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Italian Designer, Stools, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Italian Designer, Stools, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1940s

Italian Designer, Stools, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of solid wood and pink bouclé fabric stools, designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.

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1940s Italian Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Nimbe 01 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin
Nimbe 01 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin

Nimbe 01 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin

By Pascale Girardin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stool or coffee table, form and function are one and the same. Functional and decorative stoneware object, crafted by pinching and coiling. The ceramic surface is applied either with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

1980s Italian Pencil Rattan Bar Stools, Pair
1980s Italian Pencil Rattan Bar Stools, Pair

1980s Italian Pencil Rattan Bar Stools, Pair

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of sculptural Organic Modern pencil reed rattan bar stools Italy, Circa 1980s Measures: 18.5"W x 26.5"D x 47"H. Seat height: 30". Very good original vintage condit...

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1980s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Rattan

Antique Japanese wooden stool / 1900-1925 / withered coffee table
Antique Japanese wooden stool / 1900-1925 / withered coffee table

Antique Japanese wooden stool / 1900-1925 / withered coffee table

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old wooden mortar made in Japan during the Taisho to early Showa period, in the first half of the 20th century. Originally, it was a traditional Japanese tool used for pou...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Stools

Materials

Wood

Stag Red Tartan Medium Stool
Stag Red Tartan Medium Stool

Stag Red Tartan Medium Stool

Located in Crowthorne, Surrey

This striking and versatile medium sized stool is a welcome addition to any home decor. Featuring hand polished solid beech legs and classical studding. Material: Beech Feet / Brass...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Arts and Crafts Stools

Materials

Birch

19th Century Cast Iron Piano Stool by Charles Parker Co.
19th Century Cast Iron Piano Stool by Charles Parker Co.

19th Century Cast Iron Piano Stool by Charles Parker Co.

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Late 19th century circa 1885–1905 American adjustable piano or organ stool by the Charles Parker Company of Meriden, Connecticut, clearly stamped “CHAS. PARKER CO.” on the cast iro...

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1890s Antique Stools

Materials

Metal, Iron

Accent Bar Chair Gropius CS1 by Noom 75 cm, Fully Upholstered, Wool, Beige
Accent Bar Chair Gropius CS1 by Noom 75 cm, Fully Upholstered, Wool, Beige

Accent Bar Chair Gropius CS1 by Noom 75 cm, Fully Upholstered, Wool, Beige

By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova

Located in Paris, FR

New Noom furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of Craft...

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2010s Ukrainian Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Cotton, Linen, Acrylic, Wood, Ash

1960s "Fjøskrakk" 522 Pine Stool by Krogenæs Møbler
1960s "Fjøskrakk" 522 Pine Stool by Krogenæs Møbler

1960s "Fjøskrakk" 522 Pine Stool by Krogenæs Møbler

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed in 1964 by Rangvald Krogenæs (1907-1969), the Fjøskrakk Model 522 is a beautifully crafted three-legged pine stool that pays homage to traditional Norwegian milking stools. ...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Pine

Shagreen Stool with Bronze Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Shagreen Stool with Bronze Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti

Shagreen Stool with Bronze Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Stools

Materials

Brass

Veretta 929 Green Stool

Veretta 929 Green Stool

By Billiani 1911

Located in Milan, IT

An exquisite design from the Veretta Collection designed by Cristina Celestino, this stool will make an ideal complement to a modern interior space, particularly when paired with oth...

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2010s Italian Stools

Materials

Wood

Italian Designer, Stool, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1960s
Italian Designer, Stool, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1960s

Italian Designer, Stool, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and floral-printed fabric stool or ottoman designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Light surface s...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Spanish Baroque Carved Walnut End Table or Stool
Antique Spanish Baroque Carved Walnut End Table or Stool

Antique Spanish Baroque Carved Walnut End Table or Stool

Located in Forney, TX

A charming rustic antique Spanish Baroque low table with beautifully aged dark rich patina. circa 1880 Versatile, today it would make for a great end table, chair side table, bedsid...

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19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Stools

Materials

Walnut

Set of Four Oak Barstools with Rush Seats
Set of Four Oak Barstools with Rush Seats

Set of Four Oak Barstools with Rush Seats

Located in Den Haag, NL

Set of Four Oak Barstools with Rush Seats We have a fifth stool available, the listed price is for 4 stools.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Rush, Oak

Pair of Christian Liaigre "Sudd" Stools Red Leather
Pair of Christian Liaigre "Sudd" Stools Red Leather

Pair of Christian Liaigre "Sudd" Stools Red Leather

By Christian Liaigre

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt square red leather "Sudd" stools. The stools are upholstered in Holly Hunt leather with hammered bronze legs. Made in France. Ships from Philadel...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

American Designer, Counter Stools, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Counter Stools, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Counter Stools, Iron, Velvet, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A set of four black-painted iron and blue velvet counter stools or bar stools designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Oxidation present to metal. Wear consistent with age and u...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Iron

Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll
Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll

Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful iconic Harry Bertoia stools in a high chrome finish from Knoll with airy seats and welded rods. Originally designed in the 1950s with slight changes through the years. This...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Contemporary Counter Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Oil Oak
Contemporary Counter Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Oil Oak

Contemporary Counter Stool PIA by Dk3, Natural Cordel, Oil Oak

By DK3, Poul Cadovius

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary Counter Stool PIA by Poul Cadovius for Dk3 Materials: Solid oak frame, paper cordel seat Dimensions: B.47 x D.51 x H.85 cm Seating: B.47 x D.42 x H.65 cm Wood: – Oa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Pair of French Provincial Style Leather and Wrought Iron Bar Stools
Pair of French Provincial Style Leather and Wrought Iron Bar Stools

Pair of French Provincial Style Leather and Wrought Iron Bar Stools

Located in Lomita, CA

This is the most special pair of French provincial style barstools. They have a Mediterranean feel to them with the cool gilt and gold palette and wrought iron features. The leather ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Velvet, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Velvet, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Velvet, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A set of four bamboo and green velvet counter stools designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.0"H x 15.0"W x 15...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Velvet, Bamboo

Set of 4 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères in COM
Set of 4 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères in COM

Set of 4 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères in COM

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 'Méandre' counter stools by DESIGN FRÈRES with dark bronze frames shown here with high-end Loro Piana fabric upholstered seats COM.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Modern Chrome Frame X-Form Metal Curule Stool with Cowhide Upholstery
Modern Chrome Frame X-Form Metal Curule Stool with Cowhide Upholstery

Modern Chrome Frame X-Form Metal Curule Stool with Cowhide Upholstery

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Contemporary Modern Chrome Frame X-Form Metal Stool with Cowhide Upholstery. Item features cowhide upholstery (with damage), metal chrome x-frame, clean modernist lines, great style ...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome

Reyes Counter Stool in Cherry with Russet Leather
Reyes Counter Stool in Cherry with Russet Leather

Reyes Counter Stool in Cherry with Russet Leather

By Martell Woodworks

Located in Mendocino, CA

This is a cherry counter stool with a stretched leather seat and back. The frame is solid cherry, with a gentle radius at the interior joints and softly rounded edges. The leather is...

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2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Philippe Starck Caprice Stool For Cassina
Philippe Starck Caprice Stool For Cassina

Philippe Starck Caprice Stool For Cassina

By Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Philippe Starck Caprice Stool For Cassina Part of the Caprice family designed by Philippe Starck, the Caprice Stool is a design stool with an aluminum pedestal base and seat that f...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Model GS60 Stool, Peder Kristensen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s
Model GS60 Stool, Peder Kristensen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s

Model GS60 Stool, Peder Kristensen, Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s

By Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Peder Kristensen

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Model GS60 stool, design Peder Kristensen, manufactured by Glyngøre Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Teak frame, seat made of woven papercord. Marked. Good vintage condition, minor patin...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Horsehair Bench/Stool Modern by J.M. Szymanski, Blackened Iron
Horsehair Bench/Stool Modern by J.M. Szymanski, Blackened Iron

Horsehair Bench/Stool Modern by J.M. Szymanski, Blackened Iron

By J.M. Szymanski

Located in Bronx, NY

HORSE HAIR BENCH NO. 3 J.M. Szymanski D. 2022 Contemporary furniture at its finest. Horsehair textile and blackened iron are combined to create an exciting juxtaposition of ele...

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2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Iron, Steel

Circular Bar Stool in Bronze and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
Circular Bar Stool in Bronze and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam

Circular Bar Stool in Bronze and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam

By BassamFellows

Located in Ridgefield, CT

The elegance and simplicity of the Circular Table collection extends to a casual seat. A sturdy but agile floating presence is created by the stool’s base, made from circular sect...

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2010s Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Meribel Wood Stool For Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Meribel Wood Stool For Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Meribel Wood Stool For Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Charlotte Perriand Set of Two Meribel Wood Stools For Cassina Stool model Meribel designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61. American walnut and black lacquered wood. Relaunched by...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Cognac Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Set of 6 Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Cognac Leather & Black Rubber Metal

Set of 6 Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Cognac Leather & Black Rubber Metal

By Jover + Valls

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...

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2010s Spanish Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Japanese antique stool / 1868-1925 / Drum-shaped stool
Japanese antique stool / 1868-1925 / Drum-shaped stool

Japanese antique stool / 1868-1925 / Drum-shaped stool

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a small old taiko drum that was used in Japan. It is likely from the Meiji to Taisho period, around 1868–1925. Japanese taiko drums come in many sizes, from large drums used ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Showa Antique Stools

Materials

Cowhide, Wood

Set of 3 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères, in COM
Set of 3 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères, in COM

Set of 3 'Méandre' Counter Stools by Design Frères, in COM

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Méandre™ counter stool by DESIGN FRÈRES®, in COM. Dark bronze finish frame. Upholstered firm but comfortable. Requires 1.5 yards COM fabric total for the set of 3, to be sent ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Polar Bear Stool
Polar Bear Stool

Polar Bear Stool

$6,168 / item

Polar Bear Stool

Located in Paris, FR

Stool Polar Bear with small polar bear pluches in synthetic fur, hand-crafted and hand-sewn. The underside of the stool is made of fur produced from sheep's wool obtained through ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Stools

Materials

Steel

Trio of Model OD-61 Bar Stools by Erik Buch for O.D. Mobler, Denmark, c. 1960's
Trio of Model OD-61 Bar Stools by Erik Buch for O.D. Mobler, Denmark, c. 1960's

Trio of Model OD-61 Bar Stools by Erik Buch for O.D. Mobler, Denmark, c. 1960's

By Erik Buch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This elegant trio of mid-century bar stools, designed by Danish furniture maker Erik Buch, showcases the sculptural refinement and ergonomic sensibility that define his work. Crafted...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Teak

Glazed ceramic table or stool by Marie-Lucie Trinquand, 2025.
Glazed ceramic table or stool by Marie-Lucie Trinquand, 2025.

Glazed ceramic table or stool by Marie-Lucie Trinquand, 2025.

By Marie-Lucie Trinquant

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Glazed ceramic table or stool by Marie-Lucie Trinquand, 2025. Artist signature under the base. 2025. Unique piece. H : 23.4 x 12.2 x 11.4 inches. - Born in 1960 in France, she live...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Beaux Arts Stools

Materials

Ceramic

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood Modern Organic
Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood Modern Organic

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A wonderfully sculptural chair with mix of wood textures and shades. A uniquely sculptural and versatile piece, this chair was crafted from a single block of suar wood. Meticulously ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Fruitwood

Mid-Century Glossy Purple Velvet Stool, Europe, 1960s
Mid-Century Glossy Purple Velvet Stool, Europe, 1960s

Mid-Century Glossy Purple Velvet Stool, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Stool from the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Beautiful glossy purple color velvet upholstery. The stool consists of an upholstered part, a seat and wooden legs narrowing downwards, characteristic of the 1960s style. We can prepare this stool also in another color of fabric...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Sori Yanagi Rosewood Butterfly Stool
Sori Yanagi Rosewood Butterfly Stool

Sori Yanagi Rosewood Butterfly Stool

By Sori Yanagi

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Sori Yanagi rosewood butterfly stool. Early and excellent example of this mid century classic. Beautiful book matched Brazilian rosewood seating sections. Brass screws and support s...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery
Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery

By Knoll, Marcel Breuer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

At the Bauhaus, Marcel Breuer married traditional craftsmanship with industrial methods and materials to help make tubular steel furniture an international sensation and a modern institution. Marcel Breuer was also the designer of the iconic Wassily chair and the Breuer Building, which now houses the Whitney Museum of American Art in the heart of NYC. This brand new set is in the super elegant "Caviar Hourglass" upholstery, and have never been used. These chairs are new in box, and have been priced near the first-party Knoll price. However, we can offer discounted and faster shipping, and are willing to reasonably negotiate. At this time, we have a total of 8 stools...

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2010s American Bauhaus Stools

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Robert Thompson 'Mouseman' English Oak Leather Dressing Stool
Robert Thompson 'Mouseman' English Oak Leather Dressing Stool

Robert Thompson 'Mouseman' English Oak Leather Dressing Stool

Located in Nottingham, GB

Hand-adzed faceted legs and low perimeter stretchers support a fitted leather seat in this English oak dressing stool by Robert Thompson of Kilburn. One front corner leg bears Thomps...

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Early 20th Century Stools

Materials

Oak, Leather

Baltique 01 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin
Baltique 01 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin

Baltique 01 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin

By Pascale Girardin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stool or coffee table, form and function are one and the same. Functional and decorative stoneware object, crafted by pinching and coiling. The ceramic surface is applied either with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pierre Chapo Stool 'S13A' in Elm
Pierre Chapo Stool 'S13A' in Elm

Pierre Chapo Stool 'S13A' in Elm

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pierre Chapo, stools, model 'S31A', solid elm, France, circa 1974 This S31A stool is one of the early editions designed by Pierre Chapo, known for his hallmark use of solid elmwood ...

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1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Elm

Set of Five Vintage Diabolo Stools by Kartell, Italy, 1972
Set of Five Vintage Diabolo Stools by Kartell, Italy, 1972

Set of Five Vintage Diabolo Stools by Kartell, Italy, 1972

By Kartell

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice mix set of vintage plastic Diabolo stools. 5 pieces 3 Giganplast Italy 1970s 2 Tamtam France 1970s. Good condition. signed.    

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Stools

Materials

Plastic

Italian Designer, Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of bamboo and rattan stools designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Top of legs have small cracks Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.8"H x 1...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Midcentury pair of stools mod. K65 by Alvar Aalto for Artek
Midcentury pair of stools mod. K65 by Alvar Aalto for Artek

Midcentury pair of stools mod. K65 by Alvar Aalto for Artek

By Alvar Aalto

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Model K65 Stool by Alvar Aalto for Artek Finland, 1970s Designed by Alvar Aalto between 1933 and 1935, the K65 stool exemplifies his pioneering approach to bent birch construction an...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Wood

Industrial Stool by Singer, Cast Iron and Beech, c. 1920s
Industrial Stool by Singer, Cast Iron and Beech, c. 1920s

Industrial Stool by Singer, Cast Iron and Beech, c. 1920s

Located in Brussels, BE

Singer created industrial furniture for their own companies. The present stool dates from 1920/30. It has a superb patina of the time. What makes it rare is that the seat is original...

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1920s American Industrial Vintage Stools

Materials

Iron

Rare Audoux & Minet Rope Stool, France, 1950s
Rare Audoux & Minet Rope Stool, France, 1950s

Rare Audoux & Minet Rope Stool, France, 1950s

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A rare rope and wood stool by Frida Minet and Adrien Audoux, 1950s, France. A lovely example, in good condition with some minor wear to the surface of the rope. Fast shipping world...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Rope, Wood

Set of 5 Frederic Weinberg Square-Leg Iron & Orange Leatherette Upholstery 1950s
Set of 5 Frederic Weinberg Square-Leg Iron & Orange Leatherette Upholstery 1950s

Set of 5 Frederic Weinberg Square-Leg Iron & Orange Leatherette Upholstery 1950s

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Frederic Weinberg and made in the 1950s, this awesome set of stools features a sophisticated look, part retro, but part mid-century modern. With bases made of bent and we...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Iron

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Tabouret Stools
Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Tabouret Stools

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Tabouret Stools

Located in Round Top, TX

Pair of early 20th century Swedish taboret stools crafted in pine. Each stool features turned, tapered legs and carved egg and dart detailing along the skirt. The original painted fi...

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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Stools

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Muslin, Pine, Paint

Antique, New and Vintage Stools

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.