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Cesca Bar Stools
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of three Cesca Model bar stools, in the manner of Marcel Breuer, probably Italian, circa 1980s
Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cesca Bar Stools
Cesca Bar Stools
$2,400 / set
H 38 in W 17 in D 18 in
20thc Bar Stools, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These bar stools are Mid-Century Modern and very sturdy. Great look and sturdy.
Category

Late 20th Century American Adirondack Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood

Vintage 20thc Bar Stools, Pair
20thc Bar Stools, Pair
$895
H 28 in W 14 in D 16 in
French Lucite Bar Stools
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of high chairs or bar stools made of Lucite with a wood and steel base.
Category

1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Steel

Vintage French Lucite Bar Stools
French Lucite Bar Stools
$2,500 / set
H 41.75 in W 24 in D 22.625 in
Piet Hein Bar Stool
By Piet Hein, Fritz Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein bar stools new upholstered with tan aniline leather. Piet Hein base Made by Fritz
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Leather

Vintage Piet Hein Bar Stool
Piet Hein Bar Stool
$1,321 / item
H 32.68 in Dm 13 in
Polished Chrome Bar Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of three bar stools with slender polished chrome frames and soft cushions. Please confirm
Category

20th Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Polished Chrome Bar Stools
Polished Chrome Bar Stools
$1,200 / set
H 42.75 in W 15.5 in D 17.5 in
Ostrich Leather Bar Stools
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of bar stools in ostrich leather Original upholstered seats and surface. Price is for the
Category

1970s American Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Leather

Vintage Ostrich Leather Bar Stools
Ostrich Leather Bar Stools
$3,500 / item
H 43 in W 20 in D 20 in
Rustic French Bar Stools
Located in Denton, TX
Tall Bar stools made of Beech hardwood in the country french style with woven natural rush seats
Category

Mid-20th Century French Country Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Rush, Beech

Vintage Rustic French Bar Stools
Rustic French Bar Stools
$3,500 / set
H 33.25 in W 12.25 in D 12.25 in
Wooden Bar Stools
Located in Pasadena, TX
This elegant pair of wooden bar stools features a rich dark walnut finish, a contoured round seat
Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood

Vintage Wooden Bar Stools
Wooden Bar Stools
$2,370 / set
H 43 in W 20 in D 20 in
Space Age Bar Stools, 1970s
Located in Neuss, NW
Space age bar stools from the 1970s. High-quality frame made of chromed stainless steel. The seats
Category

1970s Danish Space Age Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Vintage Space Age Bar Stools, 1970s
Space Age Bar Stools, 1970s
$2,466
H 41.74 in W 17.72 in D 23.63 in
Brutalist bar stool, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful hand made mid century oak bar stool with a steel ring foot rest. Nicely finished seat
Category

1960s Spanish Brutalist Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Oak

Brutalist bar stool, 1960s
Brutalist bar stool, 1960s
$354
H 31.5 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Painted Taupe Bar Stools -Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20Thc Painted bar stools with natural pine seats.Great condition.
Category

20th Century American Adirondack Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood

Painted Taupe Bar Stools -Pair
Painted Taupe Bar Stools -Pair
$895
H 25 in Dm 12.5 in
Modernist French Bar Stools
Located in Austin, TX
Bar stools from France in the Modernist style. We love the strong construction of the steel bases
Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Steel

Modernist French Bar Stools
Modernist French Bar Stools
$3,200 / set
H 32.5 in Dm 14 in
Contemporary Bar Table and Bar Stool
Located in Sheffield, MA
beveled glass top. The matching bar stool consists of a welded stainless steel frame topped by a brown
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Bar Table and Bar Stool
Contemporary Bar Table and Bar Stool
$950 / set
H 35.75 in W 30 in D 30 in
Three Mahogany Modern Bar Stools
Located in New York, NY
Three mahogany modern bar stools. Frames have a high gloss finish, brass stretcher, brass sabots
Category

1980s Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Faux Leather, Mahogany

Three Mahogany Modern Bar Stools
Three Mahogany Modern Bar Stools
$3,100 / item
H 40 in W 19.5 in D 21 in
Pair Wicker Bar Stools
Located in New York, NY
Pair wicker bar stools. Pair well made vintage wicker bar/counter stools with conforming arms and a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wicker

Pair Wicker Bar Stools
Pair Wicker Bar Stools
$2,750 / set
H 42.5 in W 24 in D 23.5 in
Verner Panton Cone Bar Stools
By Verner Panton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Verner Panton cone bar stools designed in 1958 and produced by Plus-Linje. I ONLY HAVE ONE. COULD
Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Metal

Verner Panton Cone Bar Stools
Verner Panton Cone Bar Stools
$995 Sale Price / item
64% Off
H 31.5 in Dm 15.5 in
Braided Rattan Bar Stool, 1940
Located in Marseille, FR
1940 Braided rattan bar stool in the spirit of Audoux Minet, 83 cm high by 32 cm wide and 30 cm
Category

20th Century Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Rattan

Braided Rattan Bar Stool, 1940
Braided Rattan Bar Stool, 1940
$423
H 32.68 in W 12.6 in D 11.82 in
Charlotte Perriand Style Chrome Bar Stools
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Perriand inspired wicker and chrome bar stools with angled seat back. Light and stylish
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Chrome

Charlotte Perriand Style Chrome Bar Stools
Charlotte Perriand Style Chrome Bar Stools
$495 / item
H 39.25 in W 15.5 in D 15.75 in
Erik Buck OD61 Bar Stools
By Erik Buch, O.D. Møbler A-S
Located in Vienna, AT
Erik Buck. Bar stool with solid teak frame with footrest, seat upholstered in black leather
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Hardwood, Teak

Erik Buck OD61 Bar Stools
Erik Buck OD61 Bar Stools
$1,700
H 33.08 in W 15.75 in D 16.54 in
Industrial Vintage Bar Stool 1970s - Germany
Located in Hannover, DE
Vintage Bar Stool Production Period: 1970s Add a touch of retro charm to your space with this
Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Teak

Industrial Vintage Bar Stool 1970s - Germany
Industrial Vintage Bar Stool 1970s - Germany
$423 / item
H 35.44 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in
Two American Chrome Bar Stools 'Priced Individually'
Located in Austin, TX
A vintage American bar stool of chrome steel, with stationary seat of chrome with vinyl upholstery
Category

20th Century American Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Erik Buck OD61 Bar Stools
By Erik Buch, O.D. Møbler A-S
Located in Vienna, AT
Erik Buck. Bar stool with solid hardwood frame with footrest, seat upholstered in black leather
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Hardwood

Erik Buck OD61 Bar Stools
Erik Buck OD61 Bar Stools
$3,700
H 33.08 in W 15.75 in D 16.54 in
Minimal Leather Chrome Cantilever Bar Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of sleek, minimal, post-modern bar stools feature flat bar chrome, cantilever bases with cream
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Chrome

Minimal Leather Chrome Cantilever Bar Stools
Minimal Leather Chrome Cantilever Bar Stools
$1,600 / set
H 41 in W 16 in D 17 in
Pair of 1960s Aluminum Bar Stools
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of 1960s cast aluminum bar stools with chrome footrests Diameter of seat is 14 1/4".
Category

1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Chrome, Aluminum

Pair of 1960s Aluminum Bar Stools
Pair of 1960s Aluminum Bar Stools
$2,900 / set
H 32.5 in Dm 18.75 in
Postmodern Memphis Style Bar Stool, 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Single bar stool in the style of Memphis Milano circa 1980s. Teal fabric cover is easily
Category

1980s Unknown Post-Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Steel

Postmodern Memphis Style Bar Stool, 1980s
Postmodern Memphis Style Bar Stool, 1980s
$350
H 41.75 in W 14.25 in D 17.75 in
Robert Josten Cast Aluminium Bar Stools
By Robert Josten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Robert Josten, these cast aluminum bar stools feature sculpted aluminum backs or frames
Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Robert Josten Cast Aluminium Bar Stools
Robert Josten Cast Aluminium Bar Stools
$2,500 / item
H 47.5 in W 18.5 in D 18 in
Metal Green upholstered Swivel Bar stools
Located in Pasadena, TX
These metal bar stools are made of metal and have upholstered seats. The have twisted metal backs
Category

20th Century American Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Metal

Metal Green upholstered Swivel Bar stools
Metal Green upholstered Swivel Bar stools
$560 Sale Price
20% Off
H 44 in Dm 18 in
Pair of McGuire Rattan swiveling Bar stools
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of McGuire Rattan swiveling Bar stools
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Faux Leather

Pair of McGuire Rattan swiveling Bar stools
Pair of McGuire Rattan swiveling Bar stools
$2,400 / set
H 42 in W 18 in D 18 in
20Thc Bar Stools In Dark Surface
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of complete matching bar stools have a wonderful dark surface or stain and in very good
Category

1940s American Adirondack Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Rattan, Wood

20Thc Bar Stools In Dark Surface
20Thc Bar Stools In Dark Surface
$1,775 / set
H 30 in W 15 in D 16 in
Contemporary Post-War Leather Bar Stools
Located in Queens, NY
3 Contemporary Post-War Design dark wood stained square bar stools with a black leather seat and a
Category

20th Century American Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood, Leather

Contemporary Post-War Leather Bar Stools
Contemporary Post-War Leather Bar Stools
$750 / item
H 30 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bar Stool Vintage Design 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
Bar stool from the 1950s and 60s, which has a nice contrast between its black steel base and the
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Steel

Bar Stool Vintage Design 1950
Bar Stool Vintage Design 1950
$1,196
H 30.32 in Dm 12.6 in
Mahogany and Brass Captain’s Chair Bar Stool
Located in New York, NY
Mahogany and brass captain’s chair bar stool. Vintage swivel weighted bar stool of rich mahogany
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Brass

Mahogany and Brass Captain’s Chair Bar Stool
Mahogany and Brass Captain’s Chair Bar Stool
$1,450
H 45.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
Bar Stools in Rosewood Produced in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of bar stools produced in Denmark.
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Steel

Bar Stools in Rosewood Produced in Denmark
Bar Stools in Rosewood Produced in Denmark
$3,626 / set
H 29.93 in Dm 14.18 in
Italian High Bar Stools with Backrest
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
M/1957 - Rare pair of Italian high bar stools with backrest, in sturdy beech wood and Vienna straw
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Other Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Fruitwood

Italian High Bar Stools with Backrest
Italian High Bar Stools with Backrest
$1,208 / set
H 33.86 in Dm 14.77 in
Oak Plank Seat Bar Stools, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of oak plank seat bar stools from the mid century. These stools are very strong & sturdy. They
Category

Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood

Oak Plank Seat Bar Stools, Pair
Oak Plank Seat Bar Stools, Pair
$975 / set
H 24 in W 14 in D 14 in
C603 Bar Stool, New Éditon
By Feelgood design, Yuzuru Yamakawa 1
Located in Courbevoie, FR
The C603 bar stool is a variation of the C603 Chair by the Japanese designer Yuzuru Yamakawa
Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Rattan

C603 Bar Stool, New Éditon
C603 Bar Stool, New Éditon
$901 / item
H 40.56 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
Frederick Weinberg Midcentury Swivel Bar Stool
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in St. Louis, MO
Single Frederick Weinberg circa 1950s swivel bar stool, refinished wrought iron base and black
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

MidCentury Iron Bar Stools Set of 4
Located in Pomona, CA
A midcentury set of four iron bar stools with brass accents. Original seat covers.
Category

1960s American Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Brass, Iron

MidCentury Iron Bar Stools Set of 4
MidCentury Iron Bar Stools Set of 4
$2,000 / set
H 32.75 in W 19.35 in D 20 in
French Modern Bar Stools
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
The French Modern Bar Stools combine industrial strength with natural warmth, featuring a metal
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Metal

French Modern Bar Stools
French Modern Bar Stools
$2,500
H 27 in W 15 in D 15 in
20th Century French Upholstered Bar Stool
Located in High Point, NC
Transform your bar area with the understated elegance of this 20th Century French Upholstered Bar
Category

20th Century French Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood

20th Century French Upholstered Bar Stool
20th Century French Upholstered Bar Stool
$795 / item
H 35 in W 11.8 in D 11.8 in
Vintage brutalist bar stools, set of 5 - 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage brutalist bar stools with elegant wrought iron bases and wooden seats. These bar stools
Category

1970s German Rustic Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage brutalist bar stools, set of 5 - 1970s
Vintage brutalist bar stools, set of 5 - 1970s
$1,501 / set
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Modern Set of Five Chrome Bar Stools
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Set of five chrome bar stools. Reupholstery in good condition. Great for a bar or kitchen stools.
Category

1990s Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Chrome

Modern Set of Five Chrome Bar Stools
Modern Set of Five Chrome Bar Stools
$3,700
H 39 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
1960s Swedish Teak Bar Stool
Located in London, GB
A vintage Swedish bar stool from the 1960s, crafted from solid teak with a simple yet refined
Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Teak

1960s Swedish Teak Bar Stool
1960s Swedish Teak Bar Stool
$994
H 31.7 in W 15.36 in D 15.36 in
Robert Josten Sculpted Aluminium Bar Stools, Pair
By Robert Josten
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Outstanding aluminium bar stools designed by Robert Josten. Cast aluminium with beechwood seats
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Robert Josten Sculpted Aluminium Bar Stools, Pair
Robert Josten Sculpted Aluminium Bar Stools, Pair
$1,950 / set
H 47.5 in W 18.5 in D 18 in
Set of Three Vintage Italian Bar Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great set of vintage Italian bar stools in great condition. Very solid and well made.
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Steel

Set of Three Vintage Italian Bar Stools
Set of Three Vintage Italian Bar Stools
$3,250 / set
H 36 in W 26 in D 28 in
Pair of Modern Studded Leather Bar Stools
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Modern Studded Leather Bar Stools with a whimsical iron base. Statement pieces for a bar or
Category

1990s Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Iron

Pair of Modern Studded Leather Bar Stools
Pair of Modern Studded Leather Bar Stools
$850 / set
H 26 in Dm 17.5 in
Set of Three High Back Bar Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four matching high back bar stools with spindle backs. The construction is very good and
Category

20th Century American Adirondack Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood

Set of Three High Back Bar Stools
Set of Three High Back Bar Stools
$1,495
H 37 in W 14 in D 14 in
Vintage Danish Teak Bar Stool with Arms
Located in New York, NY
Teak bar stool with arms and upholstered seat. Denmark, circa 1960. Signed. Features blue-gray
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Leather

Vintage Danish Teak Bar Stool with Arms
Vintage Danish Teak Bar Stool with Arms
$1,200
H 39 in W 22 in D 17.5 in
Vintage brutalist bar stools, set of 6 - 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage brutalist bar stools with elegant wrought iron bases and wooden seats and backrests. These
Category

1970s German Rustic Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage brutalist bar stools, set of 6 - 1970s
Vintage brutalist bar stools, set of 6 - 1970s
$2,115 / set
H 41.34 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Pair of bar stools by Sergio Rodrigues
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in København K, DK
Pair of 2 elegantly carved Brutalist "Marbella" bar stools by Confonorm. Stools have 3 legs, saddle
Category

1970s Spanish Spanish Colonial Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Iron

Pair of bar stools by Sergio Rodrigues
Pair of bar stools by Sergio Rodrigues
$1,441
H 33.47 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
1990s Set of Five Oak Bar Stools
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Set of five oak bar stools with a straight frame and curved seat, dating from the 1990s. A timeless
Category

1990s Swedish Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Oak

1990s Set of Five Oak Bar Stools
1990s Set of Five Oak Bar Stools
$3,620 / set
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in
Early 20th Century Plank Seat Bar Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20th century large plank seat bar stool. Natural wood color and in great condition. stool is
Category

Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood

Set of Three Woven Wicker Swivel Bar Stools
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A set of three woven wicker swivel bar stools.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wicker, Bamboo

Set of Three Woven Wicker Swivel Bar Stools
Set of Three Woven Wicker Swivel Bar Stools
$2,250 / set
H 39 in W 16 in D 15 in
Brutalist Spanish Marbella Bar Stool, 1970s
By Confonorm
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
"Marbella" bar stool manufactured by Confonorm in Spain in the 70s. The legs are reinforced with a
Category

1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Steel

Brutalist Spanish Marbella Bar Stool, 1970s
Brutalist Spanish Marbella Bar Stool, 1970s
$672
H 33.47 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in
Set of Three Hand Wrought Iron Scrollwork Bar Stools
Located in Redding, CT
Set of Three Hand Wrought Iron Scrollwork Bar Stools. Gorgeous hand forged craftsmanship. These are
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Iron

Set of Three Hand Wrought Iron Scrollwork Bar Stools
Set of Three Hand Wrought Iron Scrollwork Bar Stools
$3,500
H 47.5 in W 17.75 in D 21.25 in
Pair 1970's Vintage Traditional style Bar Stools
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1970's Vintage Traditional style Bar Stools. Lighter toned wood.
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Wood

Pair 1970's Vintage Traditional style Bar Stools
Pair 1970's Vintage Traditional style Bar Stools
$1,140 Sale Price
20% Off
H 43 in W 22 in D 24.5 in
Custom Repurposed Mid Century Bar Stool w/ Teak Seat, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Custom pair of reclaimed mid century bar stools featuring a 1950's Knoll style cast aluminum bar
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Custom Repurposed Mid Century Bar Stool w/ Teak Seat, Pair
Custom Repurposed Mid Century Bar Stool w/ Teak Seat, Pair
$897 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 26.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
Postmodern Lucite Bar Stools set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Lucite bar stools in the style of great artists, each featuring a footrest and magenta star dust
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bar Stools

Materials

Lucite

Postmodern Lucite Bar Stools set of Four
Postmodern Lucite Bar Stools set of Four
$5,196 Sale Price / set
35% Off
H 34 in W 16 in D 20 in
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Vintage Bar Stools For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage bar stools is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and fabric, all vintage bar stools available were constructed with great care. Vintage bar stools have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage bar stools bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Vintage bar stools have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Arthur Umanoff, Erik Buch and Milo Baughman are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Bar Stools?

Prices for vintage bar stools can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage bar stools begin at $1 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,125.

Finding the Right Stools for You

Stools are versatile and a necessary addition to any living room, kitchen area or elsewhere in your home. A sofa or reliable lounge chair might nab all the credit, comfort-wise, but don’t discount the roles that good antique, new and vintage stools can play.

“Stools are jewels and statements in a space, and they can also be investment pieces,” says New York City designer Amy Lau, who adds that these seats provide an excellent choice for setting an interior’s general tone. 

Stools, which are among the oldest forms of wooden furnishings, may also serve as decorative pieces, even if we’re talking about a stool that is far less sculptural than the gracefully curving molded plywood shells that make up Sōri Yanagi’s provocative Butterfly stool

Fawn Galli, a New York interior designer, uses her stools in the same way you would use a throw pillow. “I normally buy several styles and move them around the home where needed,” she says.

Stools are smaller pieces of seating as compared to armchairs or dining chairs and can add depth as well as functionality to a space that you’ve set aside for entertaining. For a splash of color, consider the Stool 60, a pioneering work of bentwood by Finnish architect and furniture maker Alvar Aalto. It’s manufactured by Artek and comes in a variety of colored seats and finishes.

Barstools that date back to the 1970s are now more ubiquitous in kitchens. Vintage barstools have seen renewed interest, be they a meld of chrome and leather or transparent plastic, such as the Lucite and stainless-steel counter stool variety from Indiana-born furniture designer Charles Hollis Jones, who is renowned for his acrylic works. A cluster of barstools — perhaps a set of four brushed-aluminum counter stools by Emeco or Tubby Tube stools by Faye Toogood — can encourage merriment in the kitchen. If you’ve got the room for family and friends to congregate and enjoy cocktails where the cooking is done, consider matching your stools with a tall table.

Whether you need counter stools, drafting stools or another kind, explore an extensive range of antique, new and vintage stools on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Bar Stools
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A counter-height stool is generally good for placing in front of a kitchen island. Most have seat heights of 24 to 27 inches, which works well with standard 36-inch-high kitchen counters. Generally, the stool seat should be around nine to 11 inches from the bottom of the counter. On 1stDibs, find a collection of counter-height stools.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The most comfortable bar stool is a matter of preference. There are many different types of bar stools for your house, and many different comfy versions have been developed over time. To select the best one, we suggest thinking about height, weight, design and fabric so you can find the best set for your preferences and budget. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary bar stools from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The height of a bar stool is typically around 28 to 38 inches tall. This is because bar tops are usually around 40 to 42 inches high, so bar stools need to be under this height in order to provide ample leg room.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called a bar stool has to do with where you typically place this type of furniture. Usually featuring seat heights of 28 to 33 inches, these chairs situate a user at a comfortable level to eat and drink at a bar, whether in a home or in a restaurant. Bar stools are taller than seating intended for use at kitchen counters, known as counter stools, which usually have a seat height of 24 to 27 inches. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of counter stools.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, bar stools are taller than counter stools. The average height of counter stools is 24 inches, and they are best suited for counter height tables and kitchen islands. Barstools are typically an additional five to six inches taller to fit the height of traditional bar counters. Shop a wide selection of bar stools and counter-height stools on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    The difference between bar stools and counter stools comes down to height. Bar stools are usually between 28 and 32 inches tall to provide comfortable seating at bars and bar-height tables. To pair with kitchen counters and counter-height tables, counter stools are normally 24 to 27 inches tall. Find a large collection of dining stools on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2023
    Whether saddle bar stools are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, some people find the curved seats featured on these stools supportive because they conform to the body's contours. Find a variety of saddle bar stools on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A standard bar stool will sit around 29 to 32 inches high, and extra-tall bar stools will sit around 33 to 36 inches high. To ensure the best fit for your space, measure the height of the bar or table you want to accent. Shop a wide selection of bar stools on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The comfort of a rattan bar stool is really a matter of preference. Some styles are crafted with a back or cushion for additional comfort, while some may support the addition of a cushioned seat. On 1stDivs, find a range of rattan bar stool styles to suit any preference.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Since counters are generally 34 to 39 inches high, counter stools should be 24 to 27 inches tall; bars are 40 to 46 inches from the ground, so bar stools typically stand 30 to 36 inches tall.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Counter height bar stools are stools that typically have a seat around 24 inches to 27 inches high and are designed to provide seating along a bar or at counter height tables. On 1stDibs, find an array of counter height bar stools from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The best wood for bar stools is largely a matter of personal preference. Walnut, oak, cherry and birch are commonly used materials. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bar stools from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To identify Marcel Breuer bar stools, start by examining the frame. Genuine models will usually feature smooth, welded ends. Most reproductions have end caps instead. You can also look for a sticker that bears the model name on the underside of the seat. On 1stDibs, find a range of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer bar stools.