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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 a footrest. The two-tone vinyl is sure to complement any setting.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome

1930's Adjustable Swivel Seat Backless Industrial Toledo Workshop Stool
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
1930's adjustable swivel seat backless industrial Toledo Workshop stool, definitely the cleanest example I have ever owned, looks like it was made yesterday, beautiful color, surface...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Stools

Materials

Metal

Travis Backless Stool by Common Species. In Walnut with Woven Danish Cord Seat
Located in Longmont, CO
Clean, modern angles complimented by the warm texture of the Danish cord. The Travis stool can be made counter-height or bar-height and with an optional back. All wood construction ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stools

Materials

Brass

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Boucle Sofa by B&B Italia Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
The sofa is comprised of three back and seat modules. Two of the rare corners, and one back, and two backless ottoman seats.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Steel

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