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Modern Low Stool/Side Table
By Erik Johnson, Argosy Designs
Located in Treadwell, NY
Modern Low Stool/Side Table (CORDYCEPS) Forged hot rolled steel Dimensions: 12” L x 12” W x 22” H
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Modern Low Stool/Side Table
Modern Low Stool/Side Table
$7,500
H 22 in W 12 in D 12 in
Danish Modern Low Stool in Red Stained Oak by Ejvind Johansson for FDB Mobler
By Ejvind A. Johansson, FDB Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish Modern low stool in oak by Ejvind Johansson for FDB Mobler (ca. 1960s, Denmark). Originally
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Modern Low Stool in Navy Velvet with Lucite Legs
Located in Wilton, CT
Stunning square low stool with cushion upholstered in fine navy velvet and installed with solid
Category

2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Velvet, Lucite

Modern Low Stool in Navy Velvet with Lucite Legs
Modern Low Stool in Navy Velvet with Lucite Legs
$1,250
H 20.25 in W 18 in D 18 in
Modern Open Low Back Bar & Counter Stool
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Low open back bench seat counter stool upholstered in a combination of a silk and poly blend Romo
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Maple, Lacquer

Modern Open Low Back Bar & Counter Stool
Modern Open Low Back Bar & Counter Stool
$2,720 / item
H 31.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
A brutalist low stool
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A low oak stool with an African style
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

A brutalist low stool
A brutalist low stool
$1,045
H 8.27 in Dm 10.63 in
Modern Stoneware Low Ceramic Stool by French Artist Low or Coffee Table Green
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
J. Morin Elegant low stoneware ceramic stool by the french artist. Green light and orange
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Stools

Materials

Ceramic

Ligne Roset Ilot Low Stool
By Ligne Roset
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the sleek and modern Ilot Low Stool by Ligne Roset, now available at Rehaus. Crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Ligne Roset Ilot Low Stool
Ligne Roset Ilot Low Stool
$631 Sale Price
50% Off
H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Vintage Coastal Rattan Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Coastal Rattan Low Stool. This charming piece showcases the inherent beauty and versatility of
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Rattan Low Stool
Vintage Coastal Rattan Low Stool
$695
H 18.25 in W 18.75 in D 18.75 in
Low Brass Sculpted Stool, Misaya
By Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Low brass sculpted stool, Misaya Dimensions: W 58 x L 58 x H 24 cm Hand-sculpted stool.
Category

2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Low Brass Sculpted Stool, Misaya
Low Brass Sculpted Stool, Misaya
$1,850 / item
H 9.45 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
21st Century Modern Wooden Low Stool TOD Made in Italy
By Parisotto + Formenton 1
Located in Sant'Elena, IT
Inspired by the traditional work stools, TOD is available in two different heights. Made of solid
Category

2010s Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Oak

21st Century Modern Wooden Low Stool TOD Made in Italy
21st Century Modern Wooden Low Stool TOD Made in Italy
$664 / item
H 17.72 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
21st Century Modern Oakwood Low Stool TOD Made in Italy
By Parisotto + Formenton 1
Located in Sant'Elena, IT
Inspired by the traditional work stools, TOD is available in two different heights. Made of solid
Category

2010s Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Oak

21st Century Modern Oakwood Low Stool TOD Made in Italy
21st Century Modern Oakwood Low Stool TOD Made in Italy
$552 / item
H 17.72 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Bauhaus-Style Low Stool - Germany, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Bauhaus-Style Low Stool - Germany, 1940s This Bauhaus-style low stool is a classic piece that
Category

Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Bauhaus-Style Low Stool - Germany, 1940s
Bauhaus-Style Low Stool - Germany, 1940s
$874 Sale Price / item
39% Off
H 20.08 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Unique mid century modern low cane maple blonde stool ottoman studio craft
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique mid century modern low cane maple blonde stool or Ottoman. studio craft. Great Design very
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Cane, Maple

21st Century Modern Brown Wooden Low Stool Flow Made in Italy
By Defne Koz, Marco Susani
Located in Sant'Elena, IT
Born from a project by Defne Koz and Marco Susani, the design of this stool is shaped by a fluid
Category

2010s Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

21st Century Modern Brown Wooden Low Stool Flow Made in Italy
21st Century Modern Brown Wooden Low Stool Flow Made in Italy
$564 / item
H 30.71 in W 16.93 in D 20.48 in
Macaron Low Stool by Haymann Editions
Located in Geneve, CH
Macaron Low Stool by Haymann Editions Dimensions: D 60 x W 60 x H 35 cm. Materials: Cork, foam
Category

2010s French Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Foam, Cork

Macaron Low Stool by Haymann Editions
Macaron Low Stool by Haymann Editions
$1,790 / item
H 13.78 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Llave C Low Stool by Turbina
Located in Geneve, CH
Llave C Low Stool by Turbina Dimensions: W 44 x D 22 x H 23 cm Materials: Cast Stone From science
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Cast Stone

Llave C Low Stool by Turbina
Llave C Low Stool by Turbina
$4,602 / item
H 9.06 in W 17.33 in D 8.67 in
Llave D Low Stool by Turbina
Located in Geneve, CH
Llave D Low Stool by Turbina Dimensions: W 46 x D 20 x H 30.5 cm Materials: Cast Stone From
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Cast Stone

Llave D Low Stool by Turbina
Llave D Low Stool by Turbina
$3,364 / item
H 12.01 in W 18.12 in D 7.88 in
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: Ø 48.3 x H 44.5 cm. Materials: Polished chrome and
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome

Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
$3,556 / item
H 17.52 in Dm 19.02 in
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: Ø 48.3 x H 45.7 cm. Materials: Powder-coated steel and
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
$1,754 / item
H 18 in Dm 19.02 in
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: Ø 48.3 x H 44.5 cm. Materials: Powder-coated steel and
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
$2,715 / item
H 17.52 in Dm 19.02 in
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: Ø 48.3 x H 44.5 cm. Materials: Powder-coated steel and
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
$2,715 / item
H 17.52 in Dm 19.02 in
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: Ø 48.3 x H 45.7 cm. Materials: Powder-coated steel and
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
Primi Low Stool by Phase Design
$1,754 / item
H 18 in Dm 19.02 in
Low Aluminum Stool by Chanel Kapitanj
By Chanel Kapitanj
Located in Geneve, CH
Low aluminum stool by Chanel Kapitanj. Materials: Aluminium, stainless steel feet, RAL Dimensions
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Low Aluminum Stool by Chanel Kapitanj
Low Aluminum Stool by Chanel Kapitanj
$991 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 13.78 in
Masa 02 Low Stool by Turbina
Located in Geneve, CH
Masa 02 Low Stool by Turbina Dimensions: W 48 x D 30 x H 26 cm Materials: Cast Stone Prefix (Re
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Cast Stone

Masa 02 Low Stool by Turbina
Masa 02 Low Stool by Turbina
$5,479 / item
H 10.24 in W 18.9 in D 11.82 in
Nest Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Nest low stool by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W57, D53, H62, Seat43 Materials: Iron structure and
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

Nest Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
Nest Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
$2,141 / item
H 24.41 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in
Masa 04 Low Stool by Turbina
Located in Geneve, CH
Masa 04 Low Stool by Turbina Dimensions: W 48 x D 29 x H 25 cm Materials: Fired Clay, Inlay Stones
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Stone, Other

Masa 04 Low Stool by Turbina
Masa 04 Low Stool by Turbina
$3,712 / item
H 9.85 in W 18.9 in D 11.42 in
Masa 03 Low Stool by Turbina
Located in Geneve, CH
Masa 03 Low Stool by Turbina Dimensions: W 44 x D 27 x H 25 cm Materials: Fired Clay, Inlay Stones
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Stone, Other

Masa 03 Low Stool by Turbina
Masa 03 Low Stool by Turbina
$3,712 / item
H 9.85 in W 17.33 in D 10.63 in
Oslinchik 01 Low Stool by Oito
Located in Geneve, CH
Oslinchik 01 Low Stool by Oito Dimensions: D21 x W38 x H30 cm Materials: Oak wood, wax or paint
Category

2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Oslinchik 01 Low Stool by Oito
Oslinchik 01 Low Stool by Oito
$648 / item
H 11.82 in W 14.97 in D 8.27 in
Oslinchik 02 Low Stool by Oito
Located in Geneve, CH
Oslinchik 02 low stool by Oito Dimensions: D21 x W38 x H30 cm Materials: Oak wood, wax or paint
Category

2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Oslinchik 02 Low Stool by Oito
Oslinchik 02 Low Stool by Oito
$648 / item
H 11.82 in W 14.97 in D 8.27 in
Low Back Morphe Stool in Blackened Ash
By Naturalstated Fabricators LLC
Located in North Little Rock, AR
The Low Back Morphe Stool is an evolution of the original Naturalstated Fabricators Morphe Stool
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Hardwood, Ash

Low Back Morphe Stool in Blackened Ash
Low Back Morphe Stool in Blackened Ash
$2,200 / item
H 33.5 in W 16.5 in D 20 in
2 Charlotte Perriand Low Stools, Priced Each
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Perriand’s low stools exemplify the refined simplicity and natural materiality central to her design
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Beech

21st Century Modern Green Wooden Lacquered Low Stool TOD Made in Italy
By Parisotto + Formenton 1
Located in Sant'Elena, IT
Inspired by the traditional work stools, TOD is available in two different heights. Made of solid
Category

2010s Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Oak

Vintage Coastal Italian Ceramic Pelican Low Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring a coastal vibe to your home with these vintage Italian ceramic pelican low stools. Combining
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Ceramic

Agora Bar Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Agora bar low stool by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W 50 x D 52 x H 87 cm Seat 67 cm Materials
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

Agora Bar Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
Agora Bar Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
$1,625 / item
H 34.26 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
ZUM Low Bar Stool by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
ZUM Low Bar Stool by Pepe Albargues Designed By Carlos Jiménez. Dimensions: D 45 x W 49 x D 69 cm
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

ZUM Low Bar Stool by Pepe Albargues
ZUM Low Bar Stool by Pepe Albargues
$1,526 / item
H 27.17 in W 19.3 in D 17.72 in
Agora Bar Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Agora bar low stool by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: W 50 x D 52 x H 87 cm Seat 67 cm Materials
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

Agora Bar Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
Agora Bar Low Stool by Pepe Albargues
$1,401 / item
H 34.26 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Low Black Tembo Stool, Note Design Studio
By Note Design Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Low black tembo stool, note design studio. Dimensions: D 36 x H 46 cm. Materials: Lacquered steel
Category

2010s French Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Low Black Tembo Stool, Note Design Studio
Low Black Tembo Stool, Note Design Studio
$3,640 / item
H 18.12 in Dm 14.18 in
David Rockwell for Knoll Easy Stools – 5 Bar Height & 1 Low Stool
By David Rockwell, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Complete set of five bar-height stools and one low stool from the Easy Collection, designed by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Flow Low Aureo Stool by GIROTTI ENRICO
Located in Geneve, CH
Flow Low Aureo Stool by GIROTTI ENRICO Dimensions: W 41 x D 37 x H 50 cm Materials: Steel
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Flow Low Aureo Stool by GIROTTI ENRICO
Flow Low Aureo Stool by GIROTTI ENRICO
$1,261 / item
H 19.69 in W 16.15 in D 14.57 in
Flow Low Aureo Stool by GIROTTI ENRICO
Located in Geneve, CH
Flow Low Aureo Stool by GIROTTI ENRICO Dimensions: W 41 x D 37 x H 50 cm Materials: Steel
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Flow Low Aureo Stool by GIROTTI ENRICO
Flow Low Aureo Stool by GIROTTI ENRICO
$1,261 / item
H 19.69 in W 16.15 in D 14.57 in
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 45,7 cm. Materials
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel, Copper

Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
$3,244 / item
H 18 in W 20.99 in D 20.52 in
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 45,7 cm. Materials
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Brass, Steel

Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
$3,244 / item
H 18 in W 20.99 in D 20.52 in
Space Copenhagen Spine Stool (Low) – Metal Base
By Fredericia, Space Copenhagen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Space copenhagen spine stool (Low) – Metal Base A clean and modern visual language characterises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Space Copenhagen Spine Stool (Low) – Metal Base
Space Copenhagen Spine Stool (Low) – Metal Base
$750 / item
H 18.31 in W 16.73 in D 13.78 in
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 45,7 cm. Materials
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
$2,222 / item
H 18 in W 20.99 in D 20.52 in
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 45,7 cm. Materials
Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
Bride’s Veil Low Stool by Phase Design
$2,895 / item
H 18 in W 20.99 in D 20.52 in
Midcentury Yew Low Table Stool Perriand Manner
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Norwich, GB
A charming midcentury yew alpine inspired low table/stool, in a Charlotte Perriand manner. circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Yew

Midcentury Yew Low Table Stool Perriand Manner
Midcentury Yew Low Table Stool Perriand Manner
$1,050 Sale Price
20% Off
H 14.57 in Dm 9.65 in
Masa 01 Long Low Stool by Turbina
Located in Geneve, CH
Masa 01 Long Low Stool by Turbina Dimensions: W 100 x D 30 x H 30 cm Materials: Cast Stone Prefix
Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Cast Stone

Masa 01 Long Low Stool by Turbina
Masa 01 Long Low Stool by Turbina
$5,875 / item
H 11.82 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquer Low Japanese Stool with Gold Leaf Accents
Located in San Diego, CA
1950s solid black lacquer wood and gold leaf accents low stool/table, stamped made in Japan solid
Category

20th Century Japanese Japonisme Stools

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquer Low Japanese Stool with Gold Leaf Accents
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquer Low Japanese Stool with Gold Leaf Accents
$375 Sale Price
21% Off
H 12.5 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in
Charlotte Perriand - 1950s Low Solid Oak Berger Stool
Located in Long Island City, NY
Low Solid Oak Berger Stool by Charlotte Perriand. Price includes cleaning/refinishing upon request.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-40-B Low Upholstered Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
blends well with many interior styles. It can support pure, modern aesthetics by giving them a warmer
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Teak, Upholstery

Mid-Century Franco Albini Inspired Low Bamboo Stool
By Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully constructed, Mid-Century, low bamboo stool inspired by the work of illustrious Italian
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo

Mid-Century Franco Albini Inspired Low Bamboo Stool
By Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully constructed, Mid-Century, low bamboo stool inspired by the work of illustrious Italian
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo

Mid-Century Franco Albini Inspired Low Bamboo Stool
Mid-Century Franco Albini Inspired Low Bamboo Stool
$625
H 16.25 in W 17.375 in D 17.375 in
Mid-Century Franco Albini Inspired Low Bamboo Stool
By Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully constructed, Mid-Century, low bamboo stool inspired by the work of illustrious Italian
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo

Mid-Century Franco Albini Inspired Low Bamboo Stool
Mid-Century Franco Albini Inspired Low Bamboo Stool
$625
H 17.25 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in
Nanna Ditzel for R. Wengler Low Rattan Stools
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Nanna Ditzel for R. Wengler, low stools, rattan, Denmark, designed 1961, manufactured 1960s-1970s
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Rattan

Nanna Ditzel for R. Wengler Low Rattan Stools
Nanna Ditzel for R. Wengler Low Rattan Stools
$1,850 / item
H 11.03 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Rockwell Unscripted Swivel Bar and Low Stool, Set of 2
By Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Knoll Rockwell unscripted swivel bar and low stool - set of 2 The Rockwell
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Rockwell Unscripted Swivel Bar and Low Stool, Set of 2
By Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Knoll rockwell unscripted swivel bar and low stool - set of 2. The Rockwell
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Boho Pebbled Biomorphic Low Stools - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of organic elegance to your space with this pair of Vintage Boho Pebbled Biomorphic Low
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Fiberglass, Plaster

Vintage Boho Pebbled Biomorphic Low Stools - a Pair
Vintage Boho Pebbled Biomorphic Low Stools - a Pair
$1,250 / set
H 24 in W 18 in D 18 in
Swedish Tripod Wooden Low Stool in Stained Pine
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and very nice wooden low tripod stool in stained pine produced by Bergsjö Sweden, 1990s. In
Category

1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Pine

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Modern Low Stools For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of modern low stools available for sale. Frequently made of metal, wood and steel, all modern low stools available were constructed with great care. Find 88 antique and vintage modern low stools at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 94 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Modern low stools have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Modern low stools made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many modern low stools are appealing in their simplicity, but Emeco, Jasper Morrison and Charlotte Perriand produced popular modern low stools that are worth a look.

How Much are Modern Low Stools?

Prices for modern low stools start at $125 and top out at $15,000 with the average selling for $893.

Finding the Right Stools for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Modern Low Stools
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A low stool is called a footstool and is used for supporting the feet. It consists of a single seat, for one person, without a back rest or armrests. Antique and vintage ottomans and poufs add comfort and style to any living room, game room, home office or minimalist lounge space. An ottoman is a short seat or footstool that is also often used to store items. A pouf is similar, but it’s typically more petite than an ottoman, usually without the storage space inside. Shop a range of antique and vintage footstools on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.