Odyssey Embroidered Velvet Rectangular Footstool

Odyssey Embroidered Velvet Rectangular FootstoolUncommon Ancestors Story footstools are miniature fairytales, each a time capsule offering a glimpse into a cherished memory or moment. Conceived by founder Kara Douwma, every design begins as a series of hand drawn sketches which are transformed into intricate embroidery on a sumptuous velvet cushion and set atop a solid walnut frame in an East London workshop. Odyssey belongs to the Haikuriosity series, its embroidered motifsa lemon, monstera leaf,

such as the 360-degree roller mechanism and the natural oak base

kabazaiku—the art of cherry bark crafting—has shaped Denshiro’s collections for over 200 years

while the interior is on hand with space for all the accessories – think pens

Giberto’s Murrina amber press papier is hand-blown by skilled artisans in specialised Venetian furnaces to create its distinctive spherical shape

set against a yellow and red backdrop

Along the crespo linen edge of this Loretta Caponi towel collection swims an orderly queue of hand-embroidered fish

Metallic accents played a huge part in 1980s design

round Italian maple-dyed plate is beautifully formed with a softly scalloped rim

To make the Twisted robe

with its classic cut

Meticulously fashioned

Finished with a side zip closure