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Iron Stacking Stools

Wood and Iron Stacking Tables / stools
By Luther Conover
Located in Denton, TX
Set of four iron tripod legged stools / tables with ebonized wood tops. There is a nice patina of
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and St...

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Iron

New Industrial Wrought Iron Shop Stacking Stool
Located in Miami, FL
Industrial, counter height, shop stool features a wrought iron frame and seat. You can customize
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2010s Spanish Industrial Stools

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Iron

New Industrial Wrought Iron Shop Stacking Stool
New Industrial Wrought Iron Shop Stacking Stool
H 29.52 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Stacking Counter Stool, Wire Stool in White
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Bend Goods wire furniture Another twist on the Lucy chair by Bend Goods, the Stacking Lucy Counter
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2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Metal, Iron

Mid-Century Modern, Minimalist Stacking Counter Stool, Wire Stool in Black
By Bend Goods
Located in Ontario, CA
Bend Goods wire furniture Another twist on the Lucy chair by Bend Goods, the Stacking Lucy Counter
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2010s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron, Metal

Unopiu' Conrad Stool Outdoor Collection
By Unopiù
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Essential lines and the stability of iron represent the compositional qualities that make Conrad
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools

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Iron

Unopiu' Conrad Stool Outdoor Collection
Unopiu' Conrad Stool Outdoor Collection
H 39.98 in W 22.05 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Industrial Italian Stool, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Industrial stackable stool made in Italy during the 1970s. The stool consists of an iron
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Vintage 1970s Italian Industrial Stools

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Iron

Vintage Industrial Italian Stool, 1970s
Vintage Industrial Italian Stool, 1970s
H 21.66 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Colorful Tembo Stool, Note Design Studio
By Note Design Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
stool made of stacked pieces of wood, metal, and cork. This ‘modern TOTEM’ has a playful and bulky
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2010s French Modern Stools

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Iron

Hi-Glob Philippe Starck Bar Stools for Kartell, Italy, 1993
By Philippe Starck
Located in Weesp, NL
Philippe Starck six Hi-Glob stackable barstools for Kartell Italy 1993 in good condition. These
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1990s Italian Modern Stools

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Iron

Set of Three Vintage Iron and Canvas Side Tables / Stools
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three vintage iron and canvas side tables / stools, circa 1970s. The table bases are forged
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Iron

Wonderful Pair of Arthur Umanoff Wrought Iron Stools Benches Mid-Century Modern
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful pair of Arthur Umanoff stacking stools from the 1964 Grenada Collection for Boyuer Scott
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Iron

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Contemporary Oak Counter Stool 'TR', Fora Projects
By Fora Projects, Studio Theresa Rand
Located in Paris, FR
TR Bar / Counter Stool by Fora Projects Designed by Theresa Rand Material: Oak wood Color: Medium brown Brown surface treatment with non-toxic hardwax oil Dimensions: H: 88, L: 4...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Oak

Brutal Black Oak Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This solid oak brutal dining table with a triangular base and a dramatic black aesthetic finish, gives every space you place it a modern and unique look. Hand-crafted by Mexican Arte...
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Brutal Black Oak Dining Table
Brutal Black Oak Dining Table
H 30 in W 98 in D 46 in
Modern Design For Leisure Ostrich Brass Bar Stools Set of 3 Barstool
Located in Wayne, NJ
Design For Leisure brass bar stools set of 3. Has Faux Ostrich upholstery.
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1990s American Modern Stools

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Metal

Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand Style Wicker and Chrome Dining Chairs
By Charlotte Perriand, Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand Style Wicker Dining Chairs with Chrome Legs and 17" Seat Height. In original condition, wear is consistent with age and use. Similar Stools available, lis...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Chrome

Erik Buck OD61 Walnut Counter Stools
By O.D. Møbler A-S, Erik Buch
Located in Vienna, AT
Sculpted stools of walnut wood, seats upholstered in black leather, model OD 61. Designed by Erik Buch in the 1960s for by O.D. Møbler in Denmark. Dimensions: 33.5" height x 16" wid...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Leather, Walnut

Erik Buck OD61 Walnut Counter Stools
Erik Buck OD61 Walnut Counter Stools
H 33.08 in W 14.18 in D 14.97 in
Mid Century Modern Bar & Counter Stools w Raffia & Maple & Iron - Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 4 iron framed bar stools with raffia wrapped backs and maple slatted seats. They swivel also! In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, plastic glides on all...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Bertoia for Knoll Stool
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bertoia design counter stool manufactured by Knoll International, circa 1950s-1960s. This example is in very good original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Wrought Iron

Bertoia for Knoll Stool
Bertoia for Knoll Stool
H 41.5 in W 21 in D 20 in
4x Shaker Counter stools by Ambrozia, Walnut, Black Steel, Cream Vinyl
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The Shaker bar stool chair is handmade to order from our unique Ambrozia black textured steel tubing frame and a premium vinyl upholstered seat and back. Inspired by the boarding lad...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools

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Steel

3 MCM Samsonite Black Vinyl Faux Leather & Chrome Bar Counter Stools Adjustable
By Samsonite
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage mid-century modern Samsonite black vinyl faux leather & chrome bar or counter stools set of 3. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Metal, Chrome

3 Pierce Martin Modern Rattan Bentwood Bamboo Leather Linen Bar Counter Stools
By Pierce Martin
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage set of three Pierce Martin barstools featuring faux bamboo and rattan frame with foot rest, leather seat, nailhead trim and linen back. Atlanta-based, PierceMartin is contin...
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Stools

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Linen, Bamboo, Bentwood

5 Elite Manufacturing Corp Elliot Modern Adjustable Swivel Counter Bar Stools
By Elite
Located in Dayton, OH
A set of five vintage Elliot bar stools by Elite Mfg corp. A nod to the classic Scandinavian modern era. The Elliot seating group is a unique mix of ergonomic comfort and sculptur...
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Metal

Beatriz Counter Stools by Newel Modern
Located in New York, NY
4 "Beatriz" counter stools featuring an industrial / biomorphic design that combines an organic form of a brass seat and contrasting dark patinaed textured base into a work of sculpt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Stools

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Metal, Bronze

Beatriz Counter Stools by Newel Modern
Beatriz Counter Stools by Newel Modern
H 26.5 in W 17 in D 13.5 in
Classic Midcentury Frederic Weinberg Bar / Counter Stools, Iron and Naugahyde
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic set of 4 midcentury Bar / Counter Stools, designed by Frederic Weinberg. Amazing design. Superior quality and construction. Heavy wrought iron. Retains original Naugahyde uph...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Wrought Iron

Bar / Counter Leather Wood Chrome Stools in the style of Leon Pace
By Pace Collection
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of black wood framed bar / counter stools with ostrich styled leather seats . The rounded backs are great for long periods of comfortable sitting with the legs tapering down t...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Stools

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Chrome

Hee Bar Stool High - White , by Hee Welling for Hay
By Hee Welling
Located in Dubai, AE
The absence of superfluous details in the Hee Bar Stool seems even more pronounced by its height and the presence of long slender legs. The ultimate in elemental design, this versati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Scandinavian Modern Stools

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Steel

Una Counter Stool by Estudio Persona
By Estudio Persona
Located in Geneve, CH
Una counter stool by Estudio Persona Dimensions: W 45.8 x D 48.3 x H 94 cm Materials: Solid maple, natural vegetable leather Solid maple, upholstered back bolster in natural veg...
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2010s American Modern Stools

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Leather, Maple

Una Counter Stool by Estudio Persona
Una Counter Stool by Estudio Persona
H 37.01 in W 18.04 in D 19.02 in

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6 Iron factory Stools by "Nicole", France, circa 1950
Located in Roubaix, FR
6 French riveted Iron factory stack able grey stools by "Nicole", circa 1950. Price for 6 pieces
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Vintage 1950s French Industrial Stools

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Iron

Set of Six Stools by Danny Ho Fong
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Providence, RI
Stools designed by Danny Ho Fong, and produced by Tropi-Cal, circa 1966. Iron frames have been
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Steel

Set of Six Stools by Danny Ho Fong
Set of Six Stools by Danny Ho Fong
H 16.5 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
Solid Walnut and Iron Stackable Stools or End Tables
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Solid walnut and iron stackable stools or side tables, circa late 1950s. These examples have subtly
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Midcentury Luther Conover Style Walnut Iron Stacking Stools Set of 3 Rare
By Luther Conover
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury style of Luther Conover solid walnut seats with iron base (1) set of 3 stacking stools
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Steel

Frederic Weinberg Stacking Iron Stools
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nice, very original set of Frederic Weinberg stools. Work well together as a bench or can be
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Vintage Rattan and Iron Stacking Counter Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant and clean lined counter stool with black iron frame and rattan seats. In good condition
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Clifford Pascoe Stacking Tripod Stools
By Clifford Pascoe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Clifford Pascoe stacking tripod stools in Knoll Riving ton red fabric seats and all their original
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Wrought Iron

Set of Mid-Century Stacking Stools
By Luther Conover
Located in San Francisco, CA
Smart set of three stacking stools or drink tables. Wrought iron legs support the maple wood seats
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Vintage 1950s American Stools

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Wrought Iron

Gilded Iron Upholstered Stool
Located in New Orleans, LA
The perfect little stool to pull up or to place a stack of books. Gilded iron legs in a bamboo
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20th Century French Stools

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Iron

Gilded Iron Upholstered Stool
Gilded Iron Upholstered Stool
H 18 in W 16 in D 16 in
Trio of Stacking Stools or Tables
By Luther Conover
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three stacking stools or small side tables with wrought iron bases and solid mahogany tops
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Trio of Stacking Stools or Tables
Trio of Stacking Stools or Tables
H 17 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in
Florence Knoll Stacking Stools, Knoll Associates, circa 1950
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Rochester, NY
An early pair of Florence Knoll for Knoll associates stacking stools (tables) with original white
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Steel

Set of 4 Iron + Rope Stools, France, 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of 4 French stools featuring sleek black iron frames with stretchers and woven rope seats
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Set of 4 Iron + Rope Stools, France, 1960s
Set of 4 Iron + Rope Stools, France, 1960s
H 21 in W 13.25 in D 13.25 in
Three Knoll No. 75 Stools with Wrought Iron Legs
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
birch seat and wrought iron legs in a ‘hairpin’ style. The stools stack for ease of storage
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Wrought Iron

Mid Century retro Green vinyl Kitchen stools stackable Set of 2 50s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Mid century set of 2 stools These sweet retro stools will bring the perfect boho vibe. Dating from
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Metal

Pair of Stools by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of simple, stacking iron stools with newly caned seats by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Early Florence Knoll No. 75 Stool for Knoll Associates, circa 1950
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stool or side table. These stools are also stackable for ease of storage, should you be looking to
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Wrought Iron

Early Set of Arne Jacobsen Dot Stools
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare and early set of the three legged stackable Dot stools by Arne Jacobsen circa 1950. Steam
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Vintage 1950s Stools

Early Set of Arne Jacobsen Dot Stools
Early Set of Arne Jacobsen Dot Stools
H 18 in W 12.25 in D 12.25 in
4 MCM Iron & Wood Dining Chairs Attributed to Clifford Pascoe for Modernmasters
By Modernmasters Inc., Clifford Pascoe
Located in Topeka, KS
bentwood stacking stool; a young Charles Eames worked for Artek during WWII designing splints out of molded
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Set of Three Florence Knoll Model 75 Stacking Stools, 1940's
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Bainbridge, NY
surfaces on black enameled Iron tripod, hairpin legs. Seat 13 D. Fine. Classic. Rarity.
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

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Iron

Early Pair of Florence Knoll Stackable Stools
By Florence Knoll
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Early pair of Florence Knoll stackable stools, circa early 1950s. These examples have beautifully
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Set of Two Stacking Bar Stools in Wicker Cane
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in South Charleston, WV
not for Raymor. These two tiki style bar stools feature woven wicker cane in two-tone. The cane is in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Steel

Set of Four Black Wood and Iron Tripod Stacking Tables, 1950s
By Luther Conover
Located in Bainbridge, NY
California modern black iron ebonized nesting tables, in the manner of Luther Conover. Featuring a
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Stools

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Iron

Pair of Early Original Vintage Hairpin Stacking Stools or Side Tables by Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Classic three-legged stools or side tables with round top and lacquered wrought iron
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Stacking Tables by Tony Paul
By Tony Paul
Located in Brooklyn, NY
tops and a bent rod iron frame. Unique tabletop sits on a tripod base with rubber feet. Versatile
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

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Iron

Two Stools after Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
loss, normal and consistent with age. These stools will stack for easy storage. Seats 16 L x 10.5 W
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Wrought Iron

Two Stools after Umanoff
Two Stools after Umanoff
H 31 in W 20.75 in D 16.5 in
John Risley Set of Rattan and Iron Nesting Tables, 1953
By John Risley
Located in Pawtucket, RI
stools. Largest table measures 21 x 17 high.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

Early Florence Knoll Stacking Stool(s)
Located in New York, NY
Three stacking stools of laminated birch with micarta tops and hairpin metal legs designed by
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Vintage 1950s American Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Florence Knoll, Stacking Stools, USA, C. 1952
By Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Set of four stools in laminate with enameled iron legs by Florence Knoll Measure: Diameter of top
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20th Century American Stools

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Laminate, Rubber

Rare and Early Set of Three Birch Stacking Stools by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Set of three birch plywood stools with enameled iron and rubber bases by Florence Knoll
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Vintage 1950s American Stools

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Rubber

Two Yellen "Checkerboard Collection" Nesting Stools
By Maxwell Yellen
Located in New York, NY
Rarely seen stack of two nesting stools with hairpin legs of blackened wrought iron with wooden
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Wrought Iron

Stacking Stools
Located in San Francisco, CA
Birch wood and wrought iron stacking stools with rubber bumpers, set of three.
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20th Century American Stools

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Birch, Rubber

Stacking Stools
Stacking Stools
H 19 in Dm 14 in
Luther Conover Stacking Stools
Located in Berkeley, CA
Rare set of nesting stools designed by Luther Conover.
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Vintage 1950s Stools

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Iron

Early Florence Knoll Hairpin Stacking Stools
Located in Berkeley, CA
Rare stacking stools in birch with black hairpin legs designed by Florence Knoll in 1947.
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Vintage 1950s Stools

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Iron

Early Florence Knoll Stacking Hairpin Stools 1947
By Florence Knoll
Located in Berkeley, CA
Rare set of three stacking hairpin stools designed by Florence Knoll c.1947. Birch plywood tops
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Set of 3 mahogany & iron nesting stools, Luther Conover
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 nesting stools for Modern Color. Conover's Sausalito CA studio was a large part of the
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Vintage 1950s American Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Iron

Set of 3 Iron and Mahogany stool/tables by Luther Conover
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of three nesting table in mahogany with iron legs by California furniture maker Luther Conover
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Vintage 1950s American Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Iron

Extremely Rare Set of Three Stacking Stools Designed by Maxwell Yellen, Yellen I
Located in Sylacauga, AL
Extremely rare set of three stacking stools designed by Maxwell Yellen, Yellen Interiors, New York
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Vintage Air French Army Old Blue Iron Tolix Stools, 1950s
By Tolix
Located in Roubaix, FR
Stackable 1950s Air French Army Tolix stools 1950s original used blue color with old French Army
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Vintage 1950s Industrial Stools

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Iron

Inco Iron and Wood Midcentury California Design Tables Stools, 1950s
By Inco
Located in San Diego, CA
Inco stacking side tables or stools. Iron frame and solid wood top. Great original patina. Set of
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Luther Conover Nesting Stools
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of three nesting stools by Bay Area's own Luther Conover, with round solid mahogany tops and
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20th Century American Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wrought Iron

Luther Conover Nesting Stools
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of three nesting stools by Bay Area's own Luther Conover, with round solid mahogany and walnut
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Vintage 1950s American Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Iron

Raymond Jean Iron and Walnut Tables, 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
A pair of tripod iron and walnut stackable tables or stools by noted architect Raymond Jean of New
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Iron

Rattan and Iron Stacking Stools or Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of four rattan and iron legged stacking stools and or tables. Wonderful patina to the Rattan
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Metal

S/3 Black Wrought Iron w/ Red, Green & White Vinyl Stacking Stools / Side Tables
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a set of three Mid-Century Modern Frederick Weinberg style black wrought iron stacking
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Pair of Bar Stools in the style of Arthur Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in New York, NY
Charming pair of wrought iron stools with woven rattan seats. The stools are stackable. Please
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Luther Conover Stacking Stools
By Luther Conover
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Luther Conover stacking stool circa 1950 wrought iron, mahogany, rubber 11.5 high by 13 in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wrought Iron

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Iron Stacking Stools For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of iron stacking stools available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct iron stacking stools — often made from metal, iron and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 4 antique and vintage iron stacking stools at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Iron stacking stools have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of iron stacking stools to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, industrial and modern iron stacking stools are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iron stacking stools over the years, but those made by Bend Goods, Arthur Umanoff and Danny Ho Fong are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Iron Stacking Stools?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $540, while they’re typically $196 on the low end and $3,317 highest priced.

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.