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Teakwood Low Stool
Teakwood Low Stool

Teakwood Low Stool

Located in Dallas, TX

PLEASE REQUEST ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR COLOR VARIATION This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection ...

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20th Century Organic Modern Footstools

Materials

Teak

Contemporary Footstool 'Grasso' by Stephen Burks, 65 cm
Contemporary Footstool 'Grasso' by Stephen Burks, 65 cm

Contemporary Footstool 'Grasso' by Stephen Burks, 65 cm

By BD Barcelona Design, Stephen Burks

Located in Paris, IDF

'Grasso' by Stephen Burks x Bd Barcelona Footstool: Ø36 x h.65 cm Ø14,1 x 25,6 inch Upholstery ref: Clay Leather Brown Frame: Grey An stool that pursues a visual “ultra-comfort”, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Footstools

Materials

Metal

Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Stools / Benches Attributed to Maison Jansen
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Stools / Benches Attributed to Maison Jansen

Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Stools / Benches Attributed to Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

A pair of elegant French Mid-Century Louis XVI style foot stools / ottomans / poofs or benches in the Modern Neoclassical tradition attributed to Maison Jansen, Paris. The pieces ar...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Danish Teak Stool, 1960s
Danish Teak Stool, 1960s

Danish Teak Stool, 1960s

Located in Nørre Aaby, DK

Simple and elegant teak stool from the 1960s, a fine example of classic Danish design. Upholstered in black faux leather, the piece combines clean lines with warm wood tones for a ti...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Teak

The Muffin Man (Short) in Blue Green
The Muffin Man (Short) in Blue Green

The Muffin Man (Short) in Blue Green

Located in Lower Gwynedd, PA

The Muffin Man is a handcrafted stool made in the USA from solid ash wood, designed to bring comfort and quiet character into a space. Resting on four sweetly rounded feet, it’s topp...

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2010s Footstools

Materials

Wool, Hardwood, Ash

The Muffin Man (Short) in Dusty Rose
The Muffin Man (Short) in Dusty Rose

The Muffin Man (Short) in Dusty Rose

Located in Lower Gwynedd, PA

The Muffin Man is a handcrafted stool made in the USA from solid ash wood, designed to bring comfort and quiet character into a space. Resting on four sweetly rounded feet, it’s topp...

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2010s Footstools

Materials

Wool, Hardwood, Ash

The Muffin Man (Short) in Deep Pink
The Muffin Man (Short) in Deep Pink

The Muffin Man (Short) in Deep Pink

Located in Lower Gwynedd, PA

The Muffin Man is a handcrafted stool made in the USA from solid ash wood, designed to bring comfort and quiet character into a space. Resting on four sweetly rounded feet, it’s topp...

Category

2010s Footstools

Materials

Wool, Hardwood, Ash

The Muffin Man (Short) in Dark Teal
The Muffin Man (Short) in Dark Teal

The Muffin Man (Short) in Dark Teal

Located in Lower Gwynedd, PA

The Muffin Man is a handcrafted stool made in the USA from solid ash wood, designed to bring comfort and quiet character into a space. Resting on four sweetly rounded feet, it’s topp...

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2010s Footstools

Materials

Wool, Hardwood, Ash

Davis Allen Square Chair and Ottoman by McGuire
Davis Allen Square Chair and Ottoman by McGuire

Davis Allen Square Chair and Ottoman by McGuire

By McGuire, Davis Allen

Located in Highland, IN

This strikingly handsome Davis Allen design for McGuire of San Fransisco is the model RW-12A "Square Chair" and RW-51P ottoman. It is a cube chair executed in rattan and cane wicker ...

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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Rattan

Lonna Stool, Black & Small by Made by Choice
Lonna Stool, Black & Small by Made by Choice

Lonna Stool, Black & Small by Made by Choice

Located in Geneve, CH

Lonna stool, black & small by made by choice. Dimensions: 34 x 34 x 44 cm Materials: Ash Also Available: Medium, Large, Oak, Ash, Custom color, Lonna furniture series was or...

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2010s Finnish Post-Modern Footstools

Materials

Ash

Mid-Century Italian Blue Velvet Brass Legs Footstools
Mid-Century Italian Blue Velvet Brass Legs Footstools

Mid-Century Italian Blue Velvet Brass Legs Footstools

Located in IT

Mid-century Italian blue velvet brass legs footstools Quantity Available : 2 These ottomans have been reupholstered by hand with blue velvet and re-p...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Leather Pair Turned Leg Stools, Italy, 19th Century
Leather Pair Turned Leg Stools, Italy, 19th Century

Leather Pair Turned Leg Stools, Italy, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

19th century Italian pair of leather stools. Turned walnut legs and stretcher. Decorative brass studs.

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19th Century Italian Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century French, Louis XIV Painted Stool/Bench with Lion's Paw Feet
19th Century French, Louis XIV Painted Stool/Bench with Lion's Paw Feet

19th Century French, Louis XIV Painted Stool/Bench with Lion's Paw Feet

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century French Louis XIV Painted Stool features tailored architecture and masculine adornment, plus an original painted finish that makes it more compatible with today's casual ...

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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Footstools

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Anglo-Indian Solid Ebony Footstools
Pair of Anglo-Indian Solid Ebony Footstools

Pair of Anglo-Indian Solid Ebony Footstools

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A pair of Anglo-Indian solid ebony footstools, each with two scrolling and reeded rails, cane seats and later cushions, circa 1810.

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1810s Antique Footstools

Materials

Ebony

Set of Four Slung Leather Piero Bar Stools from Costantini
Set of Four Slung Leather Piero Bar Stools from Costantini

Set of Four Slung Leather Piero Bar Stools from Costantini

By Costantini

Located in New York, NY

Costantini prides itself in using the hardest and most beautiful hardwoods in the construction of its line of seating. The Piero stool features a solid wood frame with a slung leathe...

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2010s Argentine Modern Footstools

Materials

Wood

Aperture: Ottoman in Copper by TJ Volonis
Aperture: Ottoman in Copper by TJ Volonis

Aperture: Ottoman in Copper by TJ Volonis

By TJ Volonis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Title: Aperture Year: 2013 Ottoman / footstool executed in 1/2" copper tubing with upholstered seat, inspired by the iconic arc of a camera aperture. The solid squares of the ba...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Footstools

Materials

Copper

Large Deeply Buttoned Chesterfield Leather Library Stool
Large Deeply Buttoned Chesterfield Leather Library Stool

Large Deeply Buttoned Chesterfield Leather Library Stool

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Large Deeply Buttoned Chesterfield leather Library Stool This is a good Sturdy Library Stool it has turned and fluted mahogany legs with brass caster...

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather

Mary Stool Velvet
Mary Stool Velvet

Mary Stool Velvet

$1,688 / item

Mary Stool Velvet

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Playing with dichotomies between rough materials and soft textures, cold and hot materials, round and straight shapes is what Mary stool is all about. A great accent piece that can b...

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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

Iconic Eero Aarnio Small Black Mushroom Stool
Iconic Eero Aarnio Small Black Mushroom Stool

Iconic Eero Aarnio Small Black Mushroom Stool

By Eero Aarnio

Located in New York, NY

He mushroom is one of Eero’s oldest designs and in its fibreglass form is part of the same design family that includes the ball chair, Pastil and Tomato. It can be used as a stool or...

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2010s Finnish Modern Footstools

Materials

Fiberglass

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

Aksel Large Pouf/Stool-Orange Boucle
Aksel Large Pouf/Stool-Orange Boucle

Aksel Large Pouf/Stool-Orange Boucle

Located in Medina, OH

Bring some organic modern art in the form of extra seating into any room with our Aksel Large Pouf in a performance Orange Boucle fabric. These are hand-crafted by our upholstery sh...

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2010s American Organic Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Hardwood

Indoor Lasso Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue
Indoor Lasso Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue

Indoor Lasso Ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue

By Kenneth Cobonpue

Located in Geneve, CH

Indoor lasso ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Rattan, steel. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: diameter 90 cm x height 40cm Drift away on a f...

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2010s Philippine Modern Footstools

Materials

Steel

Erik Jørgensen Grey Fabric Sofa & Footstool
Erik Jørgensen Grey Fabric Sofa & Footstool

Erik Jørgensen Grey Fabric Sofa & Footstool

By Erik Jørgensen

Located in Basildon, London

Introducing the epitome of luxury and comfort - the Grey Fabric Sofa & Footstool by renowned designer Erik Jørgensen, crafted with high quality materials. The sleek grey fabric uphol...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric

TH Brown Trend Module Lounge, Boucle
TH Brown Trend Module Lounge, Boucle

TH Brown Trend Module Lounge, Boucle

By Peter Brown (Australian)

Located in Adelaide, SA

The Trend Module lounge ( Foot stool sold separately) 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 finest Australian made 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 blend into most contemporary design styles. We are now bringing this classic contemporary 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

French Provincial Foot Stool, Leather Upholstered, Brass Studs, 1920
French Provincial Foot Stool, Leather Upholstered, Brass Studs, 1920

French Provincial Foot Stool, Leather Upholstered, Brass Studs, 1920

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French leather upholstered long foot stool A Lovely piece standing on fluted shaped legs and the 5” deep seat is upholstered in beautifully soft “M...

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Early 20th Century French Provincial Footstools

Materials

Leather

Pair X-Frame Footstools
Pair X-Frame Footstools

Pair X-Frame Footstools

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern style benches with criss-cross x-frames. Leather covered with exposed nail heads. Please confirm location.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

French Louis XVI Style Footstool Gilt Gold
French Louis XVI Style Footstool Gilt Gold

French Louis XVI Style Footstool Gilt Gold

By Massant

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Louis XVI style footstool repose pied, gilt gold Large footstool, highly decorative, can also be used as extra seating or as an ottoman instead of a coffe...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Louis XVI Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Arne Jacobsen Model 4210 Oksen Footstool
Arne Jacobsen Model 4210 Oksen Footstool

Arne Jacobsen Model 4210 Oksen Footstool

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Berkeley, CA

It took Arne Jacobsen nothing less than five years to develop the Oksen design. In contrast to many of his earlier pieces that are characterised by rounded, organic shapes, this easy...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Oak

Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Shape swivel pouf in leather
Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Shape swivel pouf in leather

Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Shape swivel pouf in leather

By Carpanelli

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

Set Wulff ATD2 Lounge Chair & Pouf ATD3, Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for &T
Set Wulff ATD2 Lounge Chair & Pouf ATD3, Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for &T

Set Wulff ATD2 Lounge Chair & Pouf ATD3, Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for &T

Located in Dubai, AE

Introducing Wulff, a lounge chair whose upholstered form pays tribute to the hand-crafted designs of the 1930's. Wulff promises superior craftsmanship and outstanding comfort with luxuriantly soft upholstery that covers its seat and backrest. Intended as a lounge chair for the living room or bedroom, its architectural shape will add a stylish statement to any interior. Pouf: Based on the signature aesthetics of the sculptural Wulff lounge chair, the Wulff pouf is handcrafted with solid walnut legs. Whether you use it as a footrest for the Wulff chair...

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21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Early 18th Century French Louis XIV/Régence Carved Oak Stool or Tabouret
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV/Régence Carved Oak Stool or Tabouret

Early 18th Century French Louis XIV/Régence Carved Oak Stool or Tabouret

Located in Berlin, DE

Early 18th Century Louis XIV/Régence Carved Oak stool or Tabouret Square and upholstered seat resting on a shaped apron with c-scrolls, leafs and central shell motifs. The four legs are carved as square balusters decorated with flower garland carving and joined by a x-shaped stretcher with curvy braces and a central square with a paterae motif. Carved oak. Upholstered with modern gobelin fabric...

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Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Footstools

Materials

Oak

ANTIQUE LATE ViCTORIAN HAND EMBROIDERED FLORAL FOOTSTOOL WITH HARDWOOD FRAME
ANTIQUE LATE ViCTORIAN HAND EMBROIDERED FLORAL FOOTSTOOL WITH HARDWOOD FRAME

ANTIQUE LATE ViCTORIAN HAND EMBROIDERED FLORAL FOOTSTOOL WITH HARDWOOD FRAME

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

All Vintage Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this original late Victorian hand Embroidered mahogany framed small footstool Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide...

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Hardwood

OLD STOCK LiBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA GREEN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL RHINOCEROS RHINO
OLD STOCK LiBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA GREEN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL RHINOCEROS RHINO

OLD STOCK LiBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA GREEN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL RHINOCEROS RHINO

By Liberty of London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime new old stock original Liberty’s London Omersa style green leather hand dyed Rhino f...

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Antiques X-Base Footstool
Antiques X-Base Footstool

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

Set of 1784 Collection Wooden Chair and Stool
Set of 1784 Collection Wooden Chair and Stool

Set of 1784 Collection Wooden Chair and Stool

Located in CDMX, MX

1784 collection wooden chair and stool made of oak or tzalam wood. Set includes one of each.

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Footstools

Materials

Oak

Vincent Sheppard Loop Footrest

Vincent Sheppard Loop Footrest

Located in Shakopee, MN

The Loop footrest is a lightweight and stylish footrest which combines perfectly with the Loop lounge chair. The powder-coated aluminum frame not onl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Footstools

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Early 20th Century Italian Gilt Gold Metal Rope Stools
Pair of Early 20th Century Italian Gilt Gold Metal Rope Stools

Pair of Early 20th Century Italian Gilt Gold Metal Rope Stools

Located in North Miami, FL

A pair of early 20th century Italian gilt gold metal rope and tassel boudoir stools with an upholstered tufted round pillow seat in Holly Hunt grey mohai...

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Early 20th Century Italian Footstools

Materials

Metal

Italian mid-century modern wooden and pink velvet footstool or pouf, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern wooden and pink velvet footstool or pouf, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern wooden and pink velvet footstool or pouf, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern wooden and pink velvet footstool or pouf, 1960s. Modern Italian footstool or pouf, in wood and pink velvet, approx. 1960. Footstool or pouf with four woode...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of stools in black lacquered wood and blue leather
Pair of stools in black lacquered wood and blue leather

Pair of stools in black lacquered wood and blue leather

By André Arbus

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of stool (footstools) full repair, new lacquered, new lining leather, and refresh metal (chrome). from France circa 1960.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Chrome

SUPER RARE GREEN EYED LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL
SUPER RARE GREEN EYED LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL

SUPER RARE GREEN EYED LiBERTY'S LONDON OMERSA LEATHER ELEPHANT FOOTSTOOL STOOL

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 1930’s Liberty’s London Omersa leather hand dyed large stool ...

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1930s North American Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather

Oversized Black and White Woven Indian Pouf
Oversized Black and White Woven Indian Pouf

Oversized Black and White Woven Indian Pouf

Located in New Orleans, LA

Very large ottoman or pouf in rustically woven wool.

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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Moorish Footstools

Materials

Wool

Antique Repurposed Wagon Wheel Hub Decorative Wooden Art Piece.
Antique Repurposed Wagon Wheel Hub Decorative Wooden Art Piece.

Antique Repurposed Wagon Wheel Hub Decorative Wooden Art Piece.

Located in Seattle, WA

Rustic Art piece with tan seat, could be used as a small stool or footrest. Rad, blue and black colored Accents. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Dimensions. 9 Dia...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wood

Anglo Indian Teak Stool
Anglo Indian Teak Stool

Anglo Indian Teak Stool

Located in Topanga, CA

A unique Anglo-Indian Teakwood Carved Table/Stool. Its original blue paint, exceptionally carved details, and weathered patina give this piece a distinct personality.

Category

19th Century Indian Antique Footstools

Materials

Teak, Paint

Italian mid century black metal blue plastic footstool or footstool, 1960s
Italian mid century black metal blue plastic footstool or footstool, 1960s

Italian mid century black metal blue plastic footstool or footstool, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid century black metal blue plastic footstool or footstool, 1960s. Mid-century Italian stool or footstool in blue woven plastic and black metal. Footrest or stool with legs ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Metal

Restored "X" Rattan Vanity Stool with Wicker Seat
Restored "X" Rattan Vanity Stool with Wicker Seat

Restored "X" Rattan Vanity Stool with Wicker Seat

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired 1970s three-stand rattan vanity stool with wicker seat features an "X" rattan base. Restored to new for you. All rattan, bamboo, and ...

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1970s American Vintage Footstools

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Antique Circa 1910 Milking Stools Which Make Lovely Small Side Tables
Pair of Antique Circa 1910 Milking Stools Which Make Lovely Small Side Tables

Pair of Antique Circa 1910 Milking Stools Which Make Lovely Small Side Tables

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime circa 1910 hand made milking stools that work well as little side tables. A very good looking and well made pair with a wonderful t...

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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Footstools

Materials

Walnut

Footrest Kori 150
Footrest Kori 150

Footrest Kori 150

$1,190 / item

Footrest Kori 150

By Kenzo Takada

Located in Cadorago, CO

This is a jacquard cube pouf, seat in blue, green, and gold tones. Each edge of the pouf is divided by thin, gold sateen piping. The different patterns on the sides of the pouf are b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Footstools

Materials

Fabric

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

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.