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What is a backless seat called?

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What is a backless seat called?
A backless seat is also called a stool. It is one of the earliest types of seating. It resembles a chair in many ways. It comprises a single seat with no back or armrests for one person. There are one, two, three, or four legs on the base of a stool. Find a collection of antique and vintage backless seats on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Set of Mid-Century Modern Bar Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning set of four vintage modern bar stools feature a backless seat and a chrome base with
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome

French Louis XV Style 1890s Black Painted and Parcel-Gilt Bench with Cabrioles
Located in Atlanta, GA
exquisite French Louis XV style bench features a rectangular backless seat, covered with a simple linen
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Benches

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood, Wood

Cove Footstool in Midnight Blue
Located in London, England
The Cove Footstool is a simple, arm- and backless seat to put your feet up. The Cove Footstool can
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Footstools

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

Cove Footstool in Straw Yellow
Located in London, England
The Cove Footstool is a simple, arm- and backless seat to put your feet up. The Cove Footstool can
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Footstools

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

Cove Footstool in Woodland Green
Located in London, England
The Cove footstool is a simple, arm- and backless seat to put your feet up. The Cove Footstool can
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Footstools

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

Cove Footstool in Terracotta Red
Located in London, England
The Cove footstool is a simple, arm- and backless seat to put your feet up. The Cove footstool can
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Footstools

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Oak

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