Japanese Stools

Japanese green glaze garden ceramic seat in the form of a stylized lotus plant, circa 1950's. The elegant form and pale green, almost celadon color, make this a special piece. For in...

Vintage Japanese shop keepers stool late 19th to early 20th Century. The stool has developed a rich patina from over the years of use. This stool has a storage compartment for holdin...

This is an old low stool made from a tree stump, thought to have been made in Japan during the Taisho to early Showa period, in the early 20th century. It was cut from a section clos...

This Japanese wooden block stool was crafted during the Meiji to Taisho period (1860s–1920s). Carved from a massive single piece of solid wood, it possesses both the raw strength of ...

This is an antique primitive-style stool from Japan. Its quiet presence carries both the strength of a sculptural object and a simple, rustic beauty. The clean form, free from unnece...

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 ...

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...

This wooden display stand/stool was made in Japan around the 20th century. It's believed to be made from solid, solid zelkova (keyaki) wood, exuding a strong grain and sturdy texture...

This stool is crafted from Japanese chestnut wood by a Japanese carpenter who studied French stereotomy (L’art du Trait), a geometric drafting tradition passed down among French maso...

Designed by Isamu Kenmochi and produced by Akita Mokko, this stool is considered one of the icons of Japanese modern design. Kenmochi is known for his works that blend traditional J...

Beautiful antique Japanese shopkeepers stool with wonderful modern look, Meiji period. Great as an accent piece, can be used for storage of small objects. Has a wonderful old patina.

Mid century ceramic garden stool, possibly Japanese, circa 1960s.

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...

1970s stainless steel molded tractor seat on drum set throne stool base by Japanese designer Yasuaki Sasamoto and produced by Dulton Co. Rare early design...

Single bentwood stool by Isamu Kenmochi (1912-1971) for Akita Mokko. Original condition, minor scuffs. Label, circa 1950s Kenmochi was one of the most significant designers in midcentury Japan. He was a founding member of the Japan Industrial Designers, which included Sori Yanagi and Riki Watanabe...

This stool was made in 1936 for the Japanese Folk Crafts Museum. Made of Japanese cherry wood and seagrass. Today, you can still see the original benches made for this museum. Yanagi Soetsu (1889 – 1961), also known as Yanagi Muneyoshi, was a Japanese art critic, philosopher, and founder of the Mingei (folk craft) movement in Japan in the late 1920s and 1930s. His son, Sori Yanagi, was a renowned industrial designer. In 1916, Yanagi made his first trip to Korea out of curiosity about Korean crafts. The trip led to the establishment of the Korean Folk Crafts Museum in 1924 and the coining of the term mingei by Yanagi, potters Hamada Shoji (1894–1978) and Kawai Kanjiro...

Designed by Isamu Kenmochi and produced by Akita Mokko, this stool is considered one of the icons of Japanese modern design. Kenmochi is known for his works that blend traditional J...

The C603 bar stool is a variation of the C603 Chair by the Japanese designer Yuzuru Yamakawa designed in 1958. A true icon of design, it has been reissued s...

A most probably Meiji/Taisho period street vendor stool, constructed of cedar timbers. Originating from Japan and dating from the early 1900s with handp...

Palisander rosewood "Butterfly" stool designed by Sori Yanagi and produced by Tendo Mokko in the 1960s. This lovely vintage example features book matched rosewood, solid brass suppor...

This is a stool made from Japanese tree branches. In Japan, chairs like this were often made using natural wood. I think they probably made them themselves and used them as work chai...

Rare and iconic wooden mid century "butterfly" stool in molded plywood by Sori Yanagi for Tendo Mokko Japan, 1980s. In good condition and purchased by the previous owner on a busines...

This is a stool that was made from the Taisho period to the mid-Showa period (1910 to 1960) in Japan. They are often used in factories and craftsmen's workshops, but they were also f...

Stool coated with rust. This work expresses the warning about environmental threats. Artist tells that "There once existed a dense forest with abundant trees in Schwarzwald, Germ...

The Elephant Stool, designed by Sori Yanagi for Vitra, is a playful yet elegantly crafted piece that showcases the harmonious blend of function an...

Name: Hula Sculptural stool by Zogei carved furniture Material: White oak This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood ...

A small primitive wooden stool from Japan, dating to the 1920s. Hand-carved from solid wood, the piece features a organic seat with naturally irregular edges and three tapered legs. ...

This is an old stool made in Japan. It was made in the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). The top surface is made of cedar wood and the legs are made of iron. Despite the combination of...

Name: Stone beach Sculptural stool by Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for Nishimura's works are...

Curvaceous Pair of Woven Wicker or Rattan Stools, attributed to Isamu Kenmochi, Japan, circa 1950s. Their loose cushions have recently been reupholstered in a plush ivory color boucle.

Name: Pancake Sculptural stool by Zogei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood...

Pair of Vintage Japanese Obi Covered folding benches. Ebonized X Bases in wood with brass caps and detail. Beautiful floral silk textile. Could be used as luggage racks.

Name: Young Lady Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova pale tone finish This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most...

Name: Unebi Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for Nish...

Exclusive set of two Dulton 'Lotus' bar stools, designed by the renowned Japanese designer Yasu Sasamoto. These vintage stools are crafted from polished, shiny aluminium (or chrome-...

A Japanese late Meiji period red lacquered stool from the early 20th century, with hand painted green accents, semi circular top, four splaying legs and side stretchers. Created in J...

An Authentic Furniture Products milking stool. Made in Japan, this stool is designed after the Smith & Watson Park Avenue Milking Stool, or maybe vice versa... The seat is actually ...

Name: Whimsical Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for ...

Pair of Japanese Asian solid brass pierced round garden stools. Slight variance in size: stool #1 - 13" widest x 16.5" tall stool #2 - 12" widest x ...

An iconic “Butterfly” stool by Sori Yanagi, combining Japanese craftsmanship with modernist elegance in a fluid sculptural form.

Fantastic, vintage modern Japanese ring stool in the manner of Kato Tokukichi. Freshly upholstered in beautiful original Knoll fabric. Acquired in Japan. Amazing wood work detail.

Isamu Kenmochi Japanese Bentwood & Italian Boucle Stool Japan, circa 1960s Manufactured by Akita Mokko Beautifully preserved, Timeless Classic Sculpted bentwood beech base has been ...

Name: On the glass Sculptural stool by Zogei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of...

An iconic mid-century design by Japanese master Sori Yanagi. The Elephant Stool embodies simplicity, functionality, and sculptural beauty. Featuring a distinctive arching silhouette ...

This is the smallest of Isamu Kenmochi's Ratan stools. It is just the right size for small children. The cushion is fixed so it will not fall off. This is...

Name: Mushroom Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova pale tone finish This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most o...

Stool Manufactured by Akita Mokko Japan, 1967 Bent Plywood, Fabric Measurements: 45 cm diameter x 53,5 cm height 17,7 in diameter x 21,1 in height Provenance: Private collection, Tok...

This stool is crafted from Japanese cherry wood (Sakura) by a Japanese carpenter who studied French stereotomy (L’art du Trait), a geometric drafting tradition passed down among Fren...

A Pair of Donut Stools in the manner of Tokukichi Kato. Newly reupholstered in red cotton fabric. Can be sold as a pair or as a single.

This stool is crafted from Japanese zelkova (Keyaki) by a Japanese carpenter who studied French stereotomy (L’art du Trait), a geometric drafting tradition passed down among French m...

Unique Japanese pine stool. Lots of patina, it's a true beauty of minimal craftsmanship. Lightweight and easy to move. A true eye catcher in any interior. __________________________...

Name: Miminashi Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Cherry This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for N...

Name: Cannele Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova pale tone finish This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of...

Name: Nougat Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and zone carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for N...

Name: Boy Sculptural stool by Zogei carved furniture Material: Shiiki This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for Nishimura's works are unabl...

Name: Long John Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and zone carved furniture Material: Paulownia This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used ...

Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Primavera Wood Stool Materials Primavera Wood ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century...

Name: Hermit Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and zone carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for N...

Name: Weight Sculptural stool by Zogei carved furniture Material: magnolia This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for Nishimura's works are ...

1950s solid black lacquer wood and gold leaf accents low stool/table, stamped made in Japan solid construction with a polished finish that shows natural wear age soft scratches, a co...