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Antique Victorian or Edwardian Style Sturdy Hardwood Footstool with Fringe
Antique Victorian or Edwardian Style Sturdy Hardwood Footstool with Fringe

Antique Victorian or Edwardian Style Sturdy Hardwood Footstool with Fringe

Located in Lomita, CA

Antique Upholstered Footstool with Fringe on Turned Legs This antique upholstered footstool dates to the late 19th to early 20th century and reflects late Victorian to early Edwardi...

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Footstools

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Hardwood

18th Century French Louis XV Period Mahogany Hand Carved Foot Stool or Dog Stool
18th Century French Louis XV Period Mahogany Hand Carved Foot Stool or Dog Stool

18th Century French Louis XV Period Mahogany Hand Carved Foot Stool or Dog Stool

Located in Sofia, BG

18th Century French Louis XV period mahogany hand carved foot stool or dog stool in very good authentic condition still wearing original velvet upholstery in...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Franck Evennou, Pouf Trèfle, Set of 3 Ottomans, Bronze, France, 2020
Franck Evennou, Pouf Trèfle, Set of 3 Ottomans, Bronze, France, 2020

Franck Evennou, Pouf Trèfle, Set of 3 Ottomans, Bronze, France, 2020

By Franck Evennou

Located in New York, NY

Franck Evennou has a poetic language inspired by nature, and by all subjects that carry the residue of their pasts. His works, particularly in bronze, possess a powerful nostalgic quality, capturing in sculptural permanence the ephemeral beauty of a faint memory or a story half-forgotten. An aesthetic bridge between Evennou's earlier work and his newer pieces in bronze, this set of three conjoining ottomans, set upon triangular feet...

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2010s French Footstools

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Floating Bench by Jens Risom, 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century rectangular floating bench with an off-white Shou-patterned fabric upholstered seat resting on a wooden floating frame base. (JENS RISOM).  

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Rattan Stool, 1960's
Mid-Century Rattan Stool, 1960's

Mid-Century Rattan Stool, 1960's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia. Made of rattan. Cleared. Good original condition.

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Rattan

Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench
Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench

Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior with this stunning Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window Bench. Inspired by the refined aesthetics of...

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1960s Unknown Directoire Vintage Footstools

Materials

Walnut

French Art Deco Jean-Pierre Laporte Design Tubular Circle Stool or Table
French Art Deco Jean-Pierre Laporte Design Tubular Circle Stool or Table

French Art Deco Jean-Pierre Laporte Design Tubular Circle Stool or Table

By Jean-Pierre Laporte

Located in Las Vegas, NV

6 seamless tubular steel circles make up this stool/table attributed to Jean-Pierre Laporte. Seating top fits into any circle. Naugahyde cushion on one side and faux wood grain to...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Steel

American Studio Craft Pair of Sculpted Walnut Stools, 1971, Signed
American Studio Craft Pair of Sculpted Walnut Stools, 1971, Signed

American Studio Craft Pair of Sculpted Walnut Stools, 1971, Signed

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A sculptural pair of American Studio Craft footstools in walnut with removable cushions by San Francisco-based woodworker, Michael Bock. One foot on each example is squared off so th...

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1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of 2 Wulff Lounge Chairs & 2 Poufs in Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for &T
Set of 2 Wulff Lounge Chairs & 2 Poufs in Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for &T

Set of 2 Wulff Lounge Chairs & 2 Poufs in Sheepskin Moonlight & Oak for &T

By &Tradition

Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate

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 l...

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21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Contemporary geometric ivory velvet handmade Rock ottoman by InsidherLand
Contemporary geometric ivory velvet handmade Rock ottoman by InsidherLand

Contemporary geometric ivory velvet handmade Rock ottoman by InsidherLand

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

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

Italian Horn and Upholstered Footstool, Last Quarter 19th Century
Italian Horn and Upholstered Footstool, Last Quarter 19th Century

Italian Horn and Upholstered Footstool, Last Quarter 19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

having an upholstered seat and skirt trimmed in nailheads and raised on four splayed cow horns

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1880s Italian Antique Footstools

Materials

Horn

18th Century George II Irish mahogany stool
18th Century George II Irish mahogany stool

18th Century George II Irish mahogany stool

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th Century George II Irish mahogany stool of rectangular form, the stuff over upholstered and studded seat raised over ornately carved apron with centred grotesque masque flanked w...

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18th Century Irish George III Antique Footstools

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Mahogany

Antique Arts & Crafts Footstool, Stickley Era, Wood, 1900, Good Shape w7340
Antique Arts & Crafts Footstool, Stickley Era, Wood, 1900, Good Shape w7340

Antique Arts & Crafts Footstool, Stickley Era, Wood, 1900, Good Shape w7340

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

Antique Arts & Crafts Stand "STICKLEY ERA". Shipping: Between $90-$190 depending on your location. Price: $790 willing to negotiate Item number: W7340 SIZE 18 IN HIGH TOP 18X...

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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Footstools

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Oak

Custom Devon Shop Regency Crossed Swords Ottoman
Custom Devon Shop Regency Crossed Swords Ottoman

Custom Devon Shop Regency Crossed Swords Ottoman

Located in Bridgeport, CT

By Devon Shops, New York. A rectangular bench in the form of carved crossed swords front and back. Each sword is carved and silvered wood with ribbed gilt ...

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20th Century American Regency Footstools

Materials

Wood

A Pair of Dunbar Thebes Stools In Jack Lenor Larsen Samarkand Velvet
A Pair of Dunbar Thebes Stools In Jack Lenor Larsen Samarkand Velvet

A Pair of Dunbar Thebes Stools In Jack Lenor Larsen Samarkand Velvet

By Edward Wormley

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Here is a pair of Edward Wormley designed "Thebes" stools for Dunbar. The mahogany frames are in clear lacquer & the cushions are newly upholstered in vintage "Samarkand" velvet desi...

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1950s Vintage Footstools

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Mahogany

Susan Osbourne Gainsborough Footstool in Green Linen, Howard Style
Susan Osbourne Gainsborough Footstool in Green Linen, Howard Style

Susan Osbourne Gainsborough Footstool in Green Linen, Howard Style

By Howard & Sons Ltd

Located in London, GB

A contemporary footstool inspired by the Howard & Sons Bridgewater model, upholstered in green linen to pair with the matching armchair. The beech wood frame, hand tied coil spr...

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2010s British Regency Footstools

Materials

Brass

Small Grey-Painted Footstool, 19th Century
Small Grey-Painted Footstool, 19th Century

Small Grey-Painted Footstool, 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Small decorative footstool on turned baluster legs with a rectangular molded frame. Newly upholstered and covered in a black striped fabric. The light grey paint finish is newly appl...

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19th Century German Antique Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Victorian Walnut Figural Lion Female Face Needlepoint Footstool Ottoman
Antique Victorian Walnut Figural Lion Female Face Needlepoint Footstool Ottoman

Antique Victorian Walnut Figural Lion Female Face Needlepoint Footstool Ottoman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Walnut Figural Lion & Female Face Needlepoint Footstool Ottoman. Item features a floral needlepoint seat, 2 lion faces, 2 female maiden faces, solid wood constructi...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Footstools

Materials

Mahogany

Natural Oak DOM Stool by Marcos Zanuso Jr
Natural Oak DOM Stool by Marcos Zanuso Jr

Natural Oak DOM Stool by Marcos Zanuso Jr

Located in Geneve, CH

Natural oak DOM stool by Marcos Zanuso Jr Materials: Low stool, structure, and seat in solid oak, natural varnished or black stained. Technique: Lacquered metal. Natural or stained w...

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2010s French Modern Footstools

Materials

Oak

Tulipan Ottoman in Black Leather
Tulipan Ottoman in Black Leather

Tulipan Ottoman in Black Leather

By Jose Gomez

Located in Saint Louis, US

The Tulip ottoman in fiery red leather is a modern take on a beloved classic. With its metal frame and solid black leather cushion top it is the perfect accent piece.

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2010s American Modern Footstools

Materials

Metal

Upholstered Footstool IDA in Fabric, Lacquer wood & Cast Bronze Base, COM option
Upholstered Footstool IDA in Fabric, Lacquer wood & Cast Bronze Base, COM option

Upholstered Footstool IDA in Fabric, Lacquer wood & Cast Bronze Base, COM option

By Duistt

Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT

Ida Footstool, in Cast Bronze Details, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt The Ida footstool, crafted with great attention to detail, is part of a luxurious collection set of two upho...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bronze

French Wooden Tripod Stool
French Wooden Tripod Stool

French Wooden Tripod Stool

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage wooden stool made in France, circa 1950s. Thick seat and tripod legs with ribs that taper near the bottom. No nails or hardware. Great lin...

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1950s French Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wood

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

Egyptian Revival Maple Thebes Stool, Liberty & Co.
Egyptian Revival Maple Thebes Stool, Liberty & Co.

Egyptian Revival Maple Thebes Stool, Liberty & Co.

By Liberty & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early 20th century, Egyptian Revival, medium-toned maple, Thebes stool styled after the stools of ancient Egyptian royalty, attributed to Liberty & Co.

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Early 20th Century English Egyptian Revival Footstools

Materials

Maple

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

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

Exceptional and Rare 19th Century Irish X Framed Stool
Exceptional and Rare 19th Century Irish X Framed Stool

Exceptional and Rare 19th Century Irish X Framed Stool

Located in Dublin, IE

An exceptional and rare 19th century Irish oak stool, with beautifully rich patination and grain. The padded brass studded seat is of rectangular form ...

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19th Century Irish Antique Footstools

Materials

Brass

Contemporary geometric black velvet handmade Rock ottoman by InsidherLand
Contemporary geometric black velvet handmade Rock ottoman by InsidherLand

Contemporary geometric black velvet handmade Rock ottoman by InsidherLand

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

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

19th Century English Oak Footstool with Leather Seat and Turned Legs
19th Century English Oak Footstool with Leather Seat and Turned Legs

19th Century English Oak Footstool with Leather Seat and Turned Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English oak footstool from the 19th century with leather seat and turned legs. This English oak stool from the 19th century boasts a charming rustic appeal with its worn leather s...

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19th Century English Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather, Oak

French 19th Century Louis XIII Solid Walnut Footstool
French 19th Century Louis XIII Solid Walnut Footstool

French 19th Century Louis XIII Solid Walnut Footstool

Located in Carmine, TX

A beautiful French 19th-century Louis XIII solid walnut footstool, featuring a richly carved and turned walnut frame with distinctive baluster legs. The upholstered top is finished w...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1950s Burnt Tortoise Bamboo Foldable Footstool
1950s Burnt Tortoise Bamboo Foldable Footstool

1950s Burnt Tortoise Bamboo Foldable Footstool

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a stunning stool, circa the 1950s. This piece is crafted from bamboo, a lightweight and sustainable material, its appeal is enhanced by a burnt tortoise finish, giving it a distinct look. The burned bamboo...

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1950s English Bohemian Vintage Footstools

Materials

Bamboo

Upholstered Bench with Brown Horsehair Seat with Mahogany Frame and Tapered Legs
Upholstered Bench with Brown Horsehair Seat with Mahogany Frame and Tapered Legs

Upholstered Bench with Brown Horsehair Seat with Mahogany Frame and Tapered Legs

By LF Upholstery

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Denton bench made by LF Upholstery is shown with brown and taupe patterned horsehair with soft foam padding. It has a hand carved mahogany wood and finished frame with tapered legs - it is shown without trim but can be made custom with choice of pewter or French Natural nailheads or gimp trim...

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2010s American American Classical Footstools

Materials

Mahogany

DOOQ Organic Modern Powder Pouf Malibu in Rich Cotton Velvet
DOOQ Organic Modern Powder Pouf Malibu in Rich Cotton Velvet

DOOQ Organic Modern Powder Pouf Malibu in Rich Cotton Velvet

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Like a warm embrace, Malibu Lounge armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the golden age of midcentury design and organic architecture, it radiates thr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Silk, 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

Pair of Victorian Floral Needlepoint Upholstered Walnut Footstools
Pair of Victorian Floral Needlepoint Upholstered Walnut Footstools

Pair of Victorian Floral Needlepoint Upholstered Walnut Footstools

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Victorian Floral Needlepoint Upholstered Walnut Footstools. 20" W x 19.5" D. Provenance: From a Connecticut Estate.

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Walnut

Edwardian Needlepoint Footstool with Mahogany Base, Early 20th Century
Edwardian Needlepoint Footstool with Mahogany Base, Early 20th Century

Edwardian Needlepoint Footstool with Mahogany Base, Early 20th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

This exquisite English needlepoint footstool exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of early 20th century British decorative arts. The piece features a beautifully hand-stitched flora...

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Footstools

Materials

Wool, Canvas, Walnut

Mid-Century Plastic Stool or Footstool, 1970, Hungary
Mid-Century Plastic Stool or Footstool, 1970, Hungary

Mid-Century Plastic Stool or Footstool, 1970, Hungary

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition. - New fabric. - Cleaned.

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1970s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

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

VICTORIAN CiRCA 1880 KILIM EMBROIDERED UPHOLSTERY OTTOMAN FOOTSTOOL TRUNK
VICTORIAN CiRCA 1880 KILIM EMBROIDERED UPHOLSTERY OTTOMAN FOOTSTOOL TRUNK

VICTORIAN CiRCA 1880 KILIM EMBROIDERED UPHOLSTERY OTTOMAN FOOTSTOOL TRUNK

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Victorian ottoman footstool upholstered with Kilim Embroidered fabric Please note the ...

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1880s English High Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery

Kreef Footstool in COM, Made in UK by Sister - Elegant & Charm
Kreef Footstool in COM, Made in UK by Sister - Elegant & Charm

Kreef Footstool in COM, Made in UK by Sister - Elegant & Charm

Located in London, GB

Our Kreef stools, are inspired by the coastal beauty of South Africa, where the West Coast rock lobster, locally known as "kreef" or crayfish, thrives. Crafted from solid walnut and featuring butterfly detailing in ebonised oak, these stools bring elegance and natural charm to any space. This item is made to order, so please allow 12-14 weeks for production and it is shown here in Customers Own Material. Sister by Studio Ashby...

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Hardwood, Oak, Walnut

DOOQ Organic Modern Blue Pouf Malibu in Rich Cotton Velvet
DOOQ Organic Modern Blue Pouf Malibu in Rich Cotton Velvet

DOOQ Organic Modern Blue Pouf Malibu in Rich Cotton Velvet

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Like a warm embrace, Malibu Lounge armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the golden age of midcentury design and organic architecture, it radiates thr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Dutch Louis XVI Style Diminutive Footstool with Boucle
Dutch Louis XVI Style Diminutive Footstool with Boucle

Dutch Louis XVI Style Diminutive Footstool with Boucle

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Petite size Dutch mahogany carved footstool made in the grand French Louis XVI taste from Belgium. The stool features a newly upholstered frame with boucle fabric. The fabric is acce...

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20th Century Belgian Louis XVI Footstools

Materials

Brass

Antique French Louis XV Style Foot Stool, Ottoman Original Water Gilded Finish
Antique French Louis XV Style Foot Stool, Ottoman Original Water Gilded Finish

Antique French Louis XV Style Foot Stool, Ottoman Original Water Gilded Finish

Located in Highwood, IL

French Louis XV Style ottoman or foot stool that was produced in France in the mid-to late 1800’s. The Maker’s Stamp is still on the bottom and is marked; Au Bon Marché Maison, Aristide Boucicaut, Tapisserie et Ameublement Paris. Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche was the first department store in the world and opened in 1852 in Paris with Aristide Boucicaut and his wife Marguerite at the helm. They offered original creations and limited editions alongside a selection of the most beautiful objects from all over the world. Our Antique French Louis XV Ottoman...

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1870s French Louis XV Antique Footstools

Materials

Gold Leaf

English Beaded On Velvet Round Footstools
English Beaded On Velvet Round Footstools

English Beaded On Velvet Round Footstools

Located in Tampa, FL

A rare and beautiful pair of English beaded velvet stools, dating to circa 1840s. Each stool features a richly beaded velvet upholstered top measuring approximately 10 1/2 inches in ...

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1940s English Vintage Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany, Beads

Swedish Gustavian Footstools, circa 1790
Swedish Gustavian Footstools, circa 1790

Swedish Gustavian Footstools, circa 1790

Located in Huntington, NY

A rare pair of Gustavian footstools with Stockholm chairmaker’s seal on both. Frames are decorated with upright leaf cut. The corners meet in decorative medallions. The legs are fini...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Footstools

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

Set of Three Italian Brass Chiavari Round Stools
Set of Three Italian Brass Chiavari Round Stools

Set of Three Italian Brass Chiavari Round Stools

Extremely rare set of three round brass Chiavari stools, made in Italy, circa 1960. Four legs with flared tapered legs around an upper and lower brass ring. Fitted round seat upholst...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Brass

Oscar Bach Style Hand-Wrought Iron Upholstered Window Bench circa 1930
Oscar Bach Style Hand-Wrought Iron Upholstered Window Bench circa 1930

Oscar Bach Style Hand-Wrought Iron Upholstered Window Bench circa 1930

By Oscar Bruno Bach

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Oscar Bach style hand-wrought iron upholstered window bench, circa 1930, is a remarkable piece that beautifully reflects the artistry and craftsmanship of early 20th century dec...

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1930s European Neoclassical Revival Vintage Footstools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Modern Shearling Ottoman with Solid Ash Wood Base in Pink by Phillip's Daughter
Modern Shearling Ottoman with Solid Ash Wood Base in Pink by Phillip's Daughter

Modern Shearling Ottoman with Solid Ash Wood Base in Pink by Phillip's Daughter

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 American Modern Footstools

Materials

Wool, Hardwood, Ash

Moooi Bart Footstool in The Menagerie of Extinct Animals Velvet Ivory Upholstery
Moooi Bart Footstool in The Menagerie of Extinct Animals Velvet Ivory Upholstery

Moooi Bart Footstool in The Menagerie of Extinct Animals Velvet Ivory Upholstery

By Moooi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The indispensable items in a sitting room: poufs and footstools. The Bart Pouf and Footstool bring a cosy comfort in your home, combined with the Bart Sofa or Armchair, or as stand-a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Footstools

Materials

Upholstery

Set of Three Italian Footstools, Upholstered in Green & Gold Fabric, 19th C.
Set of Three Italian Footstools, Upholstered in Green & Gold Fabric, 19th C.

Set of Three Italian Footstools, Upholstered in Green & Gold Fabric, 19th C.

Located in Atlanta, GA

A charming set of three 19th Century matching Italian footstools of walnut. Each square stool is finished with gold tape trim at the base of the plush upholstered body, providing a c...

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Late 19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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.