Lisa Johansson-Pape, Stool, Pine, Finland, 1950s

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

A brass pendant designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and produced by Ornö, Finland, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.5” H x 10.25 ” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 2.25 ” H x 3.8...

A pine and black-painted wood stool designed by Ilmari Tapivaara and produced by Laukaan Puu OY, Finland, c. 1950s. Seat height: 13"

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

Sauna stools have been in use for centuries, predominantly in Japan and in Finland. While this form of furniture is mostly a utilitarian object, vintage sauna stools - like this set of four - from these countries are artisanal, beautiful pieces. From Antti Nurmesniemi’s sauna stool (which is part of the MoMA’s collection) to the Japanese Hinoki stools, these vintage wooden pieces are perhaps even more treasured today than in the 50s. Sauna stools are traditionally used as a perch while washing up in the bathhouse before entering the soaking tub. They also make good shower stools or bath-side caddies also because the woods used - pine in this case - are naturally bacteria- and mildew-resistant and withstand humidity well. Stools traditionally have a simple, functional construction, however, these Finnish stools have elaborately carved tops that move beyond the strictly functional role. The tops are composed of four interconnecting parts in a shape that resembles a Celtic knot. These individual parts are connected by two dowel pins to each other leaving the design airy and functional as water has an easy way to flow through. The legs are in a simple, slightly tapered form to support the sitter with similar dowel pins connecting them to the seats. These mid-century sauna stools were made for Finnsauna Lagerholm...

Small birch stools altogether 5 pieces, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Good vintage condition, patina and minor wear consistent with age and use.

Rare solid pine stool model Sauna designed by Bertel Gardberg and produced by Normark Finnmade for Villa Jouhki in Finland, 1950s. The stool features three legs attached to a round ...

This exquisite three-legged stool, crafted from robust pine wood, embodies the essence of Scandinavian Vintage Design. The intriguing triangular seat showcases a rich patina that spe...