Minimalist Stools
MINIMALIST STYLE
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.
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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Minimalist
Roberts Counter Stool with Inlay Maple Orange
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Ash
Contemporary Cream Lacquer Mallet Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mallet drumstool
Cream Lacquer
Copper Base
Hand Repoussé
Limited Edition
Contemporary
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, circa 1600-1100 B.C. These ...
Category
2010s Minimalist Stools
Materials
Copper
A_Stool Powder Coated Aluminum Counter Height in Signal Blue by Jonathan Nesci
Located in Columbus, IN
Contemporary A_Stool in counter height stool in powder-coated aluminium. A minimal, backless design in durable powder-coated aluminum. Also available in brushed, sanded, or polished ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
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...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Maya Lin for Knoll White Stone Stool
By Maya Lin
Located in Pasadena, TX
About:
Maya Lin's collection of stones, introduced in 1998 in celebration of Knoll's 60th anniversary, reflects the famed architect's signature subtlety. "At the heart of this furni...
Category
Late 20th Century American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Concrete
Vintage Wood Danish Style Mid Century Stools- Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
Chic minimalistic Scandinavian style danish wooden counter height stools. These would also make fantastic pedestals for art in the right space. They sleek lines and sturdy constructi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Cast Resin 'King Me' Side Table, Aged Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A sense of muted regality, and a grounding force. Ornamentation is integrated into its structure, guiding the eye through its stone-laden points and imbuing it with a sense of stabil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'King Me' Low Table, Snapdragon Pink Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A sense of muted regality, and a grounding force. Ornamentation is integrated into its structure, guiding the eye through its stone-laden points and imbuing it with a sense of stabil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Ash
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'...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Walnut
Cast Resin 'King Me' Side Table, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A sense of muted regality, and a grounding force. Ornamentation is integrated into its structure, guiding the eye through its stone-laden points and imbuing it with a sense of stabil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Maeduep. From the series Tying Wishes Cushion Seat
By WKND Lab
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Maeduep: 4x5. Cushion/ Seat by WKND Lab
From the series Tying Wishes
Cotton, pearl cotton
size: 41.7 x 31.4 x 7.4 in. (18.5)
Color: white, sky blue and navy lining
Cushion/ Seat
...
Category
2010s North Korean Minimalist Stools
Materials
Textile, Cotton, Thread
Maeduep: Heart. Stool
By WKND Lab
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Maeduep: heart by WKND Lab
From the series Tying Wishes
Cotton, pearl cotton
size: 19.6 x 19.6 x 16.5 in.
Stool
is a multi-functional cushion/stool that highlights the K...
Category
2010s North Korean Minimalist Stools
Materials
Textile, Thread, Cotton
Italian Minimalist Sculptural Wood Log Stool by Gavina 1980s
By Gavina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your space with the timeless charm of the Italian Minimalist Sculptural Wood Log Stool by Gavina, a masterpiece from the 1980s. Crafted entirely...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
21st Century Minimalist Rift Sawn White Oak Swivel Counter Stool
Located in Oakhurst, NJ
Elevate your kitchen with the 21st Century Minimalist Rift Sawn White Oak Swivel Counter Stool, meticulously crafted for both style and functionality. Designed to grace kitchen islan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
BALTIC BIRCH PLYWOOD STOOL with upholstered cushion
Located in East Hampton, NY
The Stool is made from premium Baltic Birch Plywood. Its legs are formed by two folded prisms that lock together in the center. The stool is both functional and sculptural, changing ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather and Bronze Bench, Minimal Modern France
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather and Bronze bench, Minimal Modern France. Cream leather top. Solid metal base. Sleek and minimal with substa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Minimalist Stools
Materials
Bronze
Cast Resin 'Paper - Windows and Curly Q's 02' Stool, by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Intimate like a written letter. You can sense the artist’s hand – feel their history from each mark, fold and crease on the surface. The pieces in this Paper collection are sketches ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'Paper - Windows and Curly Q's 05' Stool, by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Intimate like a written letter. You can sense the artist’s hand – feel their history from each mark, fold and crease on the surface. The pieces in this Paper collection are sketches ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'Paper - Windows and Curly Q's 01' Stool, by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Intimate like a written letter. You can sense the artist’s hand – feel their history from each mark, fold and crease on the surface. The pieces in this Paper collection are sketches ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'Paper - Windows and Curly Q's 06' Stool, by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Intimate like a written letter. You can sense the artist’s hand – feel their history from each mark, fold and crease on the surface. The pieces in this Paper collection are sketches ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'Paper - Windows and Curly Q's 04' Stool, by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Intimate like a written letter. You can sense the artist’s hand – feel their history from each mark, fold and crease on the surface. The pieces in this Paper collection are sketches ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'Paper - Windows and Curly Q's 03' Stool, by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Intimate like a written letter. You can sense the artist’s hand – feel their history from each mark, fold and crease on the surface. The pieces in this Paper collection are sketches ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Contemporary Dark Blue Arc Stool in Solid Hardwood Maple by JUNTOS
By JUNTOS
Located in New York, NY
Designed to bring people together, the Arc stool is the signature piece of the collection and honors the humble low seat as the cornerstone of every living space. The angled legs and...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Maple
Contemporary Deep Purple Burgundy Arc Stool in Solid Hardwood Maple by JUNTOS
By JUNTOS
Located in New York, NY
Designed to bring people together, the Arc stool is the signature piece of the collection and honors the humble low seat as the cornerstone of every living space. The angled legs and...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Maple
Contemporary Light Green Arc Stool in Solid Hardwood Maple by JUNTOS
By JUNTOS
Located in New York, NY
Designed to bring people together, the Arc stool is the signature piece of the collection and honors the humble low seat as the cornerstone of every living space. The angled legs and...
Category
2010s American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Maple
Stool in Teak, Cane and Upholstery by Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, c. 1959
Located in New York City, NY
Petite stool with a satisfying visual weight. The tone of the wood is quite warm, with beautiful patina. The seat cushion can be removed to reveal a simply caned seat.
Category
20th Century Indian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Cane, Teak, Upholstery
Walnut Orange MiMi Stool by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi series, this Minimalist, versatile stool or end table accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry and painted surfaces add depth and sophistication while th...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Birch, Oak, Plywood
Walnut Staple Stool / Side Table
Located in Portland, OR
Oregon Black Walnut stool / side table is made to last. Handmade in Portland, Oregon with mortise and tenon joinery in Material's workshop. Availab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Walnut
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool or side table designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine stool designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Carob Counter Stool by Sun at Six, Sienna Minimalist Stool in Oak Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at six is a contemporary furniture design studio working with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. This minimal counter stool combines clean lines with quality material: solid white oak and vegetable tanned leather from a multi-generation family-run Italian tannery in Tuscany. Made using traditional joinery techniques with exposed tenons visible throughout.
For the Carob stool...
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak
Swedish Designer, Stools, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of solid pine stools, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Olof Ottelin Attribution, Stool, Pine, Finland, 1970s
By Olof Ottelin
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, design and production attributed to Olof Ottelin, Finland, 1970s.
Category
1970s Finnish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stools, Pine, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of 3 solid pine stools, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stools, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of solid pine stools, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid pine stool, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Stools
Materials
Pine
Set of 3 Custom Fumed Oak Round Top Foundation Side Tables
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak
Temi Stool in Teja by Sun at Six, Minimalist Velvet Stool
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at six is a contemporary furniture design studio working with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery.
Great furniture begins with...
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Velvet
Chinese White Marble Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of white marble with a Minimalist tapered design. The stool is subtly etched with thin grooves around the top, suggestive of the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Marble
Contemporary Hand Repoussé Pillow Drumstool in White Bronze by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pillow Drumstool
White Bronze
Hand Repoussé
Contemporary
Limited Edition
Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The technique or...
Category
2010s Minimalist Stools
Materials
Bronze
Chinese White Marble Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of white marble with a minimalist tapered design. The stool is subtly etched with thin grooves around the top, suggestive of the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Marble
Modern Minimalist Sculptural Wood Log Stool
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Modern minimalist sculptural wood log stool.
Simplicity of rustic design with the naturally beautiful pattern and warm neutral hues of this tim...
Category
Late 20th Century Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Madison Bar Stool Maple Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A well-designed piece of furniture blurs the line between functionality and art. The Madison stool is a geometrical masterpiece testing the boundary of what we think is possible with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Side Table, Sonoran Yellow Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical, sculptural balance of elegance and function.
Dimensions: Diameter 18 in. (46 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg)
Finish color options:
sedona red
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'Kona' Stool and Side Table, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A minimalist’s take on erupting volcanoes, the Kona Side Table brings sophistication and conversation to any environment.
Dimensions: Diameter 14 in. (36 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm)....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Side Table, Sonoran Yellow Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical, sculptural balance of elegance and function.
Dimensions: Diameter 15 in. (38 cm), height 18 in. (46 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg)
Finish color options:
sedona red
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Carob Bar Stool by Sun at Six, Sienna Minimalist Stool in Oak Wood and Leather
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. This minimal bar stool combines clean lines with quality material: solid white oak and vegetable tanned leather from a multi-generation family-run Italian tannery in Tuscany. Made using traditional joinery techniques with exposed tenons visible throughout.
For the Carob stool...
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Oak, Leather
Carob Counter Stool by Sun at Six, Nude Minimalist Stool in Oak Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at six is a contemporary furniture design studio working with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. This minimal counter stool combines clean lines with quality material: solid white oak and vegetable tanned leather from a multi-generation family-run Italian tannery in Tuscany. Made using traditional joinery techniques with exposed tenons visible throughout.
For the Carob stool...
Category
2010s Chinese Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Side Table, Sonoran Yellow Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A symmetrical, sculptural balance of elegance and function.
Dimensions: Diameter 15 in. (38 cm), height 16 in. (41 cm). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg)
Finish color options:
Sedona Red
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Minimalist stools for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Minimalist stools for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage stools created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist stools made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original stools, popular names associated with this style include Zachary A. Bitner, Rebeca Cors, SP01, and Tim Rundle. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for stools differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $325 and tops out at $62,000 while the average work can sell for $1,200.
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