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Umbrella Stands For Sale
Place of Origin: European
Place of Origin: English
Mathieu Matégot Umbrella Stand Rigitulle Atelier Matégot France 1950s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Black and Yellow Mathieu Matégot umbrella stand, Rigitulle, Atelier Matégot, France, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

1960s Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Iron Italian Umbrella Stand
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This truly unique and eye-catching umbrella stand from 1960s Italy perfectly embodies the playful yet sophisticated spirit of Mid-Century Modern design, with a captivating hand-paint...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Iron

lovely real brown leather paper bin basket Auböck Style, Germany 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: waste bin paper bin basket Origin: Germany Age: 1950s This original vintage Auböck style waste bin paper bin basket was produced in the 1950s in Germany. It is made of na...
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Mid-20th Century French Bauhaus Umbrella Stands

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Leather

English Painted Wood Umbrella Cane Stand with Brass Feet
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage wooden umbrella or cane stand that makes an essential addition to your entryway. Beautifully crafted, featuring an elegant classic frame. The finishing touch for your well-ap...
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Mid-20th Century English Gustavian Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Antonia Campi Italian Modernist ceramic Umbrella stand for S.C.I Laveno 1949
Located in Milan, IT
Monumental Antonia Campi Italian Modernist ceramic umbrella stand Model C33 for S.C.I 1949 More of a sculpture than an Umbrella stand. Italian iconic MidCentury design piece
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern String, Bamboo and Brass Umbrella Stand, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
An absolute eyecatcher. Light and elegant at the same time. Handmade.
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Faux Bois Brass Umbrella Stand by Casagrande, Italy, 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Faux Bois Italian brass umbrella stand in the form of a tree trunk with a branch handle. A very rare and unique artistic piece. Very fine original condition. Produced in Borgo Valsug...
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20th Century Italian Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Scandinavian Rattan and String Umbrella Stand, 1960s Sweden
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Impressive in scale and super sturdy with wonderful patina.
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Equestrian Horseshoe Umbrella Stand with Brass Accents, 1930s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Equestrian themed umbrella stand made from 3 black horseshoes, brass string sides, a small aluminium base and topped with a brass ornament. This piece in original condition dates fro...
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1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Vintage Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Postmodern Umbrella Stand, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
A rare umbrella stand with a postmodern design language and materiality. A postmodern design. The material combinations and striking shapes are particularly notable. The sculpturall...
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1980s European Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Salvino Marsura Aste umbrella stand - Italy, 2000s
Located in London, GB
This umbrella stand is defined by four long lines of iron, shaped by Salvino Marsura to resemble river reeds or wild grasses. A loosely coiled circle nestles at the top, while the st...
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Early 2000s Italian Organic Modern Umbrella Stands

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Wrought Iron

Postmodern Italian Model Goccia Umbrella Stand for Magis 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern umbrella stand by Magis based on a design by Boccato, Gigante and Zambusi Architetti. The contrast between black and white is striking. The round steel is painted white a...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern German Umbrella Stand Wood and Brass, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand made in Germany, circa 1950s. This is a beautiful all original item in good condition. It has some signs of use, scratches to the metal a...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Willy Rizzo Purple Lavender Lucite and Chrome Italian Umbrella Stand, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous umbrella stand in lavender colored lucite and chrome. This incredibly charming and unique piece was designed by Willy Rizzo and produced in Italy during the 1970s. In fant...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Chrome

Luigi Massoni Orange Plexiglas Umbrella Stand for Guzzini Italy 1970s
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sculptural and space-age, this bold umbrella stand is attributed to Luigi Massoni for Guzzini, one of Italy’s most forward-thinking lighting and plastics manufacturers of the 1970s. ...
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1970s Spanish Space Age Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Acrylic

Early Mid-Century Modern Roman Arch Umbrella Stand by Piero Fornasetti 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Early, extremely rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand "Roman Arch". Designed by Piero Fornasetti for Fornasetti Milano, Italy, 1950s. Makers mark at the botto...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Vintage Gucci Oversized Equestrian Boot Umbrella Holder
Located in Englewood, NJ
A Mid 20th Century Monumental and Extremely Rare Vintage "Equestrian Boot" Umbrella Holder by, Italian Luxury Brand Gucci. The boot is decorated with Gucci's classic interlocking g's on canvas and further with leather accents, laces front buckle and and finishing with a bras spur. The umbrella stand retains its all original brass liner. There are very few of these examples in existence as these were solely produced for a few of the Flagship Gucci Stores and were not never released nor produced for the retail market making this an extremely rare piece of authentic vintage Gucci.  circa 1970s. Signature: The boot is signed on the leather strap "Gucci Italy" Measurements:  height: 25.25 in x width: 18 in. x depth: 18 in. Condition: The umbrella stand is in very good condition. Showing no major damage to it. There is some scuffing to the leather on the heel where the spur is located. Some staining to the front of the boot but really adds to the charm of the natural patina from age. The leather is sound throughout as well as the canvas which has minimal glue staining at the seams. The spur is intact and spins freely. The original brass liner is in good condition with some denting from use. It is free from repairs and is in its original condition. References: For a similar and smaller example see: Sotheby's New York - Important 20th Century Design - June 8th, 2005 - lot 12 Notes: Gucci Museo in Florence, Italy currently does not have this example in their collection. The Gucci Equestrian Boot Umbrella Holder was exclusively made for GUCCI retail stores only and were never made for the retail market. This is the second example we have owned and can and very few of these ever make it to market. Biography: Inspired by his experience as a porter at The Savoy hotel in London, Guccio Gucci established his eponymous artisanal luggage atelier in 1921 on Via della Vigna Nuova in Florence. His vision combined exceptional Tuscan materials and craftsmanship with the elegant English aesthetic. These early years established the brand's origins in the world of travel and exploration, which have remained intrinsically linked to Gucci's heritage. The late 1930s saw the introduction of canvas into the offering to provide enhanced durability. The Diamante fabric emerged and became one of the first distinctive elements of the House with its emblematic diamond motif. This was a precursor of the GG monogram canvas still featured today on a selection of bags. A need for creativity and resourcefulness in the 1940s led to the development of enduring House codes. Amid Italy’s post-war era when traditional raw materials were in short supply, a visionary Guccio Gucci turned to the lightweight and durable bamboo in 1947. Through innovative craft techniques, Guccio and his Florentine artisans created the Bamboo bag, the predecessor to the House’s iconic Bamboo 1947 handbag. 1953 was a pivotal year for the House, marking Gucci’s expansion outside of Italy with its first store in New York City. This was also when it introduced footwear, most notably the Horsebit 1953 loafer defined by an equestrian accoutrement that Gucci began using earlier in the decade to evoke the life and style that surrounded horseback riding. The emblem was continuously reinterpreted, with the Horsebit 1955 bag referring to the year its specific version of the hardware appeared in Gucci's collections. Back in Florence in 1953, the House purchased the historic Palazzo Settimanni as the site for its growing artisanal production in the heart of the city. As Gucci continued to grow rapidly, the brand's influence spread to an international clientele of jet setters, Hollywood stars, dignitaries, and socialites. Signature products and prints emerging during this period included the predecessor to the Jackie 1961 bag...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Italian White Ceramic Bamboo Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
An Italian white ceramic umbrella holder stand with bamboo design, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Faint imprint mark on underside that reads 'ITALY', shown in last two images. Dimens...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Umbrella Stands

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Ceramic

19th Century Victorian Coalbrookdale Cast Iron Umbrella Stand
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Victorian Coalbrookdale cast iron umbrella stand with registration marks stamped to base. With finials to top and removable drip t...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Italian 1960s Brutalist Wrought Iron and Copper Umbrella Stand
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Italian 1960s Brutalist Wrought Iron and Copper Umbrella Stand. Different-sized circles in metal scraps are attached to form an Umbrella Stand with a base and copper water d...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Copper, Iron

Midcentury Umbrella Stand Enamel Metal by Siva Di Poggibonsi, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing hexagonal umbrella stand in enamel metal and painted by S.I.V.A. di Poggibonsi. Made in Italy in the 1960s. S.I.V.A., a factory of artistic enamels on steel...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Italian 19th Century Louis XVI St. White Carrara Marble Umbrella Stand/Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and most unique Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble umbrella stand/planter. The elegant lightly tapered umbrella stand is raised by a fine mottled bas...
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19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Umbrella Stands

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Marble

English Victorian Cast Iron Hatrack/Umbrella Stand
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian cast iron hatrack/umbrella stand with 6 hooks and a heart shape arch
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Blue and White, Purple and Iron Red Foliate Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Blue and white, purple and iron red foliate umbrella stand. Antique painted Italian majolica umbrella stand with scrolling vines in blue and te...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Umbrella Stands

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Majolica

Bino White Umbrella Holder with Beige Lisbona Pattern
By Rudi
Located in Milan, IT
Coated metal structure and nest regenerated leather cover with water-resistant and UV-resistant finish. The piece is available in many different colors. Please ask the Concierge for ...
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2010s Italian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Leather

A Fornasetti style Italian “Cow” Graphic Vinyl Umbrella Stand, circa 1960
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An oval umbrella stand covered in black and white vinyl with a bold “cow” graphic, black vinyl trim and strap, and a metal buckle. A striking example of 1960s Italian design, where...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Italian Modern Travertine, Chrome and Brass Umbrella Stand, Italy 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Italian modern umbrella stand made in the late 60s in Italy This piece is attributed to Renato Zevi as a designer. Made from travertine, chrome and brass.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Travertine, Brass, Chrome

Italian bamboo and rattan umbrella stand, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Impressive in scale and super sturdy with wonderful patina. An object for itself.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Bamboo, Rattan

PIERO FORNASETTI Portaombrelli metallo serigrafato/ottone. Serie LE CARROZZE.
Located in Milano, IT
PIERO FORNASETTI - della serie - LE CARROZZE. Portaombrelli anni 50 , in metallo serigrafato e ottone, non più in produzione in ottimo stato, marchio stampato sotto la base e conteni...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass

Midcentury Flower Umbrella Stand Glass and Brass Cristal Arte Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing flower umbrella stand in brass and glass in the style of Cristal Arte. Made in Italy in the 1960s. Cristal Arte (established in 1944) was a furniture company fou...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Umbrella stand by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova c1960
Located in London, GB
Umbrella stand by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova Italy c1960 Very good condition
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Wood

20th century hollywood style umbrella stand italian
Located in Cantù, IT
20th century hollywood style umbrella stand italian
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Umbrella Stands

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Brass

English Brass Hammered Umbrella Stand
Located in Queens, NY
English-style (19/20th Century) brass hammered oval umbrella stand with 17th Century scene with figures and handles (with liner)
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19th Century British Renaissance Antique Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Campo Graffi Prisco Wrought Iron Midcentury Coat-Rack, Italy, 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi were Italian architects and designers known for their contributions to the modernist design movement. They met whilst studying architecture at the Polit...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Dedalo Umbrella Stand Designed by Emme Gismondi Schweinberger for Artemide, 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Umbrella stand Dedalo was designed in 1966 by Emma Gismondi Schweinberger for Artemide Milano. It is made of white ABS plastic. The series consisted of three different sizes: the sma...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Plastic, Fiberglass

Gino Colombini Midcentury Black Umbrella Stands or Ashtray for Kartell, 1970
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing free standing ashtray or usable as an umbrella stand in mid-century black plastic with chromed metal rings. This fantastic piece was designed by Gino Colombini...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Chrome

Spanish Revival Iron Umbrella Stand with Dragons Coat of Arms Detail, 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Reinassance Revival Umbrella Stand in Wrought Iron, Spain, 1940s. Impressive umbrella stand with dragon details coat of arms decoration and red jacquard damask fabric detail. This u...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Umbrella Stands

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Postmodern Italian Model Goccia Umbrella Stand for Magis, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern umbrella stand by Magis based on a design by Boccato, Gigante and Zambusi Architetti. Italian umbrella stand of red and gray. The round steel is painted gray and clamps i...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Umbrella Stands

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Plastic

The Woodpecker Orange Ceramic Umbrella Stand, Italy 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
The umbrella stand ceramic by the firm "Il Picchio" is an iconic piece of Italian design. Its shape is geometric and functional, with a wedge-shaped base and an open top with two sl...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Ceramic

Fendi Umbrella with Gold Logo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful black and gold umbrella by Fendi - signed Fendi Perfumes. In wonderful condition, design works well unisex - full sized with case - sleek han...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Fabric, Resin, Wood

Black Wardrobe-Style Art Deco Hall Stand in Iron, France 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Bring the sophistication of a 1940s Paris apartment into your home with this authentic Art Deco hall stand, a statement piece that balances architectural elegance with everyday pract...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Antique Italian Bobbin Turned Barley Twist Stick and Umbrella Stand
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful and elegant walnut umbrella stand from Tuscany. The top is decorated with lovely tall finials and follows down to the top which has beaded decoration. All the sides are han...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Umbrella Stand in Tortoiseshell Lucite Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing umbrella stand in tortoiseshell Lucite effect and brass details in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass

Mid-century Copper and Brass Cannon-Shaped Umbrella Stand, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-century copper and brass cannon-shaped umbrella stand, 1950s Intact and in good condition.
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1950s Italian Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Copper

Italian Brass Umbrella Rack Stand in the Matégo Style, 20th Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
This umbrella stand features a handle and brass structures. The perforated canvas is in the Mathieu Matégot style. The base is cast-iron with a removable aluminum section. Good cond...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Aluminum, Wrought Iron, Sheet Metal

Brass Umbrella Stand with Bamboo Handle Vintage Mid Century Modern Vienna Boho
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This vintage brass umbrella stand exudes Mid-Century Modern elegance with its openwork wireframe structure and sophisticated bamboo handle. Likely originating from Vienna, this piece...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Brass

Spanish Wrought Gilt Iron Umbrella Stand / Planter with Ring Detail, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish hand-hammered round gilt iron umbrella tripod stand with ring pulls, 1950s-1960s. This eye-catching umbrella stand or plant stand was handcrafted in iron and finished in gold...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Gold Leaf, Iron

Vintage Blue Italian Ceramic Umbrella Stand by C.A.S. Vietri (circa 1950s)
Located in London, GB
Vintage Blue ceramic umbrella holder by C.A.S. Vietri (circa 1950s). In the style of Guido Gambone, this impressive piece features a delightful sea creatures motif. The structure is ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Ceramic

Umbrella Stand in Enamel Iron and Leather by Siva Di Poggibonsi, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury umbrella stand in enamel iron and painted with brass and leather details by S.I.V.A. di Poggibonsi. Made in Italy in the 1960s. S.I.V.A., a factory of artistic enamels o...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass, Enamel, Iron

Ico Parisi "Temide" Umbrella Stand for Stildomus, Italy 1960
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Temide umbrella stand in curly walnut, model 1703 designed by Ico Parisi and produced by Stildomus in Italy in 1959. This incredible rare version of the iconic Temide umbr...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Black Forest, Bear Umbrella Stand, Late 19th Early 20th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Large Black Forest umbrella stand, a bear standing on a tree stump, arms forming a circle Very beautiful work from the Black Forest, late 19th early 20th century: the sculpture is o...
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Umbrella Stands

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Wood

Italian Modernist Glazed Ceramic Umbrella Stand
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Modernist Glazed Ceramic Umbrella Stand. This stunning Italian Modernist umbrella stand or vase was realized in Italy, circa 1970. This piece features a bold geometric patte...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Ceramic

Walter Bosse Brass Rooster Mid-Century Umbrella Stand for Herta Baller, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
This striking umbrella stand, which can also serve as a paper basket or wastepaper bin, dates back to the 1950s. Designed by Walter Bosse and crafted by Hertha Baller in Vienna, Aust...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

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Metal, Brass, Iron

Large Antique Coopered Barrel Stick Stand, Early Victorian, Oak, Umbrella, 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a charming early Victorian stick stand, offering classic country house appeal, circa 1850. Crafted with coopered oak staves and iron strap binding, this substantial umbrella stand or fireside store boasts a rich, time-worn character. Traditional coopered barrel...
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1850s British Early Victorian Antique Umbrella Stands

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Iron

transparent lucite acrylic UMBRELLA STAND 1980s 1990s post modern design
Located in Mannheim, DE
1980s 90s umbrella stand made of acrylic. Handles gold colored plastic. Double bottom, one fixed with screws, the other on top loose, so that it can be easily removed for cleaning. ...
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1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Acrylic

Brutalist Iron Umbrella Stand Racket, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Brutalist umbrella stand iron, Made in Italy, 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Iron

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Umbrella Stand Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful umbrella stand or basket in curved rattan and bamboo in the style of Franco Albini, Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Mid-Century Wrought Iron and Brass Umbrella Stand, France, 1950s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Attributed to Jacques Adnet A Stylish French umbrella stand from the 1950s, crafted from black wrought iron and accented with twisted brass wire. The sculptural, geometric frame re...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Umbrella Stands

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Black Forest Walnut Bear Umbrella Stand
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) walnut carved bear umbrella stand holding leaf shaped dish
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19th Century German Black Forest Antique Umbrella Stands

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Walnut

1940s French Umbrella Stand Solid Brass Faux Bamboo France
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s French Umbrella Stand Solid Brass Faux Bamboo France Crafted in Solid Brass with vintage patina. Faux bamboo brass ring holder at side. In the manner of Mathieu Matégot. No mar...
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1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Vintage, New and Antique Umbrella Stands

When it’s raining, you’re going to need an umbrella, and that wet umbrella is going to need a home. In the range of vintage, new and antique umbrella stands on 1stDibs, find patio umbrella stands made for the outdoors and luxury iterations intended to pair with your coat rack and add a dose of character to your entryway.

Modern umbrellas originated as parasols or sunshades for the upper classes in Ancient Egypt, Ancient India and elsewhere, with the accessory undergoing significant improvements, which included waterproofing, in China thereafter. The Chinese created collapsible accessories and applied wax and lacquer to paper parasols, which repelled rain during thunderstorms. As umbrellas saw widespread adoption over the years, we suddenly needed a place to put them.

African-American inventor William C. Carter of Cincinnati, Ohio, patented the first umbrella stand in 1885. His receptacle featured horizontal crossbars with hinged ends that allowed for umbrellas to be spring-locked into place. Carter hoped his idea would prevent theft of umbrellas and canes as well as present an orderly solution for storing them. It could hold more than one umbrella and contained a drip pan to catch rainwater. Today, antique umbrella stands are rich components of home decor — they’re among the first furnishings you see when you enter someone’s house or apartment — and those stemming from Carter’s day are precious collector’s items.

While preliminary umbrella stands were simple (no more than two posts and a rack to hold several umbrellas), furniture makers embellished their interpretations, adding decorative flourishes and improving upon its features over time.

On 1stDibs, a collection of antique 19th-century umbrella stands includes structures made of oak, walnut and more. There are understated Victorian-era umbrella stands made of brass that comprise little more than four tubular metal supports and cast-iron drip pans, while iterations dating from the same era made from mahogany feature distinctive hand-carvings on their side panels or ornate finials. If they’re not cast-iron umbrella stands, a (sometimes removable) cast-iron drip pan at the very least is a fairly consistent characteristic of the stands of the era.

Mid-century modern furniture designers explored venturesome forms and worked with a variety of materials to craft their umbrella stands, integrating metals such as aluminum and introducing glass and even marble to these pieces. Umbrella stands crafted by contemporary furniture makers often depart from their historical counterparts. While a sampling of today’s iterations demonstrate that creators are making umbrella stands in a variety of shapes and sizes, they’re frequently embodying clean lines and minimalist flourishes, which are perhaps a good fit if you don’t intend for your rack to stand out in your foyer or entryway.

If you’re looking to make a statement with your patio umbrella stand or the piece you’re intending to keep indoors, a vintage ceramic umbrella stand will introduce a pop of color or a dazzling texture to your doorstep or to the neutral color palette that characterizes your entryway.

While umbrella stands have seen an evolution of design over the years, their usefulness hasn’t changed a bit. Browse a collection of antique, new and vintage umbrella stands today on 1stDibs.