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Retro French Counter Stools

4 Vintage Ballard Design Marlow French Country Leather Nailhead Counter Stools
Located in Dayton, OH
Four vintage Ballard Designs Marlow low bar or counter height stools featuring French Country
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Late 20th Century French Provincial Retro French Counter Stools

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Leather, Hardwood

Set of 2 French Hammered Solid Aluminum Industrial Counter Height Bar Stools 70s
Located in Deland, FL
Forged from solid aluminum these exceptional stools were built to last forever. Featuring pierced
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1970s French Industrial Retro French Counter Stools

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Metal, Aluminum

Set of Four '4' Hammered Industrial Counter Height Bar Stools, France, C. 1950s
Located in Deland, FL
Forged from solid aluminum these exceptional stools were built to last forever. Featuring pierced
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1950s French Industrial Retro French Counter Stools

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Aluminum

Set of Three Minton-Spidell French Country Style Counter Stools Ca. Late 20th C.
By Minton-Spidell
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of three French Country style stools with turned wood frames and nailhead accents by Minton
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Retro French Counter Stools

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Upholstery, Wood

Mid-20th Century French Leather Counter or Barstools, a Pair
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, these Mid-20th century French Leather Counter or Barstools feature a
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Leather, Wood

Royalton Bar Stool by Philippe Starck for XO, France, 1988
By Philippe Starck
Located in Antwerp, BE
New York. These stools embody the visionary style of acclaimed French designer Philippe Starck. Each
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1980s French Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Aluminum

Vintage Country French Carved Oak Stools with Painted Rush Seat, Set of Four
Located in Dallas, TX
Dress a bar with this elegant set of vintage stools armchairs. Hand carved from oak wood in
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Late 20th Century French Country Retro French Counter Stools

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Rush, Oak

Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Bar Stools
Located in Sheffield, MA
. Made in France in 1950s. The stools would be equally at home in a cafe bar, kitchen counter or
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Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Retro French Counter Stools

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Bamboo

Three Vintage Black Leather Bar Stools with Metal Legs on Circular Support
Located in San Francisco, CA
Three bar stools with a circular black leather seat, with four metal legs joined by a a circular
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Late 20th Century French Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Metal

Hi-Glob Philippe Starck Bar Stools for Kartell, Italy, 1993
By Philippe Starck
Located in Weesp, NL
counter or bar stools will be shipped overseas in a custom made wooden crate. Cost of transport to the US
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1990s Italian Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Iron

Metal Barstools, Black Lacquer, Chrome, Grey Leather, France, 1950s
Located in Regensburg, DE
Introducing our exquisite Art Deco Style midcentury bar stools, sourced from France in the 1950s
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Chrome, Metal

French Counter Chair in Red Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Counter chair, chrome-plated metal, velvet, France, 1970s. This counter or bar stool convinces
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Metal, Chrome

Retro French Counter Chair in Red Velvet Upholstery
French Counter Chair in Red Velvet Upholstery
H 30.71 in W 17.33 in D 19.69 in
Vintage vine wood branch bar with stools, 1950s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Up for sale is this rather unique bar counter made from vine wood branches. This sculptural bar
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1950s French Rustic Retro French Counter Stools

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Wood

Vintage vine wood branch bar with stools, 1950s
Vintage vine wood branch bar with stools, 1950s
H 40.16 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Dry Bar with Two Stools in Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker by Tito Agnoli, Italy 1950s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Roma, IT
counter is completed by its original pair of stools of outstanding quality, made in a mix of curved bamboo
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Wicker, Cane, Bamboo, Rattan, Laminate, Wood, Formica

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LUrman Sconces
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaires contemporary collection, the LUrman Sconces are adjustable reading sconces in brass. Single E12 based socket per sconce. Maximum wattage 75 watts per ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass

Retro LUrman Sconces
LUrman Sconces
H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 12.5 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. In patinated unlacquerd brass and steel with (1) E26 medium based socket. Light...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Steel, Brass

Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to five tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut orb...
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2010s American Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass

10 Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 10 vintage Charles Pollock executive desk chair for Knoll. The ultimate ergonomic, office desk chair designed by this George Nelson apprentice, Charles Pollock. Sold separately.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Leather

Solid Black Oak Round Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This solid wood coffee table is handcrafted out of oak solid wood that retains its natural character.
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2010s Mexican Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Oak

Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconces
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' patinated outdoor sconces. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich verdigris ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Metal

Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier. All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass regular soc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Brass

Pullman Ball Sconces
By EB Studios
Located in Peekskill, NY
This small, simple and elegant geometric style sconce is a nod to turn of the century modernist Joseph Hoffman at his best. It has the look of a train car sconce. It’s delicately com...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Machine Age Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass

Pullman Ball Sconces
Pullman Ball Sconces
H 4.5 in W 4.5 in D 5.24 in
Leather Meander Wall Sconce
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Our updated Meander Reader light with a larger cone shade and new upward angle feature. Bulb can be fully recessed. Comes with suggested LED bulb. Choose from over 25 leather color...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass

Leather Meander Wall Sconce
Leather Meander Wall Sconce
H 16 in W 5 in D 12 in
Beachcomber Counter Stool in Walnut
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light and strong, the Beachcomber Counter Stool evokes the sight of an old wooden single hull; it's lean, sturdy mast together with the rigging worthy of the high seas. Constructed o...
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2010s American Shaker Retro French Counter Stools

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Maple, Walnut

Heavy Rustic Oak Brutalist Bar Height Stool
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy Rustic Oak Brutalist Bar Stool. In original condition, with visible wear and nice patina. Foot rest is 12.5" above floor. Weight is approx 30 lbs. Wear is consistent with its a...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Oak

Heavy Rustic Oak Brutalist Bar Height Stool
Heavy Rustic Oak Brutalist Bar Height Stool
H 29.5 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in
1 Mid-Century Eames H Miller Fiberglass Arm Shell Chair Walnut Moderna Stool
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
Charles and Ray married in 1941 and moved to California where they continued their furniture design work with molding plywood. During the war they were commissioned by the Navy to pr...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Fiberglass, Walnut

Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection.  An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
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2010s Belgian Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Linen

Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
H 31.5 in W 106.3 in D 39.38 in
Contemporary Minimal Round Side Table 3 Legs in Travertine Stone Natural Pores
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Medium Side Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key side table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Travertine

Brutalist Mid-Century Oak De Puydt Dining Chairs '12+'
Located in London, GB
A run of dining chairs by De Puydt, Belgium, c1970s. Solid oak. Well constructed, comfy and solid. Priced and sold individually. We have a volume of these in stock. Normally a...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Retro French Counter Stools

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Wood

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1960’s Woven French Breakfast Stools/Counter Stools/Bar Stools
By Mel Smilow
Located in London, Lambeth
A pair of French stools with beautiful natural woven seating.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Pine

Les Arcs Counter Stools
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Set of three counter stools in the style of Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs ski lodge.
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1950s French Retro French Counter Stools

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Chrome

Retro Les Arcs Counter Stools
Les Arcs Counter Stools
H 34 in W 19 in D 18 in
2 Frontgate Chapman Backless Swivel Bar & Counter Stools Leather Louis XV French
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
"Chapman bar and counter stools are the epitome of elegant seating. Features 180° return swivel
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Retro French Counter Stools

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Leather, Hardwood

Maison Gatti Cane Bistro Counter Stools, Set of Four
By Maison Gatti
Located in Wilton, CT
Incomparable quality, from France: Maison Gatti set of 4 cane bistro counter stools. Comfortable
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Wood

3 Vtg French Café Bistro Blue Woven Rattan Bentwood Counter Bar Stools Boho Chic
By Maison Gatti
Located in Dayton, OH
3 vintage Bohemian counter height stools after Maison Gatti, circa 1970s. Made from Bamboo and blue
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Retro French Counter Stools

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Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Six Midcentury Counter Stools in the Manner of Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Black Iron based stools with a three-legged triangular design and painted wood seats
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1960s French Retro French Counter Stools

Set of Three Post Modern Bar or Counter Stools Z Form by Les Industries Amisco
By Les Industries Amisco
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three Z form post modern style circa 1970's tubular steel and wood counter height stools
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Late 20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Steel

Bar Stools in Leather and Chrome Set of 3, France, 1960
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
, France 1960. These stools have quite some similarities to the chairs Charlotte Perriand selected for the
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Chrome

Bar stools in leather and chrome set of 2 France 1960
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful and elegant set of bar stools made in France in 1960. These stools are designed with
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Chrome

Two stools with pierced metal seats
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Two bar/counter stools with pierced metal tops, restored to original metal.
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1950s French Retro French Counter Stools

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Metal

Two stools with pierced metal seats
Two stools with pierced metal seats
H 30 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Vintage Bar with Stools by Maison Jansen, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Luxury bar counter with two bar stools in brass and brushed steel. The stools have their
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1970s French Hollywood Regency Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Steel, Brass

Vintage Bar with Stools by Maison Jansen, 1970s
Vintage Bar with Stools by Maison Jansen, 1970s
H 45.28 in W 59.06 in L 45.28 in
Philippe Starck Aleph Ubik Sarapis Bar Stools for Driade
By Philippe Starck, Driade, Aleph Ubik
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A set of 3 Driade steel Serapis stools designed Philippe Starck for his design firm Aleph Ubik
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1980s French Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Vintage 1970's Chrome Bar Stools
Located in London, GB
A beautiful set of four wedge shaped bar stools in chrome. These were made in France, they date
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Chrome

French Saddle Leather and Wood Barstools
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible pair of vintage French wood stools with leather wrapped seat. Fantastic patina to the
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1960s French Retro French Counter Stools

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Wood, Leather

French Saddle Leather and Wood Barstools
French Saddle Leather and Wood Barstools
H 33.5 in W 19.5 in D 16 in
1960s French Metal Hockers with Upholstered Seats, Set of Five
Located in High Point, NC
A set of five metal hockers with upholstered seats from France, circa 1960. Tall pedestals of
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Chrome

Philippe Starck
Located in Chicago, IL
PHILIPPE STARCK Miss Dora chairs for Driade, counter height stools/ chairs.
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Late 20th Century French Retro French Counter Stools

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Steel

Philippe Starck
Philippe Starck
H 31.5 in W 21 in D 17 in
Set of Bar Counter and Two Bar Stools from the 1950s
Located in Girona, ES
Set of bar counter and two bar stools. Counter in mahogany and rosewood veneer, French polish
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass

Chrome Bar Counter by Maison Jansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
match with the Maison Jansen bar stools. Measures: L 150 cm, D 50 cm, H 78 cm.
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1960s French Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Chrome Bar Counter by Maison Jansen
Chrome Bar Counter by Maison Jansen
H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 19.69 in
Set of Three Country French Ladder Back Bar Stools with Rush Seat from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
Dress a bar with this elegant set of vintage stools chairs. Hand carved from beech wood in Normandy
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Late 20th Century French Country Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Rush, Oak

Pair of Mid-Century French Louis XIII Carved Oak Six-Leg Side Tables or Stools
Located in Dallas, TX
cabinets, or an occasional seating as counter stools in a kitchen nook. Measures: 15.5" W x 13.5" D x 24.5
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Oak

Vintage Bar with Stools by Maison Jansen, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Hollywood regency 3-module bar counter made from copper, brass and suede with two matching bar
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1970s French Hollywood Regency Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass, Copper

Vintage Bar with Stools by Maison Jansen, 1970s
Vintage Bar with Stools by Maison Jansen, 1970s
H 47.25 in W 84.65 in D 31.11 in
Vintage burshed steel Bar with Stools by Maison Jansen, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Hollywood regency 3-module bar counter made from chrome and brushed steel panels with three
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1970s French Hollywood Regency Retro French Counter Stools

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Chrome, Steel

Maison Jansen Modular Dry Bar and Stools
By Maison Jansen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hollywood Regency bar counter consisting of three modules. Bronze patinated panels and frame
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Late 20th Century European Hollywood Regency Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Metal, Brass

Maison Jansen Modular Dry Bar and Stools
Maison Jansen Modular Dry Bar and Stools
H 47.25 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Pierre Chapo Counter Stool
By Pierre Chapo
Located in New York, NY
Stool by Pierre Chapo in solid elm, France, 1960s. Model #S-01-C Can also double as a side
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Elm

Pierre Chapo Counter Stool
Pierre Chapo Counter Stool
H 25.5 in W 13 in D 13 in
Set of Four Mid-Century Rattan Counter Stools
Located in Houston, TX
A set of four rattan counter stools from France evokes memories of iconic tiki bars like trader
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Mid-20th Century French Retro French Counter Stools

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Bamboo

Vintage Roche Bobois Leather Counter Stools, Set of 4
By Roche Bobois
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A Classic stool designed by Parisian-based manufacturer, Roche Bobois. The leather is such a great
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1980s French Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Chrome

Petite French Wood Stool with Knobby Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite vintage wood stool with knobby legs and circular seat from France. Original wood finish with
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Mid-20th Century French Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Wood

Genuine Tolix Vintage Stacking Stools Dining Table Height Hundred's Available
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine set of (4) Tolix steel stacking stools probably dating to the 1960's in a vibrant orange
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1960s French Industrial Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Steel

Six Stackable Hi-Glob Philippe Starck Bar Stools for Kartell, Italy, 1993
By Philippe Starck
Located in Weesp, NL
. These counter or bar stools will be shipped overseas in a custom made wooden crate. Cost of transport to
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1990s Italian Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Steel

French Louis XV Style Bar Counter and Pair of Cane Swivel Bar Stool Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage, custom quality, Louis XV / French country style parquetry top bar with pair of caned back
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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass, Copper

Maison Jansen, Hollywood regency bar counter, France, circa 1970
By Maison Jansen
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Maison Jansen, Hollywood regency 3-module bar counter with two matching bar stools, brass frame
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Brass, Copper

Exquisite Maison Jansen Bar Counter
Located in Antwerp, BE
possible match with the Maison Jansen bar stools. Measures: L 150 cm, D 50 cm, H 78 cm.
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1960s French Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Exquisite Maison Jansen Bar Counter
Exquisite Maison Jansen Bar Counter
H 30.71 in W 59.06 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern French Riviera Bamboo Bar with Stools, 1960s
Located in Prato, IT
pair of stools. Measures: Counter cm.145 x 100 x height 106 Stools diameter cm.36 x height 78 each
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Bamboo, Wicker, Formica

Midcentury French Riviera Wien Rattan and Bamboo Dry Bar, Italy, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury Wien rattan dry bar with two stools with double arch support. This spectacular
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Vintage Vinewood Branch Bar, 1950s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
stools. This sculptural bar counter can ideally be used as a wine tasting bar and is very decorative
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1950s French Brutalist Retro French Counter Stools

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Fruitwood

Vintage Vinewood Branch Bar, 1950s
Vintage Vinewood Branch Bar, 1950s
H 40.56 in W 38.59 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Lightly Distressed Set of (6) Tolix Steel Stacking Chairs Indoor Outdoor
Located in Chicago, IL
and stools in both kitchen counter and dining table heights. All of our Tolix will be offered on
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1960s French Industrial Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Steel

Natural Grapevine Root Counter Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
• Base made from grapevine roots • Solid wood seat • Mid-20th century • France Dimensions
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Mid-20th Century French Retro French Counter Stools

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Other

Natural Grapevine Root Counter Stool
Natural Grapevine Root Counter Stool
H 27.5 in W 24 in D 20 in
Pair of Polished Steel French Stools
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A pair of French counter height stool newly polished and lacquered.
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Mid-20th Century French Retro French Counter Stools

Two Telescopic Stools
Located in New Hope, PA
Great for counter/bar or dining, these adjustable stools are sleek and comfortable.
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1950s French Retro French Counter Stools

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Chrome

Two Telescopic Stools
Two Telescopic Stools
H 2,940 in Dm 12 in
Six Adjustable Steel Stools
Located in New Hope, PA
These stools are sleek and comfortable. They swivel and adjust to different heights and can be
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1950s French Retro French Counter Stools

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Steel

Six Adjustable Steel Stools
Six Adjustable Steel Stools
H 3,441 in W 14.5 in D 15 in
Set of Three Stools After Jean Prouvé
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of three oak and steel counter stools produced after a design by Jean Prouvé in France
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Steel

Dry Bar Counter with 3 Stools in Black Lacquer and Brass, France, 1980s
By Maison Jansen, Willy Rizzo
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Exceptional and very high quality bar counter with three rotatable bar stools from France, 1980s
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1980s French Hollywood Regency Retro French Counter Stools

Materials

Brass

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Retro French Counter Stools For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of retro French counter stools available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique retro French counter stools was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. Retro French counter stools have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Retro French counter stools are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and industrial styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many retro French counter stools are appealing in their simplicity, but Maison Jansen produced popular retro French counter stools that are worth a look.

How Much are Retro French Counter Stools?

Retro French counter stools can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,849, while the lowest priced sells for $400 and the highest can go for as much as $5,800.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.