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Cowhide Mid Century Stool
Located in Tampa, FL
A rectangular mid century stool. Black lacquered wooden legs with gold tips. Upholstered in cowhide
Category

1950s Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Cowhide, Wood, Lacquer

  • Cowhide Mid Century Stool
  • Retro Cowhide Mid Century Stool
  • Cowhide Mid Century Stool
  • Retro Cowhide Mid Century Stool
H 16.5 in. W 17 in. D 12 in.
Pair of Mid-Century Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These stylish and unusual mid-century stools feature sturdy iron hairpin frames, comfortable
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Iron

  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools
  • Retro Pair of Mid-Century Stools
  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools
  • Retro Pair of Mid-Century Stools
H 46 in. W 17 in. D 17 in.
Pair of Cast Iron Mid Century Stools
Located in New York, NY
A pair of cast iron mid century stools. Cast iron with swan head details.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Iron

  • Pair of Cast Iron Mid Century Stools
  • Retro Pair of Cast Iron Mid Century Stools
  • Pair of Cast Iron Mid Century Stools
  • Retro Pair of Cast Iron Mid Century Stools
H 19.75 in. W 19.5 in. D 12 in.
Pair of Italian Midcentury Stools
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of Italian midcentury stools or small benches, standing on trapezoidal legs with a framed and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Wood

  • Pair of Italian Midcentury Stools
  • Retro Pair of Italian Midcentury Stools
  • Pair of Italian Midcentury Stools
  • Retro Pair of Italian Midcentury Stools
H 24.81 in. W 24.81 in. D 13.78 in.
Pair of Charming Midcentury Stools
Located in New York, NY
Pair of charming Italian midcentury stools with brass legs Condition: Excellent vintage
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Brass

French Mid Century Stool Berger in Wood
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
French mid century stool in the manner of the Charlotte Perriand Berger made in solid wood. The
Category

1960s French Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Pine

  • French Mid Century Stool Berger in Wood
  • Retro French Mid Century Stool Berger in Wood
  • French Mid Century Stool Berger in Wood
  • Retro French Mid Century Stool Berger in Wood
H 15.75 in. W 11.82 in. D 11.82 in.
Pair of Midcentury Stools in Solid Elmwood, France, 1950s
By Pierre Chapo, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of midcentury stools in solid elmwood, France, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Wood

Guillerme et Chambron Oak French Mid-Century Stools
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
French mid-century stools by Guillerme et Chambron. France, c1960s. One of their most
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Wood

  • Guillerme et Chambron Oak French Mid-Century Stools
  • Retro Guillerme et Chambron Oak French Mid-Century Stools
  • Guillerme et Chambron Oak French Mid-Century Stools
  • Retro Guillerme et Chambron Oak French Mid-Century Stools
H 16.54 in. W 19.69 in. D 12.6 in.
Czech Red Beech Midcentury Stool, Original Well Preserved Condition, 1950s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Midcentury stool from Czechoslovakia Original well preserved condition Period: 1950-1959.
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Pair of Low Slung Asian Inspired Midcentury Stools
By James Mont
Located in Atlanta, GA
Low slung Asian inspired midcentury stools, American, circa 1950s. These pieces were probably
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Stool in Oak & Velvel, Ton Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By TON a.s.
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful mid-century stool produced by TON company in 1960s. The base is made of oak wood, Fully
Category

1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Up to Six Charming Zigzag Midcentury Stools, Pouf, Ottoman, Footstool, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to six charming midcentury stools or tabourets from the 1950s. Round shape with four brown
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Stool
Located in Austin, TX
Single stool from mid-century Italy featuring black leather and newly upholstered white shag seat
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Metal

  • Italian Mid-Century Stool
  • Italian Mid-Century Stool
  • Italian Mid-Century Stool
  • Italian Mid-Century Stool
H 20.5 in. Dm 18 in.
French Midcentury Stool
By Charlotte Perriand, Francis Jourdain
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Fantastic wood stool from France. Made in the 1960s. No hardware. Good vintage condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Oak

  • French Midcentury Stool
  • French Midcentury Stool
  • French Midcentury Stool
  • French Midcentury Stool
H 15.75 in. W 12.8 in. D 8.86 in.
Midcentury Stool, 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Made in the 1960s in the former Czechoslovakia. The stool were partially restored, I. the original
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Wood

  • Midcentury Stool, 1960s
  • Midcentury Stool, 1960s
  • Midcentury Stool, 1960s
  • Midcentury Stool, 1960s
H 15.75 in. W 16.15 in. D 12.21 in.
Pair of Mid-Century Stools
Located in Greding, DE
Set of four small stools on hairpin legs and low backs.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Iron

  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools
  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools
  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools
  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools
H 22.45 in. W 13 in. D 15.36 in.
Pair of Midcentury Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iron frame stools with unusual backs and metal footrests. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Iron

  • Pair of Midcentury Stools
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools
H 42.5 in. W 16 in. D 16 in.
Pair of Midcentury Stools
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of iron frame counter stools with vinyl cushioned seats. Strong Frederick Weinberg style
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Metal

  • Pair of Midcentury Stools
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools
H 26 in. W 14 in. D 14 in.
Brazilian Mid-century Stool in Rosewood
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Brazilian upholstered stool with structure in solid rosewood by unknown author.
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

  • Brazilian Mid-century Stool in Rosewood
  • Brazilian Mid-century Stool in Rosewood
  • Brazilian Mid-century Stool in Rosewood
  • Brazilian Mid-century Stool in Rosewood
H 19.69 in. W 15.75 in. D 20.48 in.
Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Midcentury small stool made of wood and fabric. Original well preserved condition.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Wood

  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
H 10.63 in. W 14.18 in. D 9.45 in.
Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood, fabric Original condition.
Category

1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1960s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1960s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1960s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1960s
H 17.33 in. W 20.48 in. D 13.78 in.
Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood, fabric Upholstery has signs of use Suitable for renovation upholstery Original condition.
Category

1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
  • Midcentury Stool or Tabouret, 1950s
H 18.9 in. W 21.66 in. D 16.15 in.
Mid Century Stool In Oak, Ton Czechoslovakia
By TON a.s.
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful foot stool from Mid-century modern period of Czechoslovakian design. Produced by TON
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Velvet, Oak

  • Mid Century Stool In Oak, Ton Czechoslovakia
  • Mid Century Stool In Oak, Ton Czechoslovakia
  • Mid Century Stool In Oak, Ton Czechoslovakia
  • Mid Century Stool In Oak, Ton Czechoslovakia
H 17.72 in. W 19.69 in. D 13.78 in.
Mid-Century Stool, Footrest, 1960´S, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This stool / footrest was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960's. Features an
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

  • Mid-Century Stool, Footrest, 1960´S, Czechoslovakia
  • Mid-Century Stool, Footrest, 1960´S, Czechoslovakia
  • Mid-Century Stool, Footrest, 1960´S, Czechoslovakia
  • Mid-Century Stool, Footrest, 1960´S, Czechoslovakia
H 15.36 in. W 21.26 in. D 11.42 in.
French pine mid-century stool, 1950's
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in LYON, FR
Superb French 4-legged stool from the 1950s in blond oak hue. Its slightly concave seat and superb
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Pine

Mid Century Stool in Birch and Steel
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Halle, DE
Vintage Stool or Sidetable. Made from solid Birch and chromed massive steel for the base in teh 70s
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Stools, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia. - Made of metal, fabric. - Good, original condition. - Cleared. - Suitable for new fabric.
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Metal

  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
  • Pair of Mid-Century Stools, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
H 19.3 in. W 14.57 in. D 14.57 in.
Set of Six French Midcentury Stools
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Chic and fun set of six mid-20th century bar stools. The seats are covered in the original red
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

  • Set of Six French Midcentury Stools
  • Set of Six French Midcentury Stools
  • Set of Six French Midcentury Stools
  • Set of Six French Midcentury Stools
H 34.65 in. Dm 12.21 in.
Italian Mid-Century Stools in Wood and Brocade
Located in Milano, IT
very beautiful and elegant beige brocade fabric. Being a true work of art in the mid-century design
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Brocade, Wood

  • Italian Mid-Century Stools in Wood and Brocade
  • Italian Mid-Century Stools in Wood and Brocade
  • Italian Mid-Century Stools in Wood and Brocade
  • Italian Mid-Century Stools in Wood and Brocade
H 18.12 in. W 20.48 in. D 14.38 in.
Mid Century Stool, Footrest by ULUV, 1960, Czechoslovakia
By ULUV Krásná jizba
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This stool/footrest was made by ULUV in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s. Features a
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Beech

Mid Century Stool, Footrest, Západoslovenské Nábytkárské Závody, 1970
By Západoslovenské nábytkárské závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This stool/footrest was made by Západoslovenské nábytkárské Závody in the former Czechoslovakia in
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Beech

Mid Century Stool or Tabouret Tulip, Germany, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Plastic

Mid Century Stool In Oak & Linen, Ton Czechoslovakia 1960s
By TON a.s.
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful and original mid-century foot stool produced in 1960s by TON company. Fully restored with
Category

1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Linen, Oak

Pair of Sculpted Shaver Howard Midcentury Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two vintage-modern stools featuring sculpted iron bases and leather upholstered seats. Designed by
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Stool in Sheep Skin Fabric, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage stool made in former Czechoslovakia in the 1960's. Newly upholstered in sheep skin fabric
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

  • Mid-Century Stool in Sheep Skin Fabric, 1970's
  • Mid-Century Stool in Sheep Skin Fabric, 1970's
  • Mid-Century Stool in Sheep Skin Fabric, 1970's
  • Mid-Century Stool in Sheep Skin Fabric, 1970's
H 15.75 in. W 18.51 in. D 11.42 in.
Pair of Midcentury Stools or Tabourets, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very practical.
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

  • Pair of Midcentury Stools or Tabourets, 1950s
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools or Tabourets, 1950s
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools or Tabourets, 1950s
  • Pair of Midcentury Stools or Tabourets, 1950s
H 16.15 in. W 18.12 in. D 14.18 in.
Mid-Century Stools Bentwood Attributed to Thonet, Set of 3
By Thonet
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Midcentury design, with bentwood leg center brace support lower foot rest. Back legs extend up through the curved contoured back rest. Attributed to Thonet made in Poland. Label ...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Bentwood

Mid-Century Stool in Oak Wood and Rope, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Zohor, SK
Elegant wooden stool from the Mid-Century Moden era. Produced in Czechoslovakia in 1960s. The stool
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Rope, Oak

Set of Two Mid Century Stools EMSA, West Germany, 1970s
By Emsa Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
- Stools, footstools, hockers, tabourets, laundry basket - Marked - Practical - Space age era
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Stool in Patinated Leather, Made in Denmark, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Stool in patinated leather and solid stained oak frame, designed and made in Denmark.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid-Century Stools Iron Black Italian Design 1940s Set of 4
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 4 stools with pleasant lines in iron with "ghiri gori". The set can be placed indoors and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Mid-Century Stool with Springs, Walnut wood, Velvet Upholstered
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Art Deco Mid-Century Modern stool with springs, in walnut wood ,with original velvet upholstered in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Brass

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Stools PJ-SI-34-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
A pair of Pierre Jeanneret wooden stools. India, Chandigargh, c1960s. Solid teak. Caned
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Stool in Oak, Reupholstered in Lambswool, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
By Flemming Lassen, Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
Danish modern stool in oak with curly legs, reupholstered seat long haired lambswool. Made by a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Lambskin, Oak

Charlotte Perriand "Berger" Mid-Century Stool Tabouret in Ash, France, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and original berger stool / tabouret in ash designed by Charlotte Perriand and produced in the
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Ash

Mid-Century Stool / Tabouret in the Style of Jindřich Halabala, 1958
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, fabric - springs - good, original condition.
Category

1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Dom Hans van der Laan Original Dutch Midcentury Stool
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in London, GB
A rare stool by Dom Hans van der Laan. Holland, circa 1970s. Designed for a doctors practice
Category

1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Stool in Bamboo by Wengler, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Stool in bamboo, designed and made by R. Wengler 1950s. Great condition.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Bamboo

Pair of Mid Century Stools with Schiaparelli Pink Velvet Seats & Brass Sabots
By Grosfeld House
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Pair of mid century round stools with tapered dark walnut legs and brass sabots. Hot pink velvet
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Velvet

Mid-Century Stool in Metal and Fabric Design Pier Luigi Colli, 1950s
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in taranto, IT
Original 1950s stool, design Pier Luigi Colli, made of worked metal and gold lacquered with cotton
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1950s Italian Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Metal

Mid Century French Pine Architicts Adjustable Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand made Adjustable Pine Mid Century stool, Beautiful Craftsmanship.
Category

1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Stools with Tumbling Block Pattern Fabric and Down Cushions, a Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of tumbling block pattern stools with down filled cushions from the 1970s.
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sori Yanagi "Butterfly" Mid-Century Stool in Plywood Produced by Tendo ca 1980s
By Sori Yanagi
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and great example of Sori Yanagi iconic "Butterfly" stool in bent plywood produced by Tendo
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1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Plywood

Cowhide Hairpin Mid Century Round Stool
Located in Tampa, FL
A round mid century stool with hairpin legs, circa 1950s. Upholstered in cowhide suede.  
Category

1950s Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Metal

Swedish Mid-Century Stool in Solid Stained Pine Produced in Sweden Ca 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish stool in solid stained pine produced in Sweden during the 1970s. Acquired from the
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Pine

Danish Mid Century Stool in Oak and Reupholstered in Bouclé Wool, ca 1950s
By Rud Rasmussen
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural stool in oak and reupholstered in bouclé. Made in Denmark, ca 1950s. A bit of a
Category

1950s Danish Art Deco Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Midcentury Iron Frame Stools, Vinyl Seats, Hungary, 1960s
Located in Budapest, HU
Midcentury stools, Hungary, 1960s. Metal. Faux leather.
Category

1960s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Boucle Bench Stool Footstool with Alpaca, 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
This mid-century stool footstool was made in the 1960s in former Czechoslovakia. The upholstery
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Wool, Beech, Coconut

Mid-Century French Rope Stools Attributed to Audoux-Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet
Located in London, GB
Rope work mid-century stools or side tables. Attributed to Audoux-Minet. France, c1960s
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Rope

Italian 1950s Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Italian midcentury stools. They are reupholstered in gray velvet, legs are metal and brass
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Mid Century Stools

Materials

Brass

  • Italian 1950s Stools
  • Italian 1950s Stools
  • Italian 1950s Stools
  • Italian 1950s Stools
H 13 in. W 18 in. D 16.5 in.
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Retro Mid Century Stools For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of retro mid century stools available for sale. The range of distinct retro mid century stools — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. Retro mid century 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. There are many kinds of retro mid century stools to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Industrial retro mid century stools are of considerable interest. Charlotte Perriand, Arthur Umanoff and Knoll each produced beautiful retro mid century stools that are worth considering.

How Much are Retro Mid Century Stools?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,600, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $65,000 highest priced.

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 antique, new and vintage seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.