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Footstools For Sale
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Country English Walnut Barley Twist Footstool
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive country English low footstool crafted from walnut. The stool features a trestle base with six barley twist legs conjoined by a barley twist stretcher. Beautifully crafted...
Category

20th Century European Country Footstools

Materials

Brass

Restored Mid-century Reed Stick Rattan Ottoman Stool w/ Hairpin Legs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored reed rattan ottoman stool in white paint with iron hairpin legs. The stool was inspired by the Italian design coming up in the second half of the 20th century with its round...
Category

Mid-20th Century Footstools

Materials

Rattan

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

Henning Kjaernulf Carved Oak Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Carved oak base, period striped wool seat upholstery with nailhead trim. Condition conducive with age.
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Oak

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

Antique Painted and Upholstered French Gout Stool
Located in Bradenton, FL
Antique painted and upholstered French foot stool known in the time as a gout stool. Hand carved scrollwork with gilding.     
Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Footstools

Materials

Textile, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Tan Leather Egg Style Wide Back Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Chrome star base swivel tan leather lounge chair and ottoman probably Scandinavian. Jacobsen style, vintage circa 1960s. Ottoman dimensions: 16 x 22 x 16.
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Chrome

Early Antique English Carved Walnut & Needlepoint Bench (Stool) Circa 1690
Located in Big Flats, NY
An early antique English bench offers floral needlepoint upholstered seat over walnut base having carved foliate, scroll and reeded elements, c1690 Measures - 17"h x 19"w x 15.5"d ...
Category

Late 17th Century English Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

HANDCRAFTED Mid Century MODERN styled Teak OTTOMAN / Footstool / Bench
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Handcrafted Mid Century Modern styled Ottoman / Footstool, available in 5 pattern / color options. Handmade from solid reclaimed teak. The gorgeous fabric contrasts nicely with the ...
Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Vintage Woven Wicker Turtle Footstool
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming woven wicker footstool in the form of a turtle, perfectly wonky to add character to any space. This piece could also be used as decor on a tabletop or shelf. USA, Mid-2...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Wicker

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...
Category

2010s British Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Leather Pig in the Style of Dimitri Omersa Footstool, 1970
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
They are still being made, this one will have been made around 1970. This ottoman in the shape of a pig was first produced around 1930 in England by "Old Bill" (who already made leather travel bags...
Category

1970s English Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather

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...
Category

2010s Balkan Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Indian Brass Three Legged Foot Stool
Located in San Diego, CA
Indian brass three legged foot stool in brass, circa 1970s. Great patina finish and enscibed circular design in blue; Legs unscrew for easy storage. A very interesting, decorative an...
Category

20th Century Indian Romantic Footstools

Materials

Brass

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...
Category

2010s Italian Footstools

Materials

Textile

Late 20th Century English Ebonized & Upholstered Footstool with NailHead Trims
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 20th Century Ebonized and Upholstered Footstool with NailHead Trims in great vintage condition. Measures 14" in width, 14" in depth and stands 4.5" high.
Category

Late 20th Century English Modern Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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

Poul Hundevad Oak Guldhøj Folding Stool Model PH-41 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Guldhøj folding stool by Poul Hundevad. Model PH-41. Made in oak. Later new brown vintage leather cover. Produced by Poul Hundevad Vamdrup Denmark 1960s.
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Oak

2021 FH430 Signature Footstool by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen in Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a FH430 Signature Footstool with an oiled solid oak frame and a white fabric cushion. The footstool, designed by Frits Henningsen and produced by Carl Hansen & Son...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut

2021 FH430 Signature Footstool by Frits Henningsen for Carl Hansen in Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an FH430 Signature Footstool with an oiled solid oak frame and a light (minty) green leather cushion. The footstool, designed by Frits Henningsen and produced by C...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Oak, Leather

English Queen Anne Style Walnut Stool with Slip Seat, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Queen Anne Style Walnut Stool with Slip Seat, Early 20th Century
Category

20th Century English Queen Anne Footstools

Materials

Walnut

Victorian circa 1880 Liberty London Ianthe Upholstered Ottoman Footstool Trunk
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Victorian ottoman footstool upholstered with Liberty London Ianthe fabric My favourite type of stool in my favourite liber...
Category

1880s English Late Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery

2021 KK97170 Safari Footstool by Kaare / Esben Klint for Carl Hansen in Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a KK97170 Safari Footstool with solid ebonized ash wood frame and black leather seat. The footstool, designed by Esben Klint and pr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Ash

FINE ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CLAW & BALL BROWN LEATHER RESTORED CHESTERFIELD FOOTSTOOL
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored hand dyed cigar brown leather Victorian Chesterfield footstool with ...
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Mid 20th Century Walnut French Country Bench Footstool - A
Located in Charlotte, NC
A French Country style bench footstool, unbranded, similar quality to Henredon. Walnut with a distressed finish, yellow, blue, pink, green, ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Danish Modern Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech and vinyl footstool, circa 1960's. Compact design, cute "bone" shape, nice condition on the original upholstery! Please inquire for international and remote shipping rates.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Beech

SMALL ANTiQUE GEORGIAN ENGLISH COUNTRY HOUSE FOOTSTOOL EMBROIDERED TOP BUN FEET
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely small English Country House circa 1800's Embroidered footstool designed to go with a wingback ar...
Category

Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Egyptian Revival Maple Thebes Stool, Liberty & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, Egyptian Revival, medium-toned maple, Thebes stool styled after the stools of ancient Egyptian royalty, attributed to Liberty & Co.
Category

Early 20th Century English Egyptian Revival Footstools

Materials

Maple

Mid-Century Wood Stool in Beige, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
A comfortable stool, designed by Edmund Homa, manufactured by Goscinska Furniture Factory in Poland in the 1960s. The structure is made of solid beechw...
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Beech

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

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

Footstool Scalamandre on a Country French Frame
Located in Tampa, FL
Velvet Scalamandre fabric from the 1970s on a country French frame, circa 1920s. With antique colored nail heads.
Category

1920s French Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, 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

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

Danish Modern Leather & Teak Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather & teak footstool, circa 1960's. Original tufted leather in nice condition. Tapering teak sleek legs! Please inquire for international and remote shipping rates.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather, Teak

Gigantic Molar Stool, 1981 USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible 3 legged molar stool made in Garden Grove, California. Substantial and tough plastic body held up by three sturdy legs made to resemble a tooth'...
Category

1980s American Vintage Footstools

Materials

Plastic

Exceptional and Rare 19th Century Irish X Framed Stool
Located in Dublin, IE
An exceptional and rare 19th century Irish oak stool, with beautifully rich patination and grain. The padded brass studded seat is of rectangular form and upholstered in beautiful go...
Category

19th Century Irish Antique Footstools

Materials

Brass

Charles Dudouyt France Stool Footstool Fireside Leather Oak
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Stool in oak and leather from the 1950s. Born in 1885, Dudouyt nurtured his artistic passions while studying at the Germain Pilon school. Upon graduating, he painted and earned ...
Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather, Oak

Wood Tripod Heart Stool, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique heart tripod stool made in France, circa 1950s. Substantial and chunky heart shaped seat with three sturdy club legs with faceted sides. Perfe...
Category

1950s French Brutalist Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wood

Gypsy Oriental Rug Covered Foot Rest Footstool Vintage, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Gorgeous oriental pillow or seat pillow. Handmade of woolen salt bag or Oriental rug. A beautiful item to put on your leather sofa or a bench.
Category

1970s Unknown Rancho Monterey Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wood, Wool

Danish Modern Beech Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech wood footstool, circa 1960's. Compact design, can be used with virtually any seating type and is easy to move around the home. Please inquire for remote and international ship...
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Beech

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

Arts and Crafts Chesterfield Buttoned Leather Oak Foot Stool
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Chesterfield Buttoned Leather Oak Foot Stool A Lovely piece, this Victorian stool is made in Oak, it stands on short Turned legs and has gothic style carving around ...
Category

Early 1900s Gothic Antique Footstools

Materials

Oak

B&B Italia “Maxalto Apta” Footstool Sofa Table in Dark Brown “Gamma” Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
Hello Friends, and welcome to another unmissable offering from Lord Browns Furniture, the UK’s premier resource for fine Sofas and Chairs. On offer on this occasion is a sublime, immaculately-presented Large “Maxalto Apta” Footstool in Dark-Brown Gamma Leather, manufactured by the leading Italian Interiors House, B&B Italia. As you will no doubt be aware by your interest in these divine Antonio Citterio creations, B&B Italia furniture is the epitome of contemporary European furniture design, is of Peerless quality, and exhibits detailing and execution of the highest standard. In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia creates beautiful furniture that remains a joy forever. This piece is in superb, impeccably-maintained condition, having seen light, irregular use in its previous home, and is entirely free from fault, flaw or damage. Its hugely handsome order reflects the TLC and considerate use afforded it in the past but, as you would think normal when considering the nature and colour of this particular leather, it does possess a small number of barely-visible and largely-inconsequential marks as you might expect. For the avoidance of doubt, please view the numerous images provided to confirm the superb condition and appearance of this gem. Clearly not in truly-perfect condition (it is not far-off though) but a true Classic of modern furniture design presented in as good-condition as you are likely to find. Whilst it could not be considered pristine due to the reasons stated above, it is certain to meet the requirements of all but the true perfectionist and, for someone looking for a piece of Peerless design and execution to position at the heart of their home, it is truly heaven sent! Without question, this superb Footstool possesses all the beauty and majesty you would expect from one of the finest contemporary seating manufacturers in the world. Dimensions-wise, the measurements of the table are H-39cm, W-122cm and D-122cm and, costing in excess of £3,500 when new, it represents spectacular value for money, and we have no doubt it will serve and delight its new owner for many years to come. Delivery of this piece to most UK mainland addresses will cost £90, and can be organised on behalf of the winning bidder upon request using one of our hand-picked panel of specialist, fully-insured independent furniture couriers. Should I be able to help you further, feel free to call or message me. For important payment, shipping, returns, cleaning and contact information...
Category

2010s Footstools

Materials

Leather

Zebra Hide Footstool
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful wood and zebra hide footstool or low bench / stool, circa early to mid-20th century. Piece is rectangular with bun feet, with a footrest or seat upholstered in authentic ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Footstools

Materials

Zebra Hide, Wood

Graceful French Louis XV Black Velvet Upholstered Distressed White Painted Stool
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous and graceful stool. The black velvet contrasts beautifully with the white distressed frame. There is one small stain shown but its dark too so not obvious. Measure...
Category

1940s French Louis XV Vintage Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Late 20th Century William and Mary Style Upholstered Footstool Ottoman
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful late 20th century walnut and Upholstered William and Mary style footstool or ottoman in very good vintage condition. Measures 19" in width, 19" in depth and 10" tall.
Category

Late 20th Century American William and Mary Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

Large Vintage Round Moroccan Leather Pouf
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large vintage round Moroccan leather pouf, handcrafted in brown camel leather. Hand tooled leather stool ottoman handcrafted by Moroccan a...
Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Footstools

Materials

Leather

Mid 20th Century Walnut French Country Bench Footstool - B
Located in Charlotte, NC
A French Country style bench footstool, unbranded, similar quality to Henredon. Walnut with a distressed finish, yellow, blue, pink, green, ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Bamboo Rattan Wicker Swivel Footstool in the Paul Frankl's Style. Circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Bamboo Rattan Wicker Swivel Footstool /Ottoman in the Paul Frankl's Style by Classic Rattan Inc. Circa 1970s Features a swivel cus...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wrought Iron

English Bamboo Root Thebes Stool Egyptian Revival Liberty & Co Unmarked
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An English Egyptian Revival bamboo Thebes stool from the early 1900s, with slatted curving seat and root bamboo legs.
Category

Early 20th Century British Egyptian Revival Footstools

Materials

Bamboo

The Cube Stool by Sister By Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
The Cube Stool, is the perfect foot perch or pair it with a brass tray and cocktail glasses for a chic and stylish aperitif hour. Kilims are a staple at Sister for their hard-wear...
Category

2010s European Footstools

Materials

Fabric

Niels Møller Ottoman with Danish Cord Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Niels Møller's Model 78A ottoman, designed in 1963 is a simple footrest with Danish cord upholstery and slightly tapered legs, manufactured by the designer's family company, JL Mølle...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Gustavian Antique, Round Stool, Swedish Cabinetmaker, Late 18th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Such a beautiful rare and original gustavian stool, made in giltwood with horsehair upholstered seat. Made in by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the late 18th century. A great vintage o...
Category

19th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Footstools

Materials

Giltwood

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

Una Counter Stool by Estudio Persona
Located in Geneve, CH
Una counter stool by Estudio Persona Dimensions: W 45.8 x D 48.3 x H 94 cm Materials: Solid maple, natural vegetable leather Solid maple, upholstered back bolster in natural veg...
Category

2010s American Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Maple

Antiques X-Base Footstool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique carved frame bench with criss-cross base and scrolling arms. Upholstered seat and arms, with hand carved embellishments throughout. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category

Early 20th Century Footstools

Materials

Wood

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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