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Midcentury Footstool or Tabouret, 1950s
Midcentury Footstool or Tabouret, 1950s

Midcentury Footstool or Tabouret, 1950s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood The fabric shows signs of use With aged patina Original condition.    

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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Gustavian Round Stool
Swedish Gustavian Round Stool

Swedish Gustavian Round Stool

Located in Hollywood, FL

This is a Swedish Gustavian round stool, it has been restored and painted with milk paints "Oyster White". Seating recovered in Muslin. The seat spins around

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1920s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Footstools

Materials

Birch

Art Deco Stool, Black Lacquered Oak, White Fabric, France circa 1940
Art Deco Stool, Black Lacquered Oak, White Fabric, France circa 1940

Art Deco Stool, Black Lacquered Oak, White Fabric, France circa 1940

Located in Regensburg, DE

Original Art Deco stool, black lacquered Oak solid wood, France circa 1940 Elegantly curved legs, glossy black piano lacquer. Upholstered with white fabric and double keder. Dimens...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Lacquer

Footstool Art Deco Style
Footstool Art Deco Style

Footstool Art Deco Style

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Footstool Art Deco style, gilded wood foot and fabric. Measures: H 27cm, W 60cm, W 40cm. Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.

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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wood

De Sede Light Tan Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland
De Sede Light Tan Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland

De Sede Light Tan Leather Patchwork Ottoman, 1960s Switzerland

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant light-coloured tan leather pouf/ottoman by Swiss designer De Sede with square patchwork. Handmade with wonderful faded patina or varying hues of tan. Gorgeous accent piece. G...

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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather

Brown Vintage Look Squared Ottoman
Brown Vintage Look Squared Ottoman

Brown Vintage Look Squared Ottoman

$1,209Sale Price|25% Off

Brown Vintage Look Squared Ottoman

Located in IT

Brown vintage look squared ottoman Size to be confirmed: 120 x 120 cm H 40 cm.  

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2010s Italian Footstools

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Modern Vintage Cherry Foot Stool 1950s Austria
Mid Century Modern Vintage Cherry Foot Stool 1950s Austria

Mid Century Modern Vintage Cherry Foot Stool 1950s Austria

By Josef Frank

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Modern vintage rectangular like footstool from cherrywood with pastel blue velvet upholstery, Josef Frank style, 1950s Austria. A stunning footstool new covered with past...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Cherry

set of 2 Vintage Wooden Stools – French Rustic Charm"
set of 2 Vintage Wooden Stools – French Rustic Charm"

set of 2 Vintage Wooden Stools – French Rustic Charm"

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in TARBES, FR

These stools, with their turned legs and curved wooden seats, clearly draw inspiration from Dudouyt’s rustic-modern aesthetic—functional, timeless, and full of character. Selling a...

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1950s French Rustic Vintage Footstools

Materials

Oak

French Louis XV Style 19th Century Wooden Footstool with Carved Cabriole Legs
French Louis XV Style 19th Century Wooden Footstool with Carved Cabriole Legs

French Louis XV Style 19th Century Wooden Footstool with Carved Cabriole Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Louis XV style wooden footstool from the 19th century with carved cabriole legs, floral décor and green upholstery. Elevate your living space with the timeless allure of thi...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Montage Faux Fur Ottomans on Brass Hairpin Legs, Pair
Montage Faux Fur Ottomans on Brass Hairpin Legs, Pair

Montage Faux Fur Ottomans on Brass Hairpin Legs, Pair

Located in Wilton, CT

The perfect addition to any space! Wonderfully proportioned pair of ottomans upholstered in a cream colored faux fur. These work in a multitude of spaces: in a living space, under a ...

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2010s North American Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Stool With Legs Made In Teak & Black Leather Seat, Danish Design From 1960s
Stool With Legs Made In Teak & Black Leather Seat, Danish Design From 1960s

Stool With Legs Made In Teak & Black Leather Seat, Danish Design From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

This stool, a fine example of Danish design from the 1960s, features a sleek combination of black leather and teak wood. The stool's elegant design reflects the mid-century modern ae...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather, Teak

Small 17th Century French Provincial Louis XIV Footstool in Circassian Walnut
Small 17th Century French Provincial Louis XIV Footstool in Circassian Walnut

Small 17th Century French Provincial Louis XIV Footstool in Circassian Walnut

Located in Middleburg, VA

A rare gem of Louis XIV Provincial craftsmanship! This petite 17th-century footstool brings Old World elegance to a modern interior. Made in Provence around 1690, the piece is finely carved from richly patinated Circassian Walnut...

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Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Footstools

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Vintage Modern Rolling Ottomans
Pair of Vintage Modern Rolling Ottomans

Pair of Vintage Modern Rolling Ottomans

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stylish pair of vintage modern ottomans/footstools. Interestingly designed vintage upholstery, with a tuft in the center of the seat. 4 casters ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Upholstery

Art Deco Stool, Material Wood, Country France, 1930
Art Deco Stool, Material Wood, Country France, 1930

Art Deco Stool, Material Wood, Country France, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Stools Art Deco. Material: wood You want to live in the golden years, this is the stool that your project needs. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau style...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wood

Pair of Swedish Rococo Style Carved Painted Upholstered Stools, circa 1890
Pair of Swedish Rococo Style Carved Painted Upholstered Stools, circa 1890

Pair of Swedish Rococo Style Carved Painted Upholstered Stools, circa 1890

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of Swedish Rococo style painted stools from the late 19th century with richly carved décor, cabriole legs and newly upholstered seats. Each of this pair of Scandinavian Rococo...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Sublime Georgian 1780 Small Round Walnut Footstool Very Decorative Little Piece
Sublime Georgian 1780 Small Round Walnut Footstool Very Decorative Little Piece

Sublime Georgian 1780 Small Round Walnut Footstool Very Decorative Little Piece

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this lovely small Georgian Walnut round footstool A very nicely made traditional Georgian stool, the frame is walnut, the upholstery is Victorian I think...

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1780s English Georgian Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Chinese Low Daybed Step, c. 1900
Chinese Low Daybed Step, c. 1900

Chinese Low Daybed Step, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This low 19th-century table is actually a step used for easily getting in and out of a raised daybed. Crafted of northern elmwood (yumu), the step features a plank top surface, carved lotus spandrels, and a prominent apron carved with floral scrollwork. The wooden step is finished with dark lacquer, now lightly worn along the edges with rich texture. Today, we love this low step as a tabletop display stand or a footstool beside a plush armchair...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Footstools

Materials

Elm

1960s Swedish Lamino Footstool Ottoman In Sheepskin By Yngve Ekstrom For Swedese
1960s Swedish Lamino Footstool Ottoman In Sheepskin By Yngve Ekstrom For Swedese

1960s Swedish Lamino Footstool Ottoman In Sheepskin By Yngve Ekstrom For Swedese

By Yngve Ekström, Swedese

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

A vintage 1960s "Lamino" sheepskin footstool ottoman by Swedish designer Yngve Ekstrom. Both ‘’Lamino’’ armchair and stool were listed among the greatest designs of the Scandinavian...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin

Vintage Italian Iron Stool
Vintage Italian Iron Stool

Vintage Italian Iron Stool

Located in Atlanta, GA

Italian vintage stool made of scrolling hand-forged iron and having four cabriole-shaped legs. The stool supports an upholstered seat covered in...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Footstools

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern, Studio Made Rustic Wood Farmhouse Stools, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern, Studio Made Rustic Wood Farmhouse Stools, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern, Studio Made Rustic Wood Farmhouse Stools, 1970s

Located in Stamford, CT

Mid-Century Modern, Studio Made Rustic Wood Farmhouse Stools or Side Tables, 1970s. Pair of Stools. Organic form wooden stools from the 20th Century. American studio made, solid wood. These pieces can also work as low profile side tables...

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1970s American Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wood

2-Leg Mini Stool, Hand-Carved Contemporary Design, Sculptural Form by Tellurico
2-Leg Mini Stool, Hand-Carved Contemporary Design, Sculptural Form by Tellurico

2-Leg Mini Stool, Hand-Carved Contemporary Design, Sculptural Form by Tellurico

By Tellurico

Located in Eindhoven, NL

This series of stools is designed and handcrafted by Tellurico Design Studio in the Netherlands, using only high-quality solid woods. Rooted in the ancient art of wood carving, each ...

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2010s European Other Footstools

Materials

Wood

Thonet Rocking Footrest
Thonet Rocking Footrest

Thonet Rocking Footrest

By Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Thonet rocking footrest in very good original condition with signs of usage.

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1920s Czech Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Large Vintage Leather Stool Omersa For Almazan Pig With Original Tail
Large Vintage Leather Stool Omersa For Almazan Pig With Original Tail

Large Vintage Leather Stool Omersa For Almazan Pig With Original Tail

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A large, vintage, pig ottoman by Omersa for Almazan, ca' 1960's. Patina and character, original tail. Total length approx. 33".

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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather

William and Mary Style Walnut Leather Upholstered Small Trunk
William and Mary Style Walnut Leather Upholstered Small Trunk

William and Mary Style Walnut Leather Upholstered Small Trunk

Located in San Francisco, CA

An unusual and charming walnut William and Mary style leather upholstered small trunk with nailhead trim. The piece opens to reveal a wood lined in...

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Mid-19th Century English William and Mary Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Oak Stools Produced by Willy Beck
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Oak Stools Produced by Willy Beck

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Oak Stools Produced by Willy Beck

By Aksel Bender Madsen, Willy Beck, Ejner Larsen

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender stools, produced by Willy Beck, Copenhagen, Denmark in 1961. Oak frame, upholstered with white velour textile. The seats are marked underneath w...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Upholstery

LUSO Footstool
LUSO Footstool

LUSO Footstool

$2,704 / item

LUSO Footstool

Located in Frazão, Porto

LUSO stool is a very delicate and well-balanced piece, upholstered in fabric with a contrasting piping detail and base in antique brass color.‎ Perfectly matches with the Luso sofa, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Lacquer

Contemporary Footstool 'Grasso' by Stephen Burks, 80 cm
Contemporary Footstool 'Grasso' by Stephen Burks, 80 cm

Contemporary Footstool 'Grasso' by Stephen Burks, 80 cm

By BD Barcelona Design, Stephen Burks

Located in Paris, IDF

'Grasso' by Stephen Burks x Bd Barcelona Footstool: Ø36 x 80 cm Upholstery ref: Florida Leather Black Frame: Blue An stool that pursues a visual “ultra-comfort”, and invites you t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Footstools

Materials

Metal

Cube Stool in Patch Cerulean, Made in UK by Sister - Multifunctional & Modern
Cube Stool in Patch Cerulean, Made in UK by Sister - Multifunctional & Modern

Cube Stool in Patch Cerulean, Made in UK by Sister - Multifunctional & Modern

Located in London, GB

The Cube Stool is the perfect addition to your home, offering versatility as both a comfortable footrest and a stylish accent piece. Whether paired with a brass tray for a chic cockt...

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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric

Late 1940's Moderne / Deco Footstool or Ottoman
Late 1940's Moderne / Deco Footstool or Ottoman

Late 1940's Moderne / Deco Footstool or Ottoman

By Jacques Adnet

Located in New York, NY

French, late 1940’s Jacques Adnet stool in Cerused white oak purchased from Miguel Saco Inc. in New York City. Upholstered in Ashbury calf hide leather in a warm off white with sligh...

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1940s French Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Oak

Antique Suzani Embroidered Footstool – Silk Hand-Stitched Needlepoint
Antique Suzani Embroidered Footstool – Silk Hand-Stitched Needlepoint

Antique Suzani Embroidered Footstool – Silk Hand-Stitched Needlepoint

Located in Delray Beach, FL

exquisite, hand-embroidered antique footstool. This piece seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with timeless furniture design. The upholstery features a vibrant, Suzani-inspi...

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20th Century American Footstools

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Wood

Ayala Serfaty, Shastool Series: Sha Kurama, Handmade Stool, Israel, 2019
Ayala Serfaty, Shastool Series: Sha Kurama, Handmade Stool, Israel, 2019

Ayala Serfaty, Shastool Series: Sha Kurama, Handmade Stool, Israel, 2019

By Ayala Serfaty

Located in New York, NY

Shastool Series consists of pieces felted by hand, recalling ancient textiles. Utilizing wool and silk, these one-of-a-kind fiber art pieces are softly molded over organic sculptural...

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2010s Israeli Footstools

Materials

Wool, Silk

Camber Stool, Paul Coenen
Camber Stool, Paul Coenen

Camber Stool, Paul Coenen

By Paul Coenen

Located in Geneve, CH

Camber stool, Paul Coenen Dimensions: W 47 x D 37 x H 45 cm Materials: Stainless steel The Camber bench and stool originated from the idea of manufacturing a piece of furniture ...

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2010s Dutch Modern Footstools

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Neoclassical Style Footstools
Pair of Mid-Century Neoclassical Style Footstools

Pair of Mid-Century Neoclassical Style Footstools

Located in Essex, MA

Pair of Mid-Century neoclassical style stools or tabouret. Sitting height. Painted and with great patina. Curule form. No breaks or repairs.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Beech

Signed" LIFETIME " Arts & Crafts Foot Stool - Stickley Era #W7163
Signed" LIFETIME " Arts & Crafts Foot Stool - Stickley Era #W7163

Signed" LIFETIME " Arts & Crafts Foot Stool - Stickley Era #W7163

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

Signed Lifetime Arts & Crafts Foot Stool - Stickley Era #W7163 This signed “Lifetime” Foot Stool is a great looking item in excellent condition. This item is a very well done piece!...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Footstools

Materials

Leather, Oak

Spalted Maple Stool by Fritz Baumann
Spalted Maple Stool by Fritz Baumann

Spalted Maple Stool by Fritz Baumann

By Fritz Baumann

Located in Geneve, CH

Spalted Maple stool, by Fritz Baumann Dimensions: Top 29 x 26 x h 52 cm Materials: Maple *This piece is suitable for outdoor use. Please note that the ...

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2010s German Modern Footstools

Materials

Maple

La Luna Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue
La Luna Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue

La Luna Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

La Luna ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: rattan, polyurethane foam, maple. Also available in other colors. Dimensions: diameter 53 cm x height...

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2010s Philippine Modern Footstools

Materials

Rattan, Foam, Maple

Danish Modern G Plan Saddleback Teak Ottoman
Danish Modern G Plan Saddleback Teak Ottoman

Danish Modern G Plan Saddleback Teak Ottoman

By G-Plan

Located in Charleston, SC

Vintage mid century G plan Saddleback Footstool on castors. Original upholstery in black vinyl with float buttons. Versatile, stunning shape and fits two pairs of feet or useful as ...

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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Jacquard Velvet Madonna Stool Marble Made in Portugal by Malabar
Postmodern Jacquard Velvet Madonna Stool Marble Made in Portugal by Malabar

Postmodern Jacquard Velvet Madonna Stool Marble Made in Portugal by Malabar

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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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Footstools

Materials

Marble

TH Brown Trend Foot Stool, Boucle
TH Brown Trend Foot Stool, Boucle

TH Brown Trend Foot Stool, Boucle

By Peter Brown (Australian), TH Brown

Located in Adelaide, SA

Trend Foot stool The best in Australian furniture design. One of Australia’s all time design Icons! The Trend Lounge was designed by Peter Brown in 1970 to meet the emerging move towards modular furniture, using the latest foam and fabrics for comfort and durability. With its visually captivating angular shape, chromed frame, light visual footprint and supreme comfort, it remains a contemporary masterpiece - flexible enough to suit most contemporary design styles. We are now bringing this iconic lounge into the 21st century - for use as a lounge or exterior seating...

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2010s Australian Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Chrome

Contour modern velvet pouf
Contour modern velvet pouf

Contour modern velvet pouf

By Carpanelli

Located in Desio, IT

Contour velvet pouf with a soft and unique shape. Metal feet. Upholstery available in a variety of fabrics and velvets

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2010s Italian Modern Footstools

Materials

Metal

Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany X-Stretcher Thebes Bench
Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany X-Stretcher Thebes Bench

Vintage Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mahogany X-Stretcher Thebes Bench

By Edward Wormley

Located in Doraville, GA

A vintage "Thebes" bench designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in Berne, Indiana. The solid mahogany legs, with an x - stretcher, rests on button feet. The original fabric is most li...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Cabaça Ottoman +55design Inspired by Brazilian Sertão Symbolism
Cabaça Ottoman +55design Inspired by Brazilian Sertão Symbolism

Cabaça Ottoman +55design Inspired by Brazilian Sertão Symbolism

By Nildo José

Located in Jardim America, SP

The Cabaça Ottoman was created as the perfect companion to the Cabaça Armchair, the inaugural furniture piece by Studio NJ+, designed by Brazilian architect Nildo José. Drawing inspi...

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2010s Brazilian Footstools

Materials

Leather

Antique "Lakeside Shops" Footstool - W7978 Stickley era 50% OFF SALE
Antique "Lakeside Shops" Footstool - W7978 Stickley era 50% OFF SALE

Antique "Lakeside Shops" Footstool - W7978 Stickley era 50% OFF SALE

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

Antique "Lakeside Shops" Footstool circa 1910 - W7978 This is a very nice antique footstool made circa 1910 by "Lakeside Shops." The original upholstery is in good condition with gr...

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1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Footstools

Materials

Oak, Cotton

SMALL SiZED LIBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA BROWN LEATHER HIPPOPOTAMUS FOOTSTOOL
SMALL SiZED LIBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA BROWN LEATHER HIPPOPOTAMUS FOOTSTOOL

SMALL SiZED LIBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA BROWN LEATHER HIPPOPOTAMUS FOOTSTOOL

By Omersa, Liberty of London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime very rare and original, small sized 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa brown leather han...

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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather

In very good condition elegant red/brown chesterfield cowhide ottoman
In very good condition elegant red/brown chesterfield cowhide ottoman

In very good condition elegant red/brown chesterfield cowhide ottoman

Located in Harderwijk, NL

A cowhide footstool, also known as an ottoman, transforms your already comfortable armchair into a true relaxation paradise. With your feet resting on this ottoman, you can enjoy you...

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21st Century and Contemporary Footstools

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

MV Footstool by Madheke
MV Footstool by Madheke

MV Footstool by Madheke

Located in Gurugram, IN

The MV footstool reflects the quiet elegance of the Modern Vintage collection through its clean lines and tactile contrast. Crafted with a walnut wood cross-leg frame, it features a...

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2010s Indian Other Footstools

Materials

Metal, Brass

Limed & Oiled Oak Stool, 319, by Fritz Baumann
Limed & Oiled Oak Stool, 319, by Fritz Baumann

Limed & Oiled Oak Stool, 319, by Fritz Baumann

By Fritz Baumann

Located in Geneve, CH

Limed & Oiled Oak Stool, 319, by Fritz Baumann Handmade Dimensions: D 27 x W 60 x H 47 cm Materials: Oak Handmade from solid pieces of wood, free-cut following the natural grain, ma...

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2010s German Modern Footstools

Materials

Oak

FULLY RESTORED WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR CHESTERFIELD FOOTSTOOL HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER
FULLY RESTORED WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR CHESTERFIELD FOOTSTOOL HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER

FULLY RESTORED WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR CHESTERFIELD FOOTSTOOL HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, fully restored Antique Victorian circa 1880 custom made small footstool designed to bit betwe...

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1880s English High Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

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.