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Sculptural side table  Palladio in Breccia Marble, Italian Collectible Design
Sculptural side table  Palladio in Breccia Marble, Italian Collectible Design

Sculptural side table Palladio in Breccia Marble, Italian Collectible Design

By Spinzi

Located in Milano, IT

Marble Sculpture - Collectible side table - Sculptural - Italian Design inspired by Palladio Neoclassical elegance meets Italian craftsmanship in this timeless piece, elevating any ...

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2010s Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Marble

Eero Aarnio mushroom stool in rattan for asko circa 1960
Eero Aarnio mushroom stool in rattan for asko circa 1960

Eero Aarnio mushroom stool in rattan for asko circa 1960

By Eero Aarnio

Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län

Famous Mushroom stool designed by Eero Aarnio for asko in the 60's a true iconic finnish design piece in rattan, the stool is in perfect orginal condition ! Eero Aarnio is one of the...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Rattan

1950s Alvar Aalto stool X602 in rich patinated birch and Niger leather. By Artek
1950s Alvar Aalto stool X602 in rich patinated birch and Niger leather. By Artek

1950s Alvar Aalto stool X602 in rich patinated birch and Niger leather. By Artek

By Artek, Alvar Aalto

Located in København K, 84

Presenting Alvar Aalto stool model X602 in a rich patinated birch upholstered in premium brown Niger goat leather. Produced by Artek in late 1950s. The Alvar Aalto stool model X602...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Leather, Birch

Mid-Century Style Burgundy Velvet Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola, Europe
Mid-Century Style Burgundy Velvet Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola, Europe

Mid-Century Style Burgundy Velvet Triangle Medium Stool, by Vintola, Europe

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Comfortable and stabile triangle stool. They are contemporary stools inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as a bar stools. Stool was designed by Vintola Studio, a Polish brand...

Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Wood

Swedish modernist pinewood stools by Martin Åberg, Servex, 1960s
Swedish modernist pinewood stools by Martin Åberg, Servex, 1960s

Swedish modernist pinewood stools by Martin Åberg, Servex, 1960s

By Martin Åberg, Servex 1

Located in Forserum, SE

A set of four small Swedish modernist stools designed by Martin Åberg, produced in the 1960s by the manufacturer Servex. Crafted from molded pine veneer with a cylindrical seat at th...

Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Textile, Pine, Plywood

Set of 2 Spanish Hacienda Barstools with Hand-Worked Full Grain Leather, 1960s
Set of 2 Spanish Hacienda Barstools with Hand-Worked Full Grain Leather, 1960s

Set of 2 Spanish Hacienda Barstools with Hand-Worked Full Grain Leather, 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a set of character-rich Spanish Hacienda wrought iron barstools. Featuring hand-cut, hand-tooled and hand-shaped full-grain leather upholstery replete with the patina of ...

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Wrought Iron

Arts & Crafts Design Style HEART Stool Set, Belgium 1920's
Arts & Crafts Design Style HEART Stool Set, Belgium 1920's

Arts & Crafts Design Style HEART Stool Set, Belgium 1920's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Arts & Crafts Design Style HEART Stool set of 2. Made in Belgium, Early 20th Century, 1920's period. Oak constructed stools with heart carving on the sides. Beautiful in thei...

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1920s Belgian Arts and Crafts Vintage Stools

Materials

Oak

Customizable Leather ClassiCon Satish Bar Stool by Eckart Muthesius
Customizable Leather ClassiCon Satish Bar Stool by Eckart Muthesius

Customizable Leather ClassiCon Satish Bar Stool by Eckart Muthesius

By Eckart Muthesius

Located in New York, NY

The palace of Maharajah Shri Yeshwant Rao Holkar Bahadur was located in far-away India, yet it was equipped with the latest in modern finesse from a western lifestyle. This included ...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Set of 6 Armchair Bar Stool W. Backrest Natural Tan Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Set of 6 Armchair Bar Stool W. Backrest Natural Tan Leather & Black Rubber Metal

Set of 6 Armchair Bar Stool W. Backrest Natural Tan Leather & Black Rubber Metal

By Jover + Valls

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

The “Repose” contemporary counter height stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small de...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Otto Schulz Art Deco Leather Stool for Boet
Otto Schulz Art Deco Leather Stool for Boet

Otto Schulz Art Deco Leather Stool for Boet

By Otto Schulz, Boet

Located in Kramfors, SE

Otto Schulz leather tabouret or stool for Boet in Gothenburg. Designed and produced during the 1930s with upholstery in dark leather and riveted details. Original and untouched, the ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Stools

Materials

Leather

Collectible Temperino Bench in Solid Cedar Wood with Metal Detailing
Collectible Temperino Bench in Solid Cedar Wood with Metal Detailing

Collectible Temperino Bench in Solid Cedar Wood with Metal Detailing

By Alessandro Guidolin

Located in NEW YORK, NY

The Temperino stool by Riva 1920 is a distinctive piece crafted from a single block of solid scented cedarwood. Designed by Alessandro Guidolin, it resembles a "gigantic" pencil shar...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Iron

Antique Quality Walnut Oval Stool
Antique Quality Walnut Oval Stool

Antique Quality Walnut Oval Stool

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique quality walnut oval stool having a newly reupholstered oval seat in a quality fabric above a figured walnut frame standing on shaped carved solid walnut cabriole legs with pa...

Category

Early 20th Century English Stools

Materials

Walnut

Arc de Stool '52
Arc de Stool '52

Arc de Stool '52

$1,287 / item

Arc de Stool '52

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

Arc de Stool'52 in Black Varished Chestnut Designed by Project 213A in 2022 The taller version of the stool's legs curves inwards towards its triangular...

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Walnut

Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat height: 14.5" H

Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Pine

Important Pair of 'X602' Stools by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1954
Important Pair of 'X602' Stools by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1954

Important Pair of 'X602' Stools by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1954

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Very rare pair of model ‘X602’ stools designed by Alvar Aalto around 1954. Made of a birch tripod base with exceptional wood detailing and the original black leather seats. In great ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather, Birch

Brutalist Bar Stool "Marbella" done in solid oak
Brutalist Bar Stool "Marbella" done in solid oak

Brutalist Bar Stool "Marbella" done in solid oak

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a beautiful Brutalist bar stool. This very sculptural piece of furniture is done in solid oak. It has remarkable design inspired by the birthing chairs ...

Category

1970s Spanish Brutalist Vintage Stools

Materials

Oak

Red Wooden Stool with Woven Rush Seat
Red Wooden Stool with Woven Rush Seat

Red Wooden Stool with Woven Rush Seat

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Red Wooden Stools with Woven Rush Seats Sturdy wooden stools featuring a bold red painted frame and natural woven rush seats. Classic, rustic design with square legs and cross-braci...

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Rush, Hardwood

Bristol Stool
Bristol Stool

Bristol Stool

$2,600 / item

Bristol Stool

Located in Manson, WA

Hand-carved with love and care, this gem boasts a stunning backrest and arms that are as sturdy as they are stylish. Its sleek, Danish-inspired design is the perfect blend of modern ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Ash, Walnut

'Kembo' Stool with Original Black Skai Seat and Black Tubular Legs
'Kembo' Stool with Original Black Skai Seat and Black Tubular Legs

'Kembo' Stool with Original Black Skai Seat and Black Tubular Legs

By Kembo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Little Kembo stool with original black skai upholstery and black enameled metal frame. In very original condition with visible wear including chipping to frame and minor tears/scratc...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Metal

The End Black Stool by Toiletpaper for Gufram
The End Black Stool by Toiletpaper for Gufram

The End Black Stool by Toiletpaper for Gufram

By Gufram Furniture, Toiletpaper

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Maurizio Cattelan e Pierpaolo Ferrari Gufram, The End is a pouf made in polyurethane foam and covered in Guflac. The End is a pouf by the original and unique design. A p...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Plastic

Italian Designer, Stools, Metal, Velvet, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Stools, Metal, Velvet, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Stools, Metal, Velvet, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of metal and velvet stools designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, c. 1950s.

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Metal

Napoleon III buttoned high back small sofa
Napoleon III buttoned high back small sofa

Napoleon III buttoned high back small sofa

Located in Malton, GB

This is a very elegant Napoleon III buttoned high back sofa. Small width but generous depth making it an ideal comfy sofa for smaller spaces. The sofa has three ebonised cabriole leg...

Category

19th Century Antique Stools

Materials

Beech

Art Deco Style Stool (Walnut Finish)
Art Deco Style Stool (Walnut Finish)

Art Deco Style Stool (Walnut Finish)

Located in Houston, TX

Our Stunning Custom Residence stool is offered in a walnut or natural finish with a vintage caramel velvet fabric. All stools are made to order with an 8 day lead time. Please note v...

Category

2010s North American Art Deco Stools

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Jacques Charpentier Mid-Century Modern Tufted Leather Ottoman Stool Pair
Jacques Charpentier Mid-Century Modern Tufted Leather Ottoman Stool Pair

Jacques Charpentier Mid-Century Modern Tufted Leather Ottoman Stool Pair

By Jacques Charpentier

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Jacques Charpentière Mid-Century Modern 1970 French stool, ottoman side tables in original tufted brown leather upholstery and polished chrome base. Very good original condi...

Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Chrome

High stool by Christian Durupt, Méribel, circa 1960
High stool by Christian Durupt, Méribel, circa 1960

High stool by Christian Durupt, Méribel, circa 1960

By Christian Durupt

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

High stool by Christian Durupt, a French cabinetmaker active in the 1960s who collaborated with Charlotte Perriand on Alpine ski resorts. This piece originated from Méribel, where lo...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Pine

Modernist Bench in the style of Leleu
Modernist Bench in the style of Leleu

Modernist Bench in the style of Leleu

Located in New York, NY

A modernist bench in the style of Leleu. A boxed rectangular seat supported by a framed base and tapering legs in mahogany in a lacquered finish. 20th Century. A pair is available.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stools

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Twist with Fantastic Look, Red
Twist with Fantastic Look, Red

Twist with Fantastic Look, Red

By Yet Design Studio

Located in Istanbul, 34

Twist, which is open to use in every space with its striking color options, combines the functions of a side table and stool, while providing your own balance in the use of stools wi...

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s
Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s

Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Lovely mid-century round stool in bamboo, rattan and wicker. Franco Albini designed this piece in Italy during the 1960s. This pouf is made in a gorgeous combination of curved bambo...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Danish Teak Bar Stools w/ Leather Belt Strap - Set of 4
Vintage Danish Teak Bar Stools w/ Leather Belt Strap - Set of 4

Vintage Danish Teak Bar Stools w/ Leather Belt Strap - Set of 4

Located in North Miami, FL

These vintage bar stools feature masculine lines, a black leather worn belt strap as a backrest and newly upholstered black leather hide seats. VERY solid and natural for a relaxed ...

Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Brass

INVICTA Modern Bar Stool with Sculptural Black Wood Legs
INVICTA Modern Bar Stool with Sculptural Black Wood Legs

INVICTA Modern Bar Stool with Sculptural Black Wood Legs

Located in Frazão, Porto

The INVICTA bar stool from CASA MAGNA embodies both elegance and originality. Featuring a unique design with a single solid wood back leg, it exudes ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Green Aluminium Stool with Reel Rush Seating from Anodised Wicker Collection
Green Aluminium Stool with Reel Rush Seating from Anodised Wicker Collection

Green Aluminium Stool with Reel Rush Seating from Anodised Wicker Collection

By Tino Seubert

Located in London, GB

Originally realised for the Hepworth Gallery in Wakefield and inspired by Donald Judd and Børge Mogensen, Anodised Wicker marries industrially extruded and anodised aluminium with ha...

Category

2010s British Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 3 Counter Height Stool w. Backrest Black Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Set of 3 Counter Height Stool w. Backrest Black Leather & Black Rubber Metal

Set of 3 Counter Height Stool w. Backrest Black 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...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Desert aluminum counter stool with metal seating by Joyf
Desert aluminum counter stool with metal seating by Joyf

Desert aluminum counter stool with metal seating by Joyf

By Denis Sokolov

Located in LUBLIN, PL

Desert Counter Stool by Denis Sokolov for Joyf The Desert Counter Stool blends effortless functionality with refined minimalist design, making it a versatile choice for kitchens, is...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

The 'Antibes' Swiveling Bar Stool by Design Frères, in COM
The 'Antibes' Swiveling Bar Stool by Design Frères, in COM

The 'Antibes' Swiveling Bar Stool by Design Frères, in COM

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The 'Antibes' swiveling bar stool by Design Frères, in COM. These are suited to sit comfortably at a 42 in. tall bar. COM required: 1 yard per stool. COM instructions will be reco...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s

Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine stool designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 9.9” H x 12” W x 12” D

Category

1970s Swedish Vintage Stools

Materials

Pine

Early edition collectable black Arne Jacobsen DOT 3170 stool, 1950s
Early edition collectable black Arne Jacobsen DOT 3170 stool, 1950s

Early edition collectable black Arne Jacobsen DOT 3170 stool, 1950s

By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Great first production Dot stool by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Together with Fritz Hansen's grandson, Søren Hansen, Arne Jacobsen developed plywood furniture. This stool was the...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Plywood

Kitchen Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Brass Metal & Natural Tan Tobacco Leather
Kitchen Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Brass Metal & Natural Tan Tobacco Leather

Kitchen Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Brass Metal & Natural Tan Tobacco Leather

By Jover + Valls

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

The Hug contemporary counter stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Antique American Oak Country Farmhouse Footstool Step Stool Rest Ottoman 16"
Antique American Oak Country Farmhouse Footstool Step Stool Rest Ottoman 16"

Antique American Oak Country Farmhouse Footstool Step Stool Rest Ottoman 16"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique primitive early American oak footstool / foot rest / step stool / ottoman. Dimensions: 16" x 11.5" x 9" (Width x Depth x Height)

Category

Early 20th Century American Country Stools

Materials

Oak

Vintage Bar Stools, Golfer Figure on Back of Stool, Bright Blue Powder Coated
Vintage Bar Stools, Golfer Figure on Back of Stool, Bright Blue Powder Coated

Vintage Bar Stools, Golfer Figure on Back of Stool, Bright Blue Powder Coated

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Mid-Century Modern set of 3 metal bar stools, set of three. These exciting barstools with figure of golfer on the back rest has been newly powder coated in Maui Blue (bright metallic blue). The set of barstools are sturdy and exciting in a modern decor. The seat is in basketweave metal. A seat cushion could easily be put in place for additional comfort. Perfect for any entertaining setting, especially in a golf decor...

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Metal, Iron

Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead
Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead

Sheep Stool by Studio Ahead

By Studio Ahead

Located in San Francisco, CA

Sheep stool designed by Studio Ahead. The stool is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep The stool could be placed o...

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wool, Felt

Awaiting, H Stool Brass and Velvet
Awaiting, H Stool Brass and Velvet

Awaiting, H Stool Brass and Velvet

By Giorgia Zanellato

Located in Roma, IT

This stool can be considered a "spin-off" of the Awaiting collection, presented by Secondome during Milan Fuorisalone, 2016. A classic yet contemporary brass structure designed by Gi...

Category

2010s Italian Stools

Materials

Metal, Brass

Melody Bar Stool by Munna
Melody Bar Stool by Munna

Melody Bar Stool by Munna

Located in Geneve, CH

Melody Bar Stool by Munna Dimensions: D 50 x W 50 x H 105 cm. SH: 80 cm. Materials: Solid wood, foam, and upholstery. Finish: Upholstery: Cotton Velvet, ref. Mustard, CV 10. Legs: Mu...

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Art Deco Bauhaus Era Vintage Three Chromed Metal Stools, 1930s, Germany
Art Deco Bauhaus Era Vintage Three Chromed Metal Stools, 1930s, Germany

Art Deco Bauhaus Era Vintage Three Chromed Metal Stools, 1930s, Germany

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco Bauhaus era vintage three chromed steel stools, which were designed and made 1930s, Germany. The vintage stools were made of curved chromed tube steel and moulded ash veneer...

Category

1930s German Art Deco Vintage Stools

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Handmade Solid Oak Wood Stool
Contemporary Handmade Solid Oak Wood Stool

Contemporary Handmade Solid Oak Wood Stool

By Luis Vega

Located in Guadalajara, Jal.

A stool for all occasions, from the ordinary to the extraordinary. This piece of furniture serves as a synthesis of structure and form, both remarked by its constructive clarity and ...

Category

2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools

Materials

Oak

19Thc Hand Made Stool With Leather Seat
19Thc Hand Made Stool With Leather Seat

19Thc Hand Made Stool With Leather Seat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This early 19thc turned leg early stool is in sturdy condition.The top is in a newly upholstered leather.

Category

Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Stools

Materials

Leather, Wood

Corail 01 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin
Corail 01 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin

Corail 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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Stool with Shagreen and Shell Pattern with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Stool with Shagreen and Shell Pattern with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

Stool with Shagreen and Shell Pattern with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The Laurens Camo Stool by R&Y Augousti is a stunning blend of artistry and function, crafted to be a statement piece in any setting. The seat is adorned with a captivating pattern ma...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Stools

Materials

Brass

Twist with Fantastic Look, Blue
Twist with Fantastic Look, Blue

Twist with Fantastic Look, Blue

By Yet Design Studio

Located in Istanbul, 34

Twist, which is open to use in every space with its striking color options, combines the functions of a side table and stool, while providing your own balance in the use of stools wi...

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1970s Maple and Upholstered Stools with Storage
Pair of 1970s Maple and Upholstered Stools with Storage

Pair of 1970s Maple and Upholstered Stools with Storage

Located in Germantown, MD

A pair of 1970s Maple and Upholstered Stools with Storage in good vintage condition. Measure 17" in width, 15" in depth and stands 20" tall.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Maple

Red modern Appoggio Stool by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani
Red modern Appoggio Stool by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani

Red modern Appoggio Stool by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani

By Claudio Salocchi

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

Claudio Salocchi was an Italian architect, industrial and interior designer. His modern and functional approach to design and architecture are often enriched by the use of contempora...

Category

1970s Italian Modern Vintage Stools

Materials

Metal

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.