Stockmann-Orno Stools

Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful, well crafted beige upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, character...

Introducing our exquisite Pair of Lucite & Brass Counter Stools by Hill Manufacturing, crafted in the USA during the stylish 1970s. These stunning stools effortlessly combine the ele...

Set of four rare Scandinavian 'Apilla' pine stools designed by Rauni Peippo and manufactured by Keravan Puusepäntehdas for Oy Stockmann Ab in Finland, 196...

A pine stool produced by Pirana ky, Finland, 1960s

Early adjustable Industrial machinist stool, manufactured by Toledo,, Wonderful original patina color and surface. Solid carved wood top and back.

A pair of functionalist stools, design attributed to Finnish Lisa Johansson-Pape, produced by Kervo Snickerifabrik for Oy Stockmann Ab, 1970s. In lacqu...

Stool in solid pine wood. Oval seat with four legs. Made in Finland in the 1960s by Tervasaaren Puutyotehdas. This stool was gifted to employees at the Uni...

Adjustable iron stool by Hamilton Mfg. Co. of Wisconsin. The seat on this stool adjusts from 17 inches to 23 inches high. The stool retains the original paint and oil cloth upholster...

A stained pine stool, model "Apila", designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and produced by Kervo Snickerifabrik for Oy Stockmann Ab, Sweden, 1970s.

This is a wonderful antique industrial stool with four legs that end in penny feet and a maple seat. It is sturdy and the wood has a beautiful patina that has developed over the year...

Pair of 'Strapontin' stools by Design Frères in muslin or COM. Completed in muslin (as shown) or send 1 yard COM per stool (2 yards for the pair) to our mailing address upon complet...

This famous pine stool by Finnish interior designer Rauni Peippo is the most famous model from the ‘Apila’ set, that contains a table and bar stools as well. It is one of those models that is immediately recognizable thanks to its shape. Finnish design is appreciated around the world for its minimalistic appearance, playful forms and strict functionalism. After Finland became independent, a dialogue with nature was to become the prime force in the ongoing evolution of Finnish design. This relationship with nature was much in evidence in 20th century Finnish design, which actively expanded on the metaphors and motifs therein. This progression is evident in this iconic stool. “Apila” means “clover” in Finnish, which comes as no surprise; the four leaf clover-shaped seat is carved from pine wood, enhancing the already organic impression of this model. It is infinitely stylish, with sleek tapered legs that counterbalance the round, soft edges of the body. The design dates to the mid-century and the first manufacturer was Stockmann Orno, a manufacturer with a history that dates back to 1862. (It is still the largest department store in the Nordic countries.) This stool was previously misattributed to fellow Finnish designer, Lisa Johansson-Pape, but is now well-documented. Thanks to its sturdy construction and undeniable style, this ‘Apila’ stool...