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Postmodern Madonna Stool Lacquered Wood Linen Fabric Made in Portugal by Malabar
Postmodern Madonna Stool Lacquered Wood Linen Fabric Made in Portugal by Malabar

Postmodern Madonna Stool Lacquered Wood Linen Fabric Made in Portugal by Malabar

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

Madonna stool is part of New Malabar's collection, Future Classics. Always curious about new scientific discoveries, the atom becomes one of Salvador Dalí favorite subjects of ref...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bauhaus Footstools

Materials

Linen, Wood

1930s Art Deco Stool, Footrest in Ebonized Walnut Restored, New Upholstery
1930s Art Deco Stool, Footrest in Ebonized Walnut Restored, New Upholstery

1930s Art Deco Stool, Footrest in Ebonized Walnut Restored, New Upholstery

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Art Deco stool, footrest in ebonized walnut, restored, spring seat with white leatherette new upholstery. Measures cm: H 32, W 51, D 40.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Footstools

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Maison Bagues Style Faux Bamboo Metal French Benches or Foot Stools
Pair of Maison Bagues Style Faux Bamboo Metal French Benches or Foot Stools

Pair of Maison Bagues Style Faux Bamboo Metal French Benches or Foot Stools

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Elevate your living space with this exquisite Pair of Maison Bagues Style Faux Bamboo Metal French Benches or Foot Stools. These elegant pieces beautifully capture the timeless appea...

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1970s Unknown Directoire Vintage Footstools

Materials

Metal

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

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 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

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

DOOQ Ottoman with Soft Velvet and Brass Foot Egoista
DOOQ Ottoman with Soft Velvet and Brass Foot Egoista

DOOQ Ottoman with Soft Velvet and Brass Foot Egoista

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

With its name being the direct translation of selfish in Portuguese, this ottoman revolves around its own universe. Within a refined, elegant and distinctive frame, resembling the na...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

OLD STOCK LIBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL ENGLiSH PIG RHINO
OLD STOCK LIBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL ENGLiSH PIG RHINO

OLD STOCK LIBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL ENGLiSH PIG RHINO

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 hand dyed cigar brown leather h...

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

OLD STOCK LIBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL RHINOCEROS RHiNO
OLD STOCK LIBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL RHINOCEROS RHiNO

OLD STOCK LIBERTY LONDON STYLE OMERSA BROWN LEATHER FOOTSTOOL RHINOCEROS RHiNO

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 hand dyed cigar brown leather h...

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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

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

Charlotte Perriand Style Pine Stools
Charlotte Perriand Style Pine Stools

Charlotte Perriand Style Pine Stools

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Collectible pine stools in the style of Charlotte Perriand. No screws or hardware used on stools. Beautiful joinery and grain details. Four available. Priced individually. Very good ...

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1960s French Vintage Footstools

Materials

Pine

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

Soriana pouf in origina velvet by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969
Soriana pouf in origina velvet by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969

Soriana pouf in origina velvet by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Soriana footrest designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969, Polyuretane structure, original mohair velvet fabric, steel, excellent condition. A true icon of style, Sorian...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Metal

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

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

Materials

Mahogany

1970s Leather Pouf or Stool, Italy
1970s Leather Pouf or Stool, Italy

1970s Leather Pouf or Stool, Italy

Located in Praha, CZ

- with inner space - good original condition - storage space 28x36

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Leather

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Faux Crocodilie Upholstered Chrome Stools Ottomans
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Faux Crocodilie Upholstered Chrome Stools Ottomans

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Faux Crocodilie Upholstered Chrome Stools Ottomans

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Milo Baughman style chrome stools or ottomans embodies the sleek, modernist aesthetic that made mid-century furniture design timeless. Featuring bold geometric chrome ba...

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1990s European Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Chrome

Chinese Garden Seat
Chinese Garden Seat

Chinese Garden Seat

Located in Pomona, CA

Hand-painted Chinese garden stool.

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1960s Chinese Vintage Footstools

Materials

Pottery

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

MCM Foot Stool Pair in Italian Leather with Solid Brass Legs
MCM Foot Stool Pair in Italian Leather with Solid Brass Legs

MCM Foot Stool Pair in Italian Leather with Solid Brass Legs

By Montage

Located in Wilton, CT

This bespoke pair of MCM inspired foot stools are crafted in supple Italian leather with clean and elegant lines. The legs are reclaimed, vintage solid brass with ball feet. Solid an...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Brass

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

Cubic Art Deco Stool, Walnut Veneer, France, circa 1930
Cubic Art Deco Stool, Walnut Veneer, France, circa 1930

Cubic Art Deco Stool, Walnut Veneer, France, circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Beautiful original Art Deco stool from France about 1930. Walnut veneered and polished. Covered with anthracite fabric and border finishing. Dimensions: H 38 cm x W 36 cm x D 37 cm.

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

A Fine Pair of Regency Ebony Caned Footstools
A Fine Pair of Regency Ebony Caned Footstools

A Fine Pair of Regency Ebony Caned Footstools

Located in Sheffield, MA

Each with scrolled arms and fluting throughout.

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19th Century English Antique Footstools

Long Victorian Oak Foot Stool with carved Gothic Tracery
Long Victorian Oak Foot Stool with carved Gothic Tracery

Long Victorian Oak Foot Stool with carved Gothic Tracery

By Pugin

Located in Dereham, GB

Long Victorian Oak Foot Stool with carved Gothic Tracery Angled top with red needle point upholstery, Oak Frame with 8 square block legs Carved Gothic Tracery detail between legs No...

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Late 19th Century British Gothic Revival Antique Footstools

Materials

Oak

Ancient African Wooden Stool
Ancient African Wooden Stool

Ancient African Wooden Stool

Located in Soho, London, GB

Ancient wooden stool with four feet dating to the 19th century. From Congo, Africa. Provenance: Galerie Démons et Merveilles, Paris; Private Collection, United Kingdom.

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19th Century Congolese Antique Footstools

Materials

Wood

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

Contemporary Modern Hygge Stool in Boucle Fabric &Travertino Marble by Collector
Contemporary Modern Hygge Stool in Boucle Fabric &Travertino Marble by Collector

Contemporary Modern Hygge Stool in Boucle Fabric &Travertino Marble by Collector

Located in Castelo da Maia, PT

Hygge Collection is inspired by contemporary architecture in Portugal that Speaks of its Romanesque past by honoring the antiques geometris, such as the arch and the column. Saccal D...

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2010s Footstools

Materials

Travertine

Large Victorian Leather Stool
Large Victorian Leather Stool

Large Victorian Leather Stool

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A large Victorian leather stool, of long rectangular form, the deep buttoned top reupholstered in blue-black leather, the frieze pierced with a band ...

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1870s Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Leather

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

Beech, Alpaca

Wood and Fabric Stool, Art Deco Period, France, circa 1940
Wood and Fabric Stool, Art Deco Period, France, circa 1940

Wood and Fabric Stool, Art Deco Period, France, circa 1940

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Wood and fabric stool. Art deco period. France, circa 1940.

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Footstools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

Pair Maison Jansen Attributed Mahogany French Directoire Footstools, Circa 1960s
Pair Maison Jansen Attributed Mahogany French Directoire Footstools, Circa 1960s

Pair Maison Jansen Attributed Mahogany French Directoire Footstools, Circa 1960s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Maison Jansen attributed mahogany French Directoire footstools, circa 1960s, captures the timeless elegance and neoclassical refinement that the renowned Parisian design...

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1960s French Directoire Vintage Footstools

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Mid Century Rush Cord And Beech Stools Denmark C.1950
Pair Mid Century Rush Cord And Beech Stools Denmark C.1950

Pair Mid Century Rush Cord And Beech Stools Denmark C.1950

Located in London, GB

Pair Mid Century Rush Cord And Beech Stools Denmark C.1950 Presented in very good condition commensurate with age.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Rush, Beech

ANTiQUE WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 ADJUSTABLE FLAMED HARDWOOD METAMORPHIC FOOTSTOOL
ANTiQUE WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 ADJUSTABLE FLAMED HARDWOOD METAMORPHIC FOOTSTOOL

ANTiQUE WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 ADJUSTABLE FLAMED HARDWOOD METAMORPHIC FOOTSTOOL

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite Metamorphic William IV Flamed Mahogany and fabric upholstered height and angle adj...

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1830s English William IV Antique Footstools

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Pair of French Rustic Wood Chalet Stools
Pair of French Rustic Wood Chalet Stools

Pair of French Rustic Wood Chalet Stools

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of French rustic wood chalet stools France, early 20th century We believe these stools were handcrafted by someone with a deep appreciation and love for wood These heavy weight,...

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Early 20th Century French Footstools

Materials

Fur, Wood

Pair of 1940's Italian Footstools
Pair of 1940's Italian Footstools

Pair of 1940's Italian Footstools

$2,730Sale Price|35% Off

Pair of 1940's Italian Footstools

Located in Hanover, MA

***FALL SALE*** A very smart pair of 1940's Italian foot stools or small benches. The walnut has been refinished and the gold velvet is original. Elegantly carved legs. The wood bas...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Footstools

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Moorish, Arts and Craft, Side Table or Stool Chip Carved Folk Art, German
Moorish, Arts and Craft, Side Table or Stool Chip Carved Folk Art, German

Moorish, Arts and Craft, Side Table or Stool Chip Carved Folk Art, German

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This exceptional Moorish Revival side table is a striking example of the Orientalist design movement that captivated Europe during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Expertly ha...

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1890s German Moorish Antique Footstools

Materials

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

19th Century English Victorian Oak Upholstered Footstool on Casters
19th Century English Victorian Oak Upholstered Footstool on Casters

19th Century English Victorian Oak Upholstered Footstool on Casters

Located in Atlanta, GA

A charming 19th-century English oak footstool with an unusually decorative shaped frame and compact square proportions. The stool is generously upholstered in a neutral textured fabr...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Footstools

Materials

Metal, Brass

English Aesthetic Movement Footstool, Leather & Hardwood, Circa 1880
English Aesthetic Movement Footstool, Leather & Hardwood, Circa 1880

English Aesthetic Movement Footstool, Leather & Hardwood, Circa 1880

Located in Darien, CT

A handsome English Aesthetic Movement footstool dating to the late 19th century, featuring a richly patinated embossed leather seat and a finely crafted hardwood frame. Carved bullse...

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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Footstools

Materials

Metal

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Foot Stools in Original Paint
18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Foot Stools in Original Paint

18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Foot Stools in Original Paint

Located in Wichita, KS

A charming pair of Swedish benches from the early Gustavian period in original paint, circa 1780. These stools display beautiful carved egg and dart detail on the seat frame, rosette...

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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Footstools

Materials

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

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

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

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

Modern Shearling Ottoman with Solid Ash Wood Base in Black 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

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

VIntage Chinese Hongmu Footstool
VIntage Chinese Hongmu Footstool

VIntage Chinese Hongmu Footstool

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a Chinese wooden footstool made of Hongmu. It has a dark brown finish, intricate carvings, and curved legs.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Footstools

Materials

Wood

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

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

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

By Yngve Ekström, Swedese

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

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

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Sheepskin

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

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 Italian Blue Painted and Parcel Gilt Wooden Tabouret Stool, C. 1850
Antique Italian Blue Painted and Parcel Gilt Wooden Tabouret Stool, C. 1850

Antique Italian Blue Painted and Parcel Gilt Wooden Tabouret Stool, C. 1850

Located in Dallas, TX

The history of tabourets is quite fascinating, as they represented status symbols when first introduced during the reign of Louis XIV in the mid-1600s. Our painted and parcel giltwoo...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Footstools

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

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.