Ebonized Wood All Black MiMi Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy, Carved Top
Minimalist Stools
A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
Find a collection of Minimalist tables, seating, lighting and more furniture on 1stDibs.
Oak Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
$635 / item
Oak Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in white oak with round top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Material's...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Oak
Fumed Oak Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in fumed white oak with round top. The fuming process reacts with the tannins in the wood and results in a color through, rich amber tone. With a clean ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Oak
Cast Resin 'Square' Table by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
The essence of construction, pulled from the jobsite and refined. This simple block emanates potential, awaiting placement and to serve its assigned role. Dimensions: Width 16 in. (...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Fiberglass, Resin
Blackened Ash Square Top Foundation Stool
$675 / item
Blackened Ash Square Top Foundation Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in blackened ash with a square top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon using mortise and tenon joinery in Ma...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Ash
Upholstered Counter Chair Flock CS1 65 cm by Noom, Boucle Barnum, Green
Located in Paris, FR
The design bar chair Flock is not just a modern chair; it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with comfort and meticulous craftsmanship. This bar-height chair fe...
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Stools
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Cotton, Linen, Acrylic, Wood, Ash
Walnut Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in stunning hand oiled Oregon Black Walnut. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joiner...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Walnut
Counter Stool Fox in Fabric Dedar Tiger Mountain 003 - Designer Seating
Located in Kyiv, UA
The "Fox" counter stool, designed by Dmytro Kozinenko, is a striking combination of modern aesthetics and functional craftsmanship. Its signature detail—a gently curved rear leg insp...
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Minimalist Stools
Metal
Anca Larga / Sculptural Side Table/Stool / Hardwood by Pedro Paulo Venzon
Located in Florianopolis, Santa Catarina
Anca (translate into English as "Hips") is a side table / stool that forms part of a trio of pieces called the "Tríptico Infame" (Infamous Triptych). The “Tríptico Infame” is a loo...
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Hardwood
Counter Stool Fox in Oreo Fabric for Commercial Spaces, Modern Design Furniture
Located in Kyiv, UA
"Fox" Counter Stool by Dmytro Kozinenko – Nature-Inspired Minimalism for Modern Spaces The "Fox" counter stool offers a refined approach to modern furniture design. Its standout fea...
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Stools
Metal
Side Table and Stool, Isola , Murano Blown Glass, Fumè, KANZ, available
By kanz
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Il tavolino/sgabello ISOLA è stato realizzato in vetro di Murano nel 2024. Ogni esemplare è unico, grazie alla lavorazione manuale e alla soffiatura a bocca eseguita dai maestri vetr...
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Art Glass, Murano Glass, Smoked Glass
Available Now, Gold-Plated Brass Barstool with Full-Backrest Design
Located in New York, NY
This barstool embodies the perfect balance of contemporary design and functional craftsmanship. Featuring a gracefully curved backrest and a polished metallic frame, it exudes timele...
2010s Portuguese Minimalist Stools
Gold Plate, Brass
'Kona' Stool & Side Table by Zachary A. Design Stone & Resin Aggregate
Located in Chicago, IL
A minimalist’s take on erupting volcanoes, the Kona brings sophistication and conversation to any environment. Dimensions: Diameter 14 in. (36 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). Materials: Resin, stone...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Stone, Cast Stone, Concrete
Blackened Ash Round Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool or side table in blackened ash with a round top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Mat...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Ash
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Alma 35
$1,770 / item
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Alma 35
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Upholstery, Wood
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Laredo 35
$2,855 / item
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Laredo 35
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Wood, Upholstery
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Alma 22
$1,770 / item
Ensamble Pouf in Escondido Alma 22
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Wood, Upholstery
Fish stool "With Back"
$790 / item
Fish stool "With Back"
Located in beirut, LB
The fish stool is a high stool featuring hand-bent fishtail legs in steel with a upholstered seat and a curved solid back in Teak Iroko wood. The stool rests on solid wood castors to...
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Stools
Steel, Stainless Steel
Modern Counter Chair Flock CS2 65 cm by Noom, Wooden Legs, Karakorum, Black
Located in Paris, FR
The design bar chair Flock is not just a modern chair; it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with comfort and meticulous craftsmanship. This bar-height chair fe...
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Stools
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Cotton, Linen, Wood, Ash
Anca Sculptural Side Table or Stool in Tropical Hardwood by Pedro Paulo Venzon
Located in Florianopolis, Santa Catarina
Anca (translate into English as "Hips ") is a side table / stool that forms part of a trio of pieces called the "Tríptico Infame" (Infamous Triptych). The “Tríptico Infame” is a ...
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Hardwood
Roberts Counter Stool Walnut Blood Red
$483 / item
Roberts Counter Stool Walnut Blood Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
This sleek stool has a thin carved wooden seat that rests on a steel tubing base. The elegant seat is curved for seamless comfort while displaying a stunning intersecting diagonal ac...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Steel
Martha Sturdy Set of 3 Red Industrial Counter Bar Stools Pedestals, Plant Stands
Located in Round Top, TX
Martha Sturdy bent steel stools, powder coated in red. We have offered these same stools in natural steel and can remove the red by buyer request to bring this set to natural steel. ...
Late 20th Century Canadian Minimalist Stools
Steel
Oak Square Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
$615 / item
Oak Square Top Foundation Side Table / Stool
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood stool / side table in white oak with square top. With a clean and minimal design, these stools are handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Material'...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Oak
Oak White MiMi Stool by Miduny, Made in Italy
Walnut Black MiMi Stool by Miduny, Made in Italy
Stool #1 in Brass and Red Silicon
$6,436 / item
Stool #1 in Brass and Red Silicon
Located in Chicago, IL
Not sure if it is a stool, with tubes. Sit on it and sure enough it is, stool with tubes.
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Brass
Vintage French Style Rush Seat Barstools - Set of 6
$3,360Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vintage French Style Rush Seat Barstools - Set of 6
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Nice set of 6 dark spindle wood barstools with woven rush seats, giving very antique French vibes. All the stools are in good condition, showing some minimal signs or age and wear f...
20th Century Minimalist Stools
Rush, Wood
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height in Signal White by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminum. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminum. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished f...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Aluminum
Flow Gold Stool by Enrico Girotti - Available in Counter & Bar Heights
Located in Verona, IT
Flow Gold is the epitome of elegance and innovation—a creation that transcends the ordinary bar and counter stool to become a functional work of art, elevating any space with a touch...
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Steel
Zinc Stool Curva
$1,100 / item
Zinc Stool Curva
Located in Floresta, MG
A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of the collection. Using this element of industrial origin and organic format, we seek to crea...
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Steel, Zinc
Walnut Orange MiMi Stool by Miduny, Made in Italy
Anca Sculptural Side Table or Stool in Tropical Hardwood by Pedro Paulo Venzon
Located in Florianopolis, Santa Catarina
Anca (translate into English as "Hips ") is a side table / stool that forms part of a trio of pieces called the "Tríptico Infame" (Infamous Triptych). The “Tríptico Infame” is a ...
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Hardwood
Stool #3 in Stainless Steel and Leather
$5,131 / item
Stool #3 in Stainless Steel and Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
Formed leather supported by machines aluminium, raised up by formed stainless steel.
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Stainless Steel
French Walnut Stools Attributed to Atelier Marolles in a Wabi Sabi Spirit 20thc
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of beautifully hand crafted French walnut stools attributed to Atelier Marolles are also the essence of the Japanese Wabi Sabi aesthetic. They can function as stools or sid...
Mid-20th Century French Minimalist Stools
Walnut
Boucle Bar Chair Flock CS2 75 cm by Noom, Modern Design, Wooden Legs, White
Located in Paris, FR
The design bar chair Flock is not just a modern chair; it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with comfort and meticulous craftsmanship. This bar-height chair fe...
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Stools
Steel
Set of 4 Colour Play Tall Kitchen, Bar Stools, Customisable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The kitchen counter stools are part of & New’s color play dining room collection, which consists of dining tables, benches, stools, and cabinets made in Britain by local craftsmen. ...
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Stools
Steel
Swedish pair of Organic Mushroom Stools in birch Ikea 2009
By IKEA
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
As a pair these iconic stools are a great edition to any home decor. They have clumsy mushroomy but still sophisticated look. Made in massive birch they are quite heavy but still ea...
Early 2000s Swedish Minimalist Stools
Birch
Contemporary Fang Bei Drumstool in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fang Bei Drumstool Black Lacquer Hand Repoussé Metal Base Limited Edition Contemporary Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These...
2010s Minimalist Stools
Lacquer
Accent Counter Chair Flock CS2 65 cm by Noom, Ash Wood Legs, Boucle
Located in Paris, FR
The design bar chair Flock is not just a modern chair; it's a masterpiece that seamlessly blends timeless elegance with comfort and meticulous craftsmanship. This bar-height chair fe...
2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Stools
Steel
Ribbon Stool Made with Brass or Stainless Steel Body, Modern and Minimal Seating
Located in Chicago, IL
An exercise in minimalism and tension, what defines a stool and what is the least amount of material one can use while creating a comfortable resting place? The Ribbon stools are a c...
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Stainless Steel, Brass
Jodhpur Pedestal Table by Charlotte Besson-Oberlin
Located in Paris, FR
The Jodhpur pedestal table is a unique piece created in 2025. This side table combines elegance and functionality, highlighting noble materials such as ash wood and leather. The infl...
2010s French Minimalist Stools
Leather, Ash
"NOLAN" Stool by Stefano Bigi (Marble, Nero Marquina, black, Italy)
By Stefano Bigi
Located in Pastrengo, IT
The Nolan Stool is a sculptural creation that transforms raw marble into a poetic work of art. Emerging from stone like a vision shaped by an ancient sculptor’s hand, its fluid curve...
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Marble
Walnut Black MiMi Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy
Contemporary Stool '01' by FRAMA, Natural Birch, Seat H.76
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Stool 01 by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Natural Solid birch frame, birch plywood seat Finish: Lacquered Dimensions : Height 76 cm / Width 38,7 cm...
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Minimalist Stools
Wood, Birch
Contemporary Stool '01' by FRAMA, Warm Brown Birch, Seat H.65
By Frama
Located in Paris, IDF
Stool 01 by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : FRAMA Studio Material / Color : Warm Brown Solid birch frame, birch plywood seat Finish: Lacquered Dimensions : Height 65 cm / Width 38,7...
21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Minimalist Stools
Wood, Birch
Plug stool with back
$900 / item
Plug stool with back
Located in beirut, LB
Plug Stool is a contemporary bar stool designed with both comfort and character in mind. It features an ergonomically shaped solid wood seat upholstered in cognac-tanned leather, pai...
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Stools
Steel, Stainless Steel
Fish stool "With Back" Stainless steel super mirror
$1,165 / item
Fish stool "With Back" Stainless steel super mirror
Located in beirut, LB
The fish stool is a high stool featuring hand-bent fishtail legs in steel with a upholstered seat and a curved solid back in Teak Iroko wood. The stool rests on solid wood castors to...
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Stools
Steel, Stainless Steel
Pair of Athens Stool in Iroko Wood by Leonard Kadid for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by classical Greek architecture, the Athens stool uses only two different elements. Made of solid wood, the geometry of the stool comes as a result of its assembly method - ...
2010s South African Minimalist Stools
Hardwood
Contemporary Handmade Solid Oak Wood Stool
$1,510 / item
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 ...
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Oak
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Pine
Plywood and Metal Stool, The Netherlands, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Plywood and Metal Stool, The Netherlands, 1970s Originally produced in the Netherlands in the 1970s, these vintage stools combine a simple industrial frame with the warmth of plywo...
Late 20th Century Dutch Minimalist Stools
Metal
Ensamble Pouf in Acosta Mendoza 138-22 Vertical
$1,745 / item
Ensamble Pouf in Acosta Mendoza 138-22 Vertical
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
The word "ensamble" means a set and comes from the French "ensemble," referring to one with another, together. From their own individuality, Peca (Guadalajara, 2007) and Studio84 (M...
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish Designer, Stools, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of solid pine stools, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Pine
Monitor Fiberglass Stool Blue by Asa Pingree
By Asa Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Asa Pingree’s slinky, singular fiberglass creations are a direct reflection of the designer’s penchant for clean lines and lightweight structures. The stool is made of a lightweight fiberglass composite with a molded gel coat surface that is extremely durable. The cushion is latex foam...
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Velvet, Fiberglass
Rounded Square Stool, Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rounded square stool Black lacquer Hand repousse Limited edition Each piece is handcrafted individually and is unique. Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dyna...
2010s Minimalist Stools
Lacquer, Abalone
Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Bar Height Stool by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
A stool in bar height stool in powder-coated aluminium. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminium. Also available in brushed, san...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Aluminum
Tam Counter Stool, 4 Legs, Black Ash Wood
$1,564 / item
Tam Counter Stool, 4 Legs, Black Ash Wood
Located in Zapopan, Jalisco
Descendants of an extraordinary family, Tam stools are grown to 65 cm in height, multiplying in a garden of possibilities while preserving in their genetic makeup the beauty of ash w...
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Wood
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height in Traffic Red by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminum. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminum. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished f...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Aluminum
A_Stool in Galvanized Steel Bar Height Stool prototype by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
A_Stool bar height stool in hot-dipped galvanized steel. A minimal, backless design in steel with a durable coating of zinc. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished finish. Si...
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Steel
Contemporary Stool 'Petit Rond' Troels Grum-Schwensen X FRAMA, Steel and Leather
By Frama, Troels Grum-Schwensen
Located in Paris, IDF
Petit Rond Stool by FRAMA Studio Designer / Maker : Troels Grum-Schwensen and FRAMA Studio Material : Brushed Stainless Steel and Natural Leather Dimensions : Height 47,5 cm / Width...
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Stools
Stainless Steel











