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Pair of French Steel and Brass Footstools with Custom Linen Upholstery
Pair of French Steel and Brass Footstools with Custom Linen Upholstery

Pair of French Steel and Brass Footstools with Custom Linen Upholstery

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French steel and bass footstools with custom linen upholstery. This exquisite pair of French footstools combines the elegance of steel and brass with the comfort of custom ...

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20th Century French Footstools

Materials

Brass, Steel

LOVELY LIBERTY's LONDON OMERSA BROWN LEATHER HIPPOPOTAMUS FOOTSTOOL HIPPO
LOVELY LIBERTY's LONDON OMERSA BROWN LEATHER HIPPOPOTAMUS FOOTSTOOL HIPPO

LOVELY LIBERTY's LONDON OMERSA BROWN LEATHER HIPPOPOTAMUS FOOTSTOOL HIPPO

By 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, 1920’s Liberty’s London brown leather hand dyed Hippo stool ...

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1920s Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather

Dooq Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman with Dijon Velvet, Silk Fringes La Folie
Dooq Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman with Dijon Velvet, Silk Fringes La Folie

Dooq Mid-Century Modern Pouf Ottoman with Dijon Velvet, 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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Antique 1920s Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Stool Side Table Plant Sculpture Stand
Antique 1920s Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Stool Side Table Plant Sculpture Stand

Antique 1920s Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Stool Side Table Plant Sculpture Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

A Mission oak stool, table or stand. Made from oak with jointed legs. Given as a gift in 1929. Dimensions: 12.5" x 13" x 11.5"h

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1920s American Mission Vintage Footstools

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Scarabeo Blue Velvet Dedar Triangle Stool, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century Scarabeo Blue Velvet Dedar Triangle Stool, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century Scarabeo Blue Velvet Dedar Triangle Stool, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful velour upholstery in blue color. About the fabric: A jacquard velvet with a minute geometric motif traces a refined and iconi...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Black and White Geometric Footstool, Italy, 1950
Mid-Century Black and White Geometric Footstool, Italy, 1950

Mid-Century Black and White Geometric Footstool, Italy, 1950

Located in Madrid, ES

Elegant Italian footstool from the 1950s, upholstered in white fabric with a striking black geometric pattern. The piece features an oval cushioned seat supported by metal legs with ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Metal

Organic Modern Turned Wood and Rope Footstool in the Style of Charlotte Perriand
Organic Modern Turned Wood and Rope Footstool in the Style of Charlotte Perriand

Organic Modern Turned Wood and Rope Footstool in the Style of Charlotte Perriand

Organic Modern Turned Wood and Rope Footstool in the Style of Charlotte Perriand A charming turned wood and handwoven natural fiber rope footstool, rooted in the organic modern trad...

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1970s French Organic Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Rope, Organic Material, Wood

Bamboo Ottoman or Pouf
Bamboo Ottoman or Pouf

Bamboo Ottoman or Pouf

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in New York, NY

Nice circular bamboo footrest, ottoman. Comes with upholstered pad top, in black fabric. Measures: Diameter at top 19" x diameter at bottom 16".

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo

Madsen & Schubell Pragh Stool / Ottoman, Denmark, 1950s
Madsen & Schubell Pragh Stool / Ottoman, Denmark, 1950s

Madsen & Schubell Pragh Stool / Ottoman, Denmark, 1950s

By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A wonderful, original Pragh footstool by Ib Madsen & Acton Schubell, Denmark 1950s. Newly upholstered in a premium bespoke pure Alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Alpaca, Beech

ANTIQUE VICTORiAN HARDWOOD FRAMED SALMON VELOUR CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOL
ANTIQUE VICTORiAN HARDWOOD FRAMED SALMON VELOUR CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOL

ANTIQUE VICTORiAN HARDWOOD FRAMED SALMON VELOUR CHESTERFIELD TUFTED FOOTSTOOL

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand made in England Mahogany framed Salmon coloured Velour Chesterfield tufted footstoo...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Rare Renzo Zavanella Slipper Chairs and Ottoman in Walnut and Bouclé, 1950
Rare Renzo Zavanella Slipper Chairs and Ottoman in Walnut and Bouclé, 1950

Rare Renzo Zavanella Slipper Chairs and Ottoman in Walnut and Bouclé, 1950

By Renzo Zavanella

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Rare Renzo Zavanella Slipper Chairs and Ottoman in Walnut and Bouclé, 1950 Very rare set of three pieces composed of two low slipper chairs and one ottoman or footstool. Designed by...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Style Camel Boucle Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Mid-Century Style Camel Boucle Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola Studio, Europe

Mid-Century Style Camel Boucle Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola Studio, Europe

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stools inspired by 60s style. Beautiful boucle upholstery in light cream white color. 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.

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Set of Two White and Aqua Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Set of Two White and Aqua Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Set of Two White and Aqua Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

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

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric

1930's Swedish Modern tabouret
1930's Swedish Modern tabouret

1930's Swedish Modern tabouret

Located in New York, NY

1930's Swedish Modern tabouret attributed to Otto Schulz for Boet. Designed with the typical soft and elegant curves of the Swedish Modern era. Currently upholstered in faux leather ...

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

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

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

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...

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2010s European Footstools

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Midcentury White and Blue Linen Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Pair of Midcentury White and Blue Linen Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Pair of Midcentury White and Blue Linen Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stools from the turn of the 1960s. Beautiful white and blue high quality linen upholstery. The stools 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

Fabric, Wood, Beech

Miguel Fisac Stool
Miguel Fisac Stool

Miguel Fisac Stool

$4,295 / set

Miguel Fisac Stool

Located in Barcelona, ES

This stool, designed by the visionary Spanish architect Miguel Fisac, is much more than a simple seat: it is a unique and rare piece that combines history, design, and functionality....

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1960s Vintage Footstools

Materials

Brass, Steel

Eros Bench in Solid Walnut with Gray Fur - Custom Sizes Available
Eros Bench in Solid Walnut with Gray Fur - Custom Sizes Available

Eros Bench in Solid Walnut with Gray Fur - Custom Sizes Available

Located in Ballard, CA

Reminiscent of the classical Greek period, the Eros bench features typical piano bench dimensions. It is crafted in solid walnut with traditional joinery, hand carved feet and escutc...

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2010s American Footstools

Materials

Fur, Wood

PAIR OF VERSACE ITALY 2003 ILIAN RACHOV DESiGNED OTTOMAN FOOTSTOOLS
PAIR OF VERSACE ITALY 2003 ILIAN RACHOV DESiGNED OTTOMAN FOOTSTOOLS

PAIR OF VERSACE ITALY 2003 ILIAN RACHOV DESiGNED OTTOMAN FOOTSTOOLS

By Versace Home Collection

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this extremely well made pair of Ilian Rachov Designed for Versace Italy Footstools which are part of a huge...

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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Chrome

Modern Organic Style Collana Armchair in Solid Wood, Leather Flexible Seating
Modern Organic Style Collana Armchair in Solid Wood, Leather Flexible Seating

Modern Organic Style Collana Armchair in Solid Wood, Leather Flexible 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

Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian
Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian

Antique Footstool, English, Walnut, Textile, Bedroom, Lounge Stool, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique footstool. An English, walnut and textile bedroom or lounge stool, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Charming Victorian example with great colour...

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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Yngve Ekström Fortino Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Original Sunflower  by Swedese
Yngve Ekström Fortino Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Original Sunflower  by Swedese

Yngve Ekström Fortino Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Original Sunflower by Swedese

By Yngve Ekström, Swedese

Located in Bochum, NRW

Original Sunflower Yellow Corduroy by Swedese, Sweden, 1960s A stunning example of Scandinavian design, this Fortino Lounge Chair with Ottoman by celebrated designer Yngve Ekström fo...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Beech, Tapestry

Chinoiserie Damask Upholstered Footstool in Cranberry Silk Iris Apfel Collection
Chinoiserie Damask Upholstered Footstool in Cranberry Silk Iris Apfel Collection

Chinoiserie Damask Upholstered Footstool in Cranberry Silk Iris Apfel Collection

By Stark

Located in Morristown, NJ

A compact upholstered footstool covered in richly colored cranberry damask woven with a chinoiserie landscape motif featuring figures, pagodas, and stylized foliage. The tonal weave ...

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1940s French Chinoiserie Vintage Footstools

Materials

Damask, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Braid

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

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

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stools from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful velour upholstery in red color. The stools consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, charact...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Glossy Purple Velvet Stool, Europe, 1960s
Mid-Century Glossy Purple Velvet Stool, Europe, 1960s

Mid-Century Glossy Purple Velvet Stool, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful glossy purple color velvet upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. We can prepare this stool also in another color of fabric...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid Century Modern Red Crocodile Embossed Leather X Bench Footstool
Mid Century Modern Red Crocodile Embossed Leather X Bench Footstool

Mid Century Modern Red Crocodile Embossed Leather X Bench Footstool

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Mid Century Modern Red Crocodile Embossed Leather X Bench Footstool.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Midcentury Footstools, 1960s
Pair of Midcentury Footstools, 1960s

Pair of Midcentury Footstools, 1960s

$456Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Midcentury Footstools, 1960s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of fabric, wood The fabric shows signs of use Good original condition.

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Deco Fabric Lined Wooden Stool, France ca 1940s
Art Deco Fabric Lined Wooden Stool, France ca 1940s

Art Deco Fabric Lined Wooden Stool, France ca 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Art Deco furniture is a great way to add drama and sophistication to any room. It’s a style often used to add a modern yet timeless touch to living rooms and bedrooms. Whether you lo...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Mid Century Yellow and Beige Stools, Europe, 1960s
Set of Two Mid Century Yellow and Beige Stools, Europe, 1960s

Set of Two Mid Century Yellow and Beige Stools, 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

Modern Italian pouf or footstool padded and covered in gray fabric, 1980s
Modern Italian pouf or footstool padded and covered in gray fabric, 1980s

Modern Italian pouf or footstool padded and covered in gray fabric, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Pouf or footstool, Italian and modern, padded and covered in original gray fabric, 1980. Pouf with internal wooden structure, padded and covered with its original gray fabric. 1980 a...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Midcentury Petrol Blue Velvet Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Pair of Midcentury Petrol Blue Velvet Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Pair of Midcentury Petrol Blue Velvet Vintage Stools, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stools from the turn of the 1960s. Beautiful petrol blue high quality upholstery. The stools 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

Fabric, Wood, Beech

Set of 2 White EMSA Stool, Germany, 1960s
Set of 2 White EMSA Stool, Germany, 1960s

Set of 2 White EMSA Stool, Germany, 1960s

By Emsa Germany

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Space Age style plastic stool was made in Germany by EMSA around the 1960s-1970s. The futuristic shape is tapered and aerodynamic, with a tulip foot and an off-white color. This orig...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Plastic

A Pair Of French Green Velvet And Brass Mid Century Foot stools
A Pair Of French Green Velvet And Brass Mid Century Foot stools

A Pair Of French Green Velvet And Brass Mid Century Foot stools

Located in London, GB

A very smart pair of green velvet footstools from the mid 20th century. Rectangular with tapering legs, brass sabots, brass studs and gold braid trim. Original covering still in ver...

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Mid-20th Century French Footstools

Materials

Brass

Round Fur Ottoman, Mongolian Sheepskin Pouf
Round Fur Ottoman, Mongolian Sheepskin Pouf

Round Fur Ottoman, Mongolian Sheepskin Pouf

By Emily Barbara

Located in Dural, AU

This round fur ottoman will be the wow factor that your decor needs. The snow white Mongolian fur ottoman will look and feel super lush in any in...

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2010s Australian Hollywood Regency Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin

Mid-Century Scandanavian Modern Footstool Ottoman Orange Faux Leather & Oak 1970
Mid-Century Scandanavian Modern Footstool Ottoman Orange Faux Leather & Oak 1970

Mid-Century Scandanavian Modern Footstool Ottoman Orange Faux Leather & Oak 1970

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic mid century Scandanavian Modern footstool in high quality orange naugahyde from the early 1970s. Oak base with finger joinery dovetailing. In excellent vintage condition wi...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Naugahyde, Oak

Single Stool Attributed to Andre Arbus
Single Stool Attributed to Andre Arbus

Single Stool Attributed to Andre Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful small stool in sycamore wood. Newly upholstered in brown leather. Attributed to Andre Arbus.

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1940s French Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wood, Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5002 Mid Century Thebes Mahogany Stools - Pair
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5002 Mid Century Thebes Mahogany Stools - Pair

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5002 Mid Century Thebes Mahogany Stools - Pair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5002 Mid Century Thebes Mahogany Stools - Pair Each stool measures: 23 wide x 23 deep x 17 high Great Vintage Condition - Legs have Minor Scratches/...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique Camel Saddle, Hand-Carved Wood & Brass, Moroccan, 19th Century
Antique Camel Saddle, Hand-Carved Wood & Brass, Moroccan, 19th Century

Antique Camel Saddle, Hand-Carved Wood & Brass, Moroccan, 19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is an exceptional example of a tribal ceremonial camel saddle, likely originating from North Africa or the Middle East, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. The saddle...

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19th Century Moroccan Antique Footstools

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Decorated Footstool With Queen Anne Legs
Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Decorated Footstool With Queen Anne Legs

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Decorated Footstool With Queen Anne Legs

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Early 19th century English footstool decorated in the chinoiserie style with detailed gilt and polychrome figures, floral sprays, and geometric motifs on a black lacquer ground. Rais...

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Early 19th Century British Queen Anne Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

LARGE RESTORED 1880 ANTIQUE HOWARD & SON'S CHESTERFiELD BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL
LARGE RESTORED 1880 ANTIQUE HOWARD & SON'S CHESTERFiELD BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL

LARGE RESTORED 1880 ANTIQUE HOWARD & SON'S CHESTERFiELD BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL

By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, large, Circa 1880's Hand carved Mahogany, fully restored Chesterfield brown Leath...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Contemporary geometric fern green bouclé handmade Rock ottoman by InsidherLand
Contemporary geometric fern green bouclé handmade Rock ottoman by InsidherLand

Contemporary geometric fern green bouclé handmade Rock ottoman 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 bouclé involves this unique creation with irregular shapes, turning...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Wood

Mid Century Orange Melange Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Mid Century Orange Melange Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Mid Century Orange Melange Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s. Beautiful bright orange high quality melange upholstery. The stools 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

Fabric

Mid-Century Style Burgundy Velvet Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola, Europe
Mid-Century Style Burgundy Velvet Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola, Europe

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...

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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Scandinavian Footstool 1960-1970
Scandinavian Footstool 1960-1970

Scandinavian Footstool 1960-1970

$318Sale Price|55% Off

Scandinavian Footstool 1960-1970

Located in Herentals, BE

The wooden footstool has a new upholstery of a high-quality yellow woven fabric.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Needlepoint Tapestry, Wool on Cotton, Floral Motifs, 1960s
Vintage Needlepoint Tapestry, Wool on Cotton, Floral Motifs, 1960s

Vintage Needlepoint Tapestry, Wool on Cotton, Floral Motifs, 1960s

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Exceptional needlepoint made of wool and cotton, combinations of needlepoint and vivid petit point work, beautiful basket of flowers and flowers and vines motifs all around, the needle point is stamped by “needlepoint hallmark”. Could be used for upholstery, or as framed wall tapestry.

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1960s American Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wool

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

Midcentury Blue Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s
Midcentury Blue Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Midcentury Blue Vintage Stool, Edmund Homa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

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

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric

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.