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Single Block Wood Batan C Stool by Taller Batán
Single Block Wood Batan C Stool by Taller Batán

Single Block Wood Batan C Stool by Taller Batán

Located in Geneve, CH

As an invasive species, this design emerged as a way to make use of the cedar trunks removed over the years to help improve the overall health of the forest. The stool is simple, fun...

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Wood

2025 Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL 24 Counter Stool in White
2025 Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL 24 Counter Stool in White

2025 Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL 24 Counter Stool in White

By Philippe Starck

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) asked Starck and Emeco to create a simple, minimalist stool for a Mies van der Rohe retrospective in New York, and STOL 24 was born.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Enamel, Aluminum

Pola Stool Made in Portugal By Ottiu Velvet Lacquered Wood
Pola Stool Made in Portugal By Ottiu Velvet Lacquered Wood

Pola Stool Made in Portugal By Ottiu Velvet Lacquered Wood

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

Abandoning simple textures, this deluxe stool proudly embraces a grand botanical pattern on lush velvet, a nod to the quiet but undeniable opulence Negri brought from Europe to Holly...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Lacquer

Primitive Mid-Century French Wooden Stool or Side Table
Primitive Mid-Century French Wooden Stool or Side Table

Primitive Mid-Century French Wooden Stool or Side Table

Located in London, GB

A simple tripod legged stool or side table. France, c1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand Berger Stool, Hardwood, Modern Design, France, 1950s
Charlotte Perriand Berger Stool, Hardwood, Modern Design, France, 1950s

Charlotte Perriand Berger Stool, Hardwood, Modern Design, France, 1950s

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This particular stool shows considerable wear and age. These simple and elegant stools were produced in several different workshops in France in the 1950s and 1960s, most notably f...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Stools

Materials

Hardwood

Alpine Style Chalet Stools in Wood, set of 11 - 1970s
Alpine Style Chalet Stools in Wood, set of 11 - 1970s

Alpine Style Chalet Stools in Wood, set of 11 - 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

These elegant and charming stools are touchingly simple. Made entirely of light-colored solid softwood, equipped with spacers, and offering a fine and elegant silhouette, the stools...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Rustic Stools

Materials

Oak

Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B
Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B

Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This listing is for 'B', which is the stool in the first image. The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C
Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C

Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This listing is for 'C', which is the stool in the first image. The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

19th Century Chinese Elm Rustic Farmhouse Primitive Brutalist Stool
19th Century Chinese Elm Rustic Farmhouse Primitive Brutalist Stool

19th Century Chinese Elm Rustic Farmhouse Primitive Brutalist Stool

Located in Germantown, MD

Dated to mid 19th century, this rustic, farmhouse, primitive and brutalist stool has simple splayed-leg design and well-worn finish.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Stools

Materials

Elm

1 Modern Steelcase Enea Counter Stool by Josep Llusca
1 Modern Steelcase Enea Counter Stool by Josep Llusca

1 Modern Steelcase Enea Counter Stool by Josep Llusca

By Josep Llusca

Located in Pasadena, TX

1 Modern Enea cafe counter stools by Josep Llusca Simple and elegant counter height stools complement any gathering space.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B
Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B

Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This listing is for 'B', which is the stool in the first image. The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Ash, Wood

Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A
Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A

Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A
Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A

Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Ash, Wood

Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C
Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C

Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Ash, Wood

2025 Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL 24 Counter Stool in Polished Chrome
2025 Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL 24 Counter Stool in Polished Chrome

2025 Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL 24 Counter Stool in Polished Chrome

By Philippe Starck

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) asked Starck and Emeco to create a simple, minimalist stool for a Mies van der Rohe retrospective in New York, and STOL 24 was born.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A
Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Set of 2 Black Bolt Stools, Note Design Studio
Set of 2 Black Bolt Stools, Note Design Studio

Set of 2 Black Bolt Stools, Note Design Studio

By Note Design Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Bolt is a stool with a simple construction: Four cylinders of solid wood are held together by a metal ring.

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Pair of 19th Century English Oak Joint Stools Side Tables
Pair of 19th Century English Oak Joint Stools Side Tables

Pair of 19th Century English Oak Joint Stools Side Tables

Located in Pearland, TX

These charming stools have a simple shape with clean lines, perfect for the modern home.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Stools

Materials

Oak

Hee Bar Stool High - White ,  by Hee Welling for Hay
Hee Bar Stool High - White ,  by Hee Welling for Hay

Hee Bar Stool High - White , by Hee Welling for Hay

By Hee Welling

Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate

The ultimate in elemental design, this versatile bar/counter stool has a simple, uncluttered expression with excellent stability.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

2020s Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL18 Stool in Brushed Aluminum, Vinyl Seat Pad
2020s Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL18 Stool in Brushed Aluminum, Vinyl Seat Pad

2020s Philippe Starck for Emeco STOL18 Stool in Brushed Aluminum, Vinyl Seat Pad

By Philippe Starck

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) asked Starck and Emeco to create a simple, minimalist stool for a Mies van der Rohe retrospective in New York, and STOL 18 was born.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Wooden Stool with Split Seat, Europe Ca 1950s
Mid-Century Wooden Stool with Split Seat, Europe Ca 1950s

Mid-Century Wooden Stool with Split Seat, Europe Ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

With its focus is on simple lines and light spaces, this stool is devoid of clutter.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wood

Serene Stool, Upholstered with Manza 04, Antique Brass Details, New
Serene Stool, Upholstered with Manza 04, Antique Brass Details, New

Serene Stool, Upholstered with Manza 04, Antique Brass Details, New

Located in Frazão, Porto

The Serene stool is a simple and versatile complement. A classy and sophisticated shape that can be used either as a stool or as a coffee table, for a discreet yet elegant result.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A & B
Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A & B

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A & B

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Japanese old wooden stool / 20th century / Taisho to Showa period
Japanese old wooden stool / 20th century / Taisho to Showa period

Japanese old wooden stool / 20th century / Taisho to Showa period

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

As for the strength of this part, it was firmly bonded, so there is no problem with durability. A simple and stylish stool that can be used in any space.

Category

20th Century Japanese Taisho Stools

Materials

Beech

Pair of Platform Bar Stools by Maurizio Peregalli for Zeus Noto
Pair of Platform Bar Stools by Maurizio Peregalli for Zeus Noto

Pair of Platform Bar Stools by Maurizio Peregalli for Zeus Noto

By Maurizio Peregalli

Located in London, GB

These stools feature a minimalist industrial design with a galvanized steel frame and a black polyurethane seat, reflecting Peregalli's focus on functional yet strikingly simple form...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Pair Of Borje Johanson Teak & Chrome bar stools for Johanson Design.
Pair Of Borje Johanson Teak & Chrome bar stools for Johanson Design.

Pair Of Borje Johanson Teak & Chrome bar stools for Johanson Design.

By Börje Johanson

Located in Bernville, PA

Borje Johanson Teak & Chrome and black bar stools for Johanson Design. Beautiful, rare pair of bar stools with an incredible and simple design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of 2 Pierre Jeanneret Teak and Iron Tripod Stools
Set of 2 Pierre Jeanneret Teak and Iron Tripod Stools

Set of 2 Pierre Jeanneret Teak and Iron Tripod Stools

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in San Francisco, CA

These stools are simple and playful in form but convey an understated elegance.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Stools

Materials

Iron

Vintage 1960s Gordon Keeler Leather Walnut Stool Mid-Century American Modernism
Vintage 1960s Gordon Keeler Leather Walnut Stool Mid-Century American Modernism

Vintage 1960s Gordon Keeler Leather Walnut Stool Mid-Century American Modernism

By Gordon Meech Keeler

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Wonder and simple American craftsman made stool. But structurally unsound, loose.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A & C
Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A & C

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A & C

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C
Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C

Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C

By Souda, MPGMB

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This listing is for 'C', which is the stool in the first image. The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B
Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B

Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B

By Souda, MPGMB

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This listing is for 'B', which is the stool in the first image. The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A
Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A

Pair of Sass Counter Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B
Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This listing is for 'B', which is the stool in the first image. The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C
Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C

By MPGMB, Souda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

Industrial Modern Stool with Wooden Frame and Vinyl Seat, 20th Century
Industrial Modern Stool with Wooden Frame and Vinyl Seat, 20th Century

Industrial Modern Stool with Wooden Frame and Vinyl Seat, 20th Century

Located in Trenton, NJ

This simple industrial modern stool offers no frills occasional seating at unique workbench or counter height.

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Industrial Stools

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Industrial green painted stool with steel base and wooden top, France 1930s
Industrial green painted stool with steel base and wooden top, France 1930s

Industrial green painted stool with steel base and wooden top, France 1930s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Great patina and nice thick vibrant old layers of paint on this stool bring character to any room. The sleek and simple design make this stool ideal for a variety of uses, from works...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Industrial Stools

Materials

Metal, Steel

Early 20th Century Swivel Piano Stool with Red Velvet Seat, Belgium
Early 20th Century Swivel Piano Stool with Red Velvet Seat, Belgium

Early 20th Century Swivel Piano Stool with Red Velvet Seat, Belgium

Located in Nuernberg, DE

It is supported by four spindle legs. The stool has a simple, understated design that is typical of piano stool furniture.

Category

Vintage 1930s German Folk Art Stools

Materials

Wood

Large Senufo stool of Africa/wooden chair/Side table/20th century
Large Senufo stool of Africa/wooden chair/Side table/20th century

Large Senufo stool of Africa/wooden chair/Side table/20th century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

We have a simple and artistic wooden stool in stock. This is a stool made by the Senufo tribe, who live in an area spanning the neighboring countries of Mali and Burkina Faso, mainly...

Category

20th Century Ivorian Other Stools

Materials

Wood

Deja-Vu High Stool in Aluminum by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS
Deja-Vu High Stool in Aluminum by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS

Deja-Vu High Stool in Aluminum by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS

By Naoto Fukasawa, Magis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Déjà-vu: a simple, highly iconic stool with seat in die-cast aluminium and legs in extruded aluminium, available both in polished and painted version (the latter suitable for outdoor...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Deja-Vu Medium Stool in Black by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS
Deja-Vu Medium Stool in Black by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS

Deja-Vu Medium Stool in Black by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS

By Naoto Fukasawa, Magis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Déjà-vu: a simple, highly iconic stool with seat in die-cast aluminium and legs in extruded aluminium, available both in polished and painted version (the latter suitable for outdoor...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Deja-Vu High Stool in Black by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS
Deja-Vu High Stool in Black by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS

Deja-Vu High Stool in Black by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS

By Naoto Fukasawa, Magis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Déjà-vu: a simple, highly iconic stool with seat in die-cast aluminium and legs in extruded aluminium, available both in polished and painted version (the latter suitable for outdoor...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Deja-Vu Medium Stool in Aluminum by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS
Deja-Vu Medium Stool in Aluminum by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS

Deja-Vu Medium Stool in Aluminum by Naoto Fukasawa for MAGIS

By Naoto Fukasawa, Magis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Déjà-vu: a simple, highly iconic stool with seat in die-cast aluminium and legs in extruded aluminium, available both in polished and painted version (the latter suitable for outdoor...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Alvar Aalto Stool X600 "Fan Leg" in Birch and Oak, Artek, 1950s
Alvar Aalto Stool X600 "Fan Leg" in Birch and Oak, Artek, 1950s

Alvar Aalto Stool X600 "Fan Leg" in Birch and Oak, Artek, 1950s

By Artek, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Alvar Aalto

Located in Helsinki, FI

Even though simple, this stool comes with great quality and attention to detail.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Birch, Oak

early 20th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1920s - 1900s
early 20th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1920s - 1900s

early 20th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1920s - 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

The piece has a square, rustic-looking seat made of wood and is supported by three legs. The stool has a simple, understated design which is typical of wabi sabi furniture.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Stools

Materials

Wood

late 19th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1890s - 1900s
late 19th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1890s - 1900s

late 19th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1890s - 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

The piece has a square, rustic-looking seat made of wood and is supported by three legs. The stool has a simple, understated design which is typical of wabi sabi furniture.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Stools

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern American Studio Bar Stool by Michael Elkan, 1980s
Mid-Century Modern American Studio Bar Stool by Michael Elkan, 1980s

Mid-Century Modern American Studio Bar Stool by Michael Elkan, 1980s

By Michael Elkan

Located in Berlin, DE

Set on three slender, tapered walnut legs joined by simple cross stretchers, the stool balances delicacy with strength.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Set Of 2 Stools Made In Rosewood & Black Leather Seat From 1960s
Set Of 2 Stools Made In Rosewood & Black Leather Seat From 1960s

Set Of 2 Stools Made In Rosewood & Black Leather Seat From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

Danish design from the 1960s is known for its simple elegance, functionality and quality craftsmanship, and these stools live up to this legacy with their beautiful craftsmanship and...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Rosewood

late 19th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1890s - 1900s
late 19th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1890s - 1900s

late 19th Century Wabi Sabi 3 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1890s - 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

The piece has a rustic-looking seat made of wood and is supported by three legs. The stool has a simple, understated design which is typical of wabi sabi furniture.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Stools

Materials

Wood

Pair of 20th Century Wabi Sabi 4 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1940s
Pair of 20th Century Wabi Sabi 4 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1940s

Pair of 20th Century Wabi Sabi 4 Leg Stool, Austria Around 1940s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Each piece has a rustic-looking seat made of wood and is supported by four legs. Each stool has a simple, understated design which is typical of wabi sabi furniture.

Category

Vintage 1940s Austrian Folk Art Stools

Materials

Wood

Low Sass Stool from Souda, Chairs, Seating, Set of 3, Made to Order
Low Sass Stool from Souda, Chairs, Seating, Set of 3, Made to Order

Low Sass Stool from Souda, Chairs, Seating, Set of 3, Made to Order

By Souda, MPGMB

Located in Brooklyn, NY

We also sell the stools individually in our other listings. The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Ash, Wood

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B & C
Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B & C

Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape B & C

By Souda, MPGMB

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Sottsass inspired “Sass Stools” are simple, sculptural accents for any interior space.

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Ash

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Simple Stool For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the simple stool you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and oak, every simple stool was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a simple stool, we have 1499 options in-stock, while there are 1217 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a simple stool — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right simple stool, those designed in modern, mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one simple stool that is appealing in its simplicity, but Emeco, Cassina and Gerrit Rietveld produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Simple Stool?

The average selling price for a simple stool at 1stDibs is $1,383, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $288,500 for the 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 unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.