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20th Century Petrol Blue Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s
20th Century Petrol Blue Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

20th Century Petrol Blue Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s. Beautiful petrol blue high quality velvet upholstery (color number 14). The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing ...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric

Very Large Liberty of London Leather Rhinoceros Rhino Footstool 32 Inches Long
Very Large Liberty of London Leather Rhinoceros Rhino Footstool 32 Inches Long

Very Large Liberty of London Leather Rhinoceros Rhino Footstool 32 Inches Long

By Liberty of London

Located in Hastings, GB

A beautifully hand crafted dark leather foot stool, modelled as an Rhino, it’s head bowed and horn extended skyward, with wide and rare green glass eyes, and leather ears, it is incr...

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Early 20th Century English Country Footstools

Materials

Leather, Glass

Mid Century Yellow and Beige Stool, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Yellow and Beige Stool, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Yellow and Beige Stool, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful beige and yellow upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characterist...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid Century Style Triangle Stool in Nouvelles Vagues, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Mid Century Style Triangle Stool in Nouvelles Vagues, by Vintola Studio, Europe

Mid Century Style Triangle Stool in Nouvelles Vagues, by Vintola Studio, 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

Burgundy Vintage Stool, 1960s
Burgundy Vintage Stool, 1960s

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...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Mid Century Mustard Yellow Velvet Foot Stool, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Mustard Yellow Velvet Foot Stool, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Mustard Yellow Velvet Foot Stool, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful mustard velor upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic ...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Modern Organic Style Armchair and Foot Stool in Solid Wood, Upholstered Seating
Modern Organic Style Armchair and Foot Stool in Solid Wood, Upholstered Seating

Modern Organic Style Armchair and Foot Stool in Solid Wood, Upholstered Seating

By SIMONINI

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...

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2010s Brazilian Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood

Denim Leather Ottoman Footstool with Cabriole Legs
Denim Leather Ottoman Footstool with Cabriole Legs

Denim Leather Ottoman Footstool with Cabriole Legs

By Classic Leather 1

Located in New York, NY

Tufted leather ottoman with brass tack trim and carved cabriole, ball and claw foot legs. Manufactured by the "Classic Leather" furniture company. Clean, original, ready to use condi...

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1950s American American Classical Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood

Club Chair, by Area ID, Midcentury Design, Contemporary, Faux Leather, Made USA
Club Chair, by Area ID, Midcentury Design, Contemporary, Faux Leather, Made USA

Club Chair, by Area ID, Midcentury Design, Contemporary, Faux Leather, Made USA

By Area ID

Located in New York, NY

Reproduction of a Swedish 1950s club chair. Very comfortable. Ultra leather, (faux leather), 100 colors, very durable, 12 weeks. Contact us for color samples. The club chair is price...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Russell Stool
Russell Stool

Russell Stool

$3,950 / item

Russell Stool

By Gordon Russell

Located in Greenwich, CT

The Russell stool, a handcrafted recreation of one of Gordon Russell's earliest and most successful Cotswold School designs, crafted in white oak by Wooster and Essex having an uphol...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Footstools

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Oak

Set of Two Light Beige Stools, Europe, 1960s
Set of Two Light Beige Stools, Europe, 1960s

Set of Two Light Beige Stools, Europe, 1960s

By Rajmund Hałas

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stools from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful light beige upholstery. The stools consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic ...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Anglo Indian Profusely Carved Sewing Box Foot Stool
Anglo Indian Profusely Carved Sewing Box Foot Stool

Anglo Indian Profusely Carved Sewing Box Foot Stool

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Anglo Indian Profusely Carved Sewing Box Foot Stool A very attractive piece, with an abundance of carving to the sides, the top of the box has been reupholstered, the internal linin...

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19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique Footstools

Materials

Padouk

19th c. American Classical Foot Stool in Highly Figured Tiger Maple Circa 1830
19th c. American Classical Foot Stool in Highly Figured Tiger Maple Circa 1830

19th c. American Classical Foot Stool in Highly Figured Tiger Maple Circa 1830

Located in Litchfield, CT

Antique 19th century American Classical foot stool in highly figured tiger maple, circa 1830. Upholstered with blue plaid wool. Ogee shaped apron typical of the Classical / Empire pe...

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19th Century American American Classical Antique Footstools

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Wood

Small Chippendale Bench
Small Chippendale Bench

Small Chippendale Bench

Located in Annville, PA

The Small Chippendale Bench is a hand carved, Chippendale style bench carved from solid, kiln dried, plantation grown, mahogany and features an upholstered slip seat on cabriole legs and ball and claw feet. Beautifully finished with neutral upholstery the Niagara Furniture...

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2010s Renaissance Footstools

Materials

Mahogany

20th Century Plum Violet Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s
20th Century Plum Violet Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

20th Century Plum Violet Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s. Beautiful violet high quality velvet upholstery (color 969). The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, ...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

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Fabric

19Thc Plank Stool With Three Legs
19Thc Plank Stool With Three Legs

19Thc Plank Stool With Three Legs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Plank Seat stool with three legs similar to shaker style.This super comfortable milking stool is in great condition with a nice mellow patina.

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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Footstools

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Navy Blue Wool Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Mid-Century Navy Blue Wool Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Mid-Century Navy Blue Wool 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...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Wood

English 18th Century Stool Ebonized & Upholstered Stool
English 18th Century Stool Ebonized & Upholstered Stool

English 18th Century Stool Ebonized & Upholstered Stool

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This is an English 18th century turned wood footstool/small bench which has been ebonized (painted) black for a striking effect that gives more presence to the diminutive scale. Pres...

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18th Century English Georgian Antique Footstools

Materials

Burlap, Wood

Antique French Country Style Upholstered Footstool, C1920
Antique French Country Style Upholstered Footstool, C1920

Antique French Country Style Upholstered Footstool, C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique French Country style footstool offers upholstered seat with near-floor length fringe surround and raised on foliate carved and painted legs, C1920. Measures- 12.5''H x 21...

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Early 20th Century Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Leopard Velvet Vintage Stool, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Leopard Velvet Vintage Stool, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Leopard Velvet Vintage Stool, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful soft velvet leopard print upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, cha...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Set of Two 20th Century Mini Black Velvet Stools, 1960s
Set of Two 20th Century Mini Black Velvet Stools, 1960s

Set of Two 20th Century Mini Black Velvet Stools, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful black velvet upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic o...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet

Set of Two Blue Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Set of Two Blue Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Set of Two Blue Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stools from the turn of the 1960s. Beautiful blue high quality upholstery. The stools consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of t...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric

"Il Pezzo 1 Bench" upholstered pouf in fine leather with a gold plated base
"Il Pezzo 1 Bench" upholstered pouf in fine leather with a gold plated base

"Il Pezzo 1 Bench" upholstered pouf in fine leather with a gold plated base

By Il Pezzo Mancante

Located in Firenze, IT

An alternation of rounded shapes and geometrical lines, reassuming discipline and freedom, a composite, multiethnic plan where every element and material harmoniously contributes to ...

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2010s Italian Modern Footstools

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Louis XVI Carved Stool in Leather
Louis XVI Carved Stool in Leather

Louis XVI Carved Stool in Leather

Located in New York, NY

Louis XVI carved stool. Neoclassical Louis XVI period carved bleached white oval footstool with bead banded rim; foliate blocking above flute carved tapering legs, newly reupholstere...

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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood

Contemporary geometric brown velvet handmade Rock stool by InsidherLand
Contemporary geometric brown velvet handmade Rock stool by InsidherLand

Contemporary geometric brown velvet handmade Rock stool by InsidherLand

By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand

Located in Maia, Porto

Rock is a stool with the same form of the smaller table of the Three Rocks set. The handcrafted upholstery work in velvet involves this unique creation with irregular shapes, turning...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Funky Vintage Painted Wood Stool, Hand-Carved, Silk Upholstery, Italy
Funky Vintage Painted Wood Stool, Hand-Carved, Silk Upholstery, Italy

Funky Vintage Painted Wood Stool, Hand-Carved, Silk Upholstery, Italy

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Decorative stool made of carved wood, hand painted , newly upholster with beautiful vintage hand loom silk - organza Textile .great decorative item for any room.

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20th Century Italian Footstools

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Wood

Candalù, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta
Candalù, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta

Candalù, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

I pouf Grand Tour by Vito Nesta sono un complemento d'arredo unico, eclettico emblema del Made in Italy. Ogni pouf è composto da una parte superiore morbida, i tessuti sono un'esclus...

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2010s Italian Footstools

Materials

Velvet

Alchimia Blue by Gio Ponti, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta
Alchimia Blue by Gio Ponti, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta

Alchimia Blue by Gio Ponti, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

I pouf Grand Tour by Vito Nesta sono un complemento d'arredo unico, eclettico emblema del Made in Italy. Ogni pouf è composto da una parte superiore morbida, i tessuti sono un'esclus...

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2010s Italian Footstools

Materials

Velvet

Spring in Rome, Contemporary Printed Velvet and Black Strew Pouf by Vito Nesta
Spring in Rome, Contemporary Printed Velvet and Black Strew Pouf by Vito Nesta

Spring in Rome, Contemporary Printed Velvet and Black Strew Pouf by Vito Nesta

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

I pouf Grand Tour by Vito Nesta sono un complemento d'arredo unico, eclettico emblema del Made in Italy. Ogni pouf è composto da una parte superiore morbida, in velluto stampato in p...

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2010s Italian Footstools

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Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Bronze Velvet Ottoman with Conical Ebonized Walnut Legs
Mid-Century Modern Bronze Velvet Ottoman with Conical Ebonized Walnut Legs

Mid-Century Modern Bronze Velvet Ottoman with Conical Ebonized Walnut Legs

Located in New York, NY

This elegant and sophisticated Mid-Century Modern ottoman was realized in the United States, circa 1960. It ottoman offers a rectangular form with piping detailing on the perimeter o...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Alchimia Bronze by Gio Ponti, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta
Alchimia Bronze by Gio Ponti, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta

Alchimia Bronze by Gio Ponti, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

I pouf Grand Tour by Vito Nesta sono un complemento d'arredo unico, eclettico emblema del Made in Italy. Ogni pouf è composto da una parte superiore morbida, i tessuti sono un'esclus...

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2010s Italian Footstools

Materials

Velvet

Victorian Mahogany and Tapestry and Velvet Upholstered Footstool
Victorian Mahogany and Tapestry and Velvet Upholstered Footstool

Victorian Mahogany and Tapestry and Velvet Upholstered Footstool

Located in Germantown, MD

A Victorian Style Mahogany and Tapestry and Velvet Upholstered Footstool in great condition. Navy velvet Upholstered on the side and Tapestry top Upholstered.

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Footstools

Materials

Tapestry, Velvet, Mahogany

Contemporary geometric grey velvet handmade Rock stool by InsidherLand
Contemporary geometric grey velvet handmade Rock stool by InsidherLand

Contemporary geometric grey velvet handmade Rock stool by InsidherLand

By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand

Located in Maia, Porto

Rock is a stool with the same form of the smaller table of the Three Rocks set. The handcrafted upholstery work in velvet involves this unique creation with irregular shapes, turning...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Pantalon, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta
Pantalon, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta

Pantalon, Contemporary Pouf Footstools by Vito Nesta

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

I pouf Grand Tour by Vito Nesta sono un complemento d'arredo unico, eclettico emblema del Made in Italy. Ogni pouf è composto da una parte superiore morbida, i tessuti sono un'esclus...

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2010s Italian Footstools

Materials

Velvet

Mid-Century Danish Modern Woven Rush Ropecord Ottoman Footstool, Accent Seat
Mid-Century Danish Modern Woven Rush Ropecord Ottoman Footstool, Accent Seat

Mid-Century Danish Modern Woven Rush Ropecord Ottoman Footstool, Accent Seat

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Basel, BS

Beautiful, original Danish Modern 1960s Ottoman made with solid wood and ropecord / Rush seating, gorgeously woven. Will be shipped promptly, insured, in 7-10 business days. heigh...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Rush, Rope, Wood

Mid-Century Modern cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II stool by InsidherLand
Mid-Century Modern cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II stool by InsidherLand

Mid-Century Modern cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II stool by InsidherLand

By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand

Located in Maia, Porto

The Niemeyer II stool is a curvy seating, designed to complement the rounded shapes of the Niemeyer II armchair. Named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer, the rounded flowi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Norwegian footstool 1950s-60s
Norwegian footstool 1950s-60s

Norwegian footstool 1950s-60s

Located in Brescia, IT

Norwegian 1950s-60s teak footstool with cream leather upholstered seat. Norwegian footstool from the 1950s-60s, featuring a teak frame with clean, well-proportioned lines. The desig...

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1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

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Teak

Set of Three "Contempo" Ottomans, Benches, Footrests, Poufs
Set of Three "Contempo" Ottomans, Benches, Footrests, Poufs

Set of Three "Contempo" Ottomans, Benches, Footrests, Poufs

By Contempo

Located in New York, NY

Three ottomans selling either as a lot, or individually, priced individually. These will need to be reupholstered as the foam cushions have become hardened. Square chrome legs, uphol...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

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Chrome

Vintage Adam Style Leather Foot Stools, Tan Upholstery, 1900 Pair
Vintage Adam Style Leather Foot Stools, Tan Upholstery, 1900 Pair

Vintage Adam Style Leather Foot Stools, Tan Upholstery, 1900 Pair

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Set of Two Sturdy Leather Library Foot Stools This very attractive vintage duo are upholstered in very soft tan studded leather and have short legs A Lovely pair, the stools are...

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Early 1900s Adam Style Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Footstool in Red Wool, ca 1960s
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Footstool in Red Wool, ca 1960s

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Footstool in Red Wool, ca 1960s

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Cathedral City, CA

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Footstool in Red Wool, ca 1960s This is a hard-to-find original footstool that was designed to accompany the iconic Egg Chair, design by Arne Jaco...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Aluminum, Wrought Iron

French Industrial Stool, 1950s
French Industrial Stool, 1950s

French Industrial Stool, 1950s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Tripod wooden stool, made in France, circa 1950s. Thick wood seat with three rounded metal legs. Great lines and shape. Petite stool with a lot of ...

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1950s French Vintage Footstools

Materials

Metal

Whole Stool Minimalist Sculpture in Milled Anodized Aluminium by Jonathan Nesci
Whole Stool Minimalist Sculpture in Milled Anodized Aluminium by Jonathan Nesci

Whole Stool Minimalist Sculpture in Milled Anodized Aluminium by Jonathan Nesci

By Jonathan Nesci

Located in Columbus, IN

Designed by Jonathan Nesci, whole stool is a sculptural seat made as an exercise in local production. Fabricated exclusively using material and knowledge from modernist-cradle Columb...

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2010s American Minimalist Footstools

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Aluminum

Black Upholstered Leather Pouf with Gold Finish Brass Legs, Made in Italy
Black Upholstered Leather Pouf with Gold Finish Brass Legs, Made in Italy

Black Upholstered Leather Pouf with Gold Finish Brass Legs, Made in Italy

By Il Pezzo Mancante

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (1.8) This black leather pouf is finely upholstered with black high-quality leather with an ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Carved and Fluted Empire Style Foot Stool
Carved and Fluted Empire Style Foot Stool

Carved and Fluted Empire Style Foot Stool

Located in Bronx, NY

Carved and fluted Empire style foot stool ready for finish and upholstery. Finish an upholstery quotes are available on request.

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1970s Unknown Vintage Footstools

PK33 stool designed by Poul Khaerholm for Kold Christensen, Denmark
PK33 stool designed by Poul Khaerholm for Kold Christensen, Denmark

PK33 stool designed by Poul Khaerholm for Kold Christensen, Denmark

By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

very important and rare PK33 stool designed by Poul Kjaerholm in red-brown leather. Manufactured by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, ca 1960ies, with makers emblem. The designs of th...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Kilim Upholstered Stool on Reeded Nineteenth Century Legs
Kilim Upholstered Stool on Reeded Nineteenth Century Legs

Kilim Upholstered Stool on Reeded Nineteenth Century Legs

Located in London, England

An upholstered stool with mid nineteenth century mahogany reeded and tapered legs covered in a vibrant tri-coloured striped Turkish Kilim.

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Mid-19th Century British Other Antique Footstools

Materials

Natural Fiber, Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Stool
19th Century Mahogany Stool

19th Century Mahogany Stool

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A very good quality mid-19th century mahogany stool, of diminutive proportions, having attractive needlework drop in seat to frame with elegant carved decoration, raised on cabriole ...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Mahogany

Continental Louis XV Style Beaded Giltwood Footstool
Continental Louis XV Style Beaded Giltwood Footstool

Continental Louis XV Style Beaded Giltwood Footstool

Located in Houston, TX

Continental Louis XV Style Beaded giltwood footstool. Lovely Continental Louis XV style hand beaded gilt wood footstool or tuffet. This beautiful gilt footstool is in great conditio...

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Early 1900s European Louis XV Antique Footstools

Materials

Giltwood, Beads

1930s Mahogany Upholstered Large FootStool
1930s Mahogany Upholstered Large FootStool

1930s Mahogany Upholstered Large FootStool

Located in Germantown, MD

A charming 1930s vintage mahogany upholstered footstool. Measures 20" in width, 16" in depth and stands 14" tall. Good vintage condition.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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.