, while the plush cushioning provides exceptional comfort. The ottoman pouf frame is made of plywood with high-quality polyurethane for a soft filling. A versatile palette of fabrics for covering. You can choose texture and color of the fabric for your pouf. Whether used as a footrest, additional seating, or a side table, the Ukrainian Design Drova 6 ottoman Pouf adds both style and functionality to your space. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller areas, while the cube shape adds a touch of contemporary elegance. The space between the blocks allows you to move the Drova 6 ottoman pouf from place to place easily, as well as to store some small things in it. Elevate your home or office with the design cube pouf...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Contemporary Ottoman in Mexican Ebony with Handmade Weaving, 1 in stock
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The piece incorporates hammock weaving into a comfortable and functional ottoman. Small bronze bolts make assembly and disassembly easy, they also give the piece stability. Káan Otto...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Footstools

Materials

Hardwood, Katalox

DOOQ Organic Modern Powder Pouf Malibu in Rich Cotton Velvet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Lounge armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the golden age of midcentury design and organic architecture, it radiates thr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Silk, Velvet

DOOQ Organic Modern Marlon Ottoman, Yellow Kvadrat by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Lisbon, PT
When pure geometry meets soft curves, something sculptural and sensual comes out. A fine dialogue between oversized legs and clean lines takes place in this piece upholstered in moha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet

Ottoman-Zebra Hide Cube
Located in New York, NY
This Zebra hide cube ottoman provides a true ‘out of Africa’ sense to any space. Each ottoman has been upholstered with ethically and sustainably-sourced Burchell's Zebra hide. Due t...
Category

2010s South African Footstools

Materials

Zebra Hide

Modern Leather Arch Base Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern leather arch base ottoman. Crafted in rich brown leather, this ottoman is accented with small brass nailhead trim. The unique open decorative arched base makes this small st...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

'Joe Ball' Leather Footstool by Centro Studi Poltronova, Italy
Located in London, GB
The super soft, high quality leather 'Joe Ball' is the perfect pouf or footstool designed by the renowned Florentine company, Centro Studi Poltronova. Designed for the fiftieth anniversary of the iconic 'Joe' chair, (which was originally inspired by the baseball glove of sporting legend Joe Di Maggio...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Foam

Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Shape swivel pouf in leather
Located in Desio, IT
Swivel ottoman designed in combination with the Shape bergere. Lead finish metal base ME05. Leather upholstery available in different colors.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Footstools

Materials

Metal

Ottoman-Zebra Hide Cube
Located in New York, NY
This Zebra hide cube ottoman provides a true ‘out of Africa’ sense to any space. Each ottoman has been upholstered with ethically and sustainably-sourced ...
Category

2010s South African Footstools

Materials

Zebra Hide

21st Century Meriam Pouf in Velvet with ETRO Motif by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
MERIAM Pouf with Structure in multilayer wood and variable thickness high density polyurethane foam. Seat and upper edge upholstery in velvet cat. A Genova col. 3 Lotus. Side uphols...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swivel Mushroom Top Post Modern Style Ottoman Pouf in Ivory White Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Post Modern style swivel top Mushroom Ottomans or Poufs freshly upholstered in luxuriously soft ivory white bouclé are the perfect blend of form and function. Sexy Modern sculptural silhouette. Whether used for additional seating or for resting a delicious charcuterie platter, you and your guests will appreciate the swivel top feature. When seated, guests can swivel about and converse more freely. Trays or platters filled with goodies can rest atop and rotate for a more comfortable entertaining experience. Or simply rest your legs over these large and comfortable super soft ottomans after a long day with a good book and a glass of wine. The ivory white bouclé is rated highly durable (over 50k double rubs) and cleans up easily without damaging or compromising the fabric. Its texture breathes and works quite well in both cool and warm climates. Adjustable sizes. May be upholstered in Customer's Own Material (C.O.M.). Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed along with and currently available in our shop: Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Mid-Century Yellow-Gray Pattern Velvet Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s. The stool consist of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. Stool was designed by Ed...
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Beech

21st Century Meriam Pouf in Fabric by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
MERIAM Pouf with Structure in multilayer wood and variable thickness high-density polyurethane foam. Seat upholstery in jacquard fabric cat. A Bukhara col. 2 Smoke. Side upholstery ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Light Beige Boucle Stool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful, well crafted light boucle upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, ch...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Nature and Steel Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Nature and steel Trifolium stool by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, steel Also available: Different colors and other frame color available OX DE...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Mocca and Steel Trifolium Stool by Ox Denmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Mocca and steel Trifolium stool by Ox Denmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, steel Also available: Different colors and other frame color available OX DE...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Cognac and Black Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Cognac and Black Trifolium stool by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, Steel Also Available: Different colors and other frame color available. OX D...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Black Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Black trifolium stool by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, Steel Also Available: Different colors and other frame color available. OX DENMARQ is a...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Modern Organic style armchair in Solid Wood, Upholstered Flexible Seating
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." THE ARMCHAIRS 

The Collana armchairs are a celebration of refined design and unparalleled comfort. Crafted to elev...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood, Fiberglass, Upholstery, Textile

Hazelnut and Black Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Hazelnut and Black Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, Steel Also Available: Different colors and other frame color available, OX...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Mocca and Black Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Mocca and Black Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, Steel Also Available: Different colors and other frame color available, OX DE...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Cylindrical Fabric Stool, Pouf Round
Located in London, GB
The Louis footstool is a cute small item to be placed in front of any style armchair or sofa. The sponge cushion is sustained by a wood bar and can be rolled. The sides of the foot...
Category

2010s British Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Recycling Reject Cylinder Stool by Tim Teven
Located in Geneve, CH
Recycling reject cylinder stool by Tim Teven Dimensions: 34 x 44.5 cm Materials: recycled composite Available in different colors. Recycling Reject d...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Footstools

Materials

Composition

Nature and Black Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Nature and black trifolium stool by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, Steel Also Available: Different colors and other frame color available. OX D...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Cognac and Steel Trifolium Stool by Ox Denmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Cognac and Steel Trifolium Stool by Ox Denmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, Steel Also Available: Different colors and other frame color available, OX ...
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Black and Steel Trifolium Stool by Ox Denmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Black and steel trifolium stool by Ox Denmarq. Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm. Materials: leather, steel Also available: Different colors and other frame color available. Ox...
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Hazelnut and Steel Trifolium Stool by OxDenmarq
Located in Geneve, CH
Hazelnut and steel Trifolium stool by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 45 cm Materials: Leather, Steel also available: Different colors and other frame color available OX ...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

RH-301 Bauhaus Leather Tufted Footstool by Robert Haussmann for De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Footstool RH-301/05 by De Sede. The appeal of tubular stainless steel furniture is timeless. Created in 1954 as a tribute to Mies van der Rohe, Robert Haussmann’s famous chrome-plate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Rex Leather Footstool by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Footstool for Rex Posture support leather armchair by FSM.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Antique and Vintage Footstools

Antique and vintage footstools might add a dose of fun to your living room, but they’re also hard workers.

Even as they’ve morphed into objects with plenty of functions over time, the footstool has a royal past. In Ancient Egypt, a footstool was used to climb onto an elevated chair or placed under someone’s feet as he or she was seated in a temple or private residence. Footstools were also in use during the Ottoman Empire. In fact, the ottoman, an upholstered seat or small bench that initially had no back or arms, was the main seating furniture in a home. Ottomans were a way to merge floor seating with cushions and mats.

Poufs, which originated in France, are also thought of as convenient seating furniture as well as occasionally serving as a side table, if needed. (Although, a pouf is typically not as firm as an ottoman.)

Over the years, footstools have taken on varying purposes. They have been used as small portable chairs, for example.

During the 18th century, a footstool might have been long with a low profile, which rendered it perfect for fireside seating. Victorian footstools were small but not unassuming, as furniture makers of the era would upholster the pieces so that they paired with the nearby sofa or wingback chairs. Footstools have even become a storage solution at home, with designers outfitting them with compartments. Today, a footstool might be used to organize quilts and blankets or other textiles, especially if you’re trying to keep things uncluttered in a small apartment.

Footstools are now available in all sorts of provocative colors, upholstery and more. No one is going to put a velvet footstool out on the curb, right? When shopping for your own footstool, try to find one that meets the height of your sofa or other seating (or is a tad lower). It should also be sturdy but not a heavy, clunky piece that’s a chore to move around.

The footstool is both decorative and functional. Not unlike a good throw pillow, interior designers have found numerous uses for this versatile, vibrant furnishing. Find yours in the growing collection of antique and vintage footstools today on 1stDibs.

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