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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Style: Minimalist
Number in Set: Set of 10
NERU TOTEM STOOL 1, by Rebeca Cors
By Rebeca Cors
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
I. ABOUT REBECA CORS
Rebeca Cors (México, 1988).
Her work oscillates between sculpture and utility object, studying the limits and meeting points between these two concepts.
The in...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
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
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
NERU TOTEM STOOL, by Rebeca Cors
By Rebeca Cors
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
I. ABOUT REBECA CORS
Rebeca Cors (México, 1988).
Her work oscillates between sculpture and utility object, studying the limits and meeting points between these two concepts. The int...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Marble
Rotor, Solid Oak Stool with Padded Tan Leather Seat by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
Inspired by the Reuleaux rotating triangle, the form of the Rotor stool is based on the intersection of three circles. The CNC-cut organic shape celebrates ‘the curve of constant width'. Available as a comfortable stool...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
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
Rotor, Solid Black Oak Stool with Black Padded Leather Seat by Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
Inspired by the Reuleaux rotating triangle, the form of the Rotor stool is based on the intersection of three circles. The CNC-cut organic shape celebrates ‘the curve of constant width'. Available as a comfortable stool...
Category
2010s British Minimalist Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut
NERU TOTEM STOOL, by Rebeca Cors
By Rebeca Cors
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
I. ABOUT REBECA CORS
Rebeca Cors (México, 1988).
Her work oscillates between sculpture and utility object, studying the limits and meeting points between these two concepts. The int...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Marble
Minimalist Bar Stool, Brazilian Contemporary Style, Black, by Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Our Velvet collection has now the barstool version with the same comfort and perfect ergonomics in different colors and tapestries. Choose by cotton, linen, leather, velvet, and the ...
Category
2010s South American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
NERU TOTEM STOOL, by Rebeca Cors
By Rebeca Cors
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
I. ABOUT REBECA CORS
Rebeca Cors (México, 1988).
Her work oscillates between sculpture and utility object, studying the limits and meeting points between these two concepts. The int...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Marble
NERU TOTEM STOOL 2, by Rebeca Cors
By Rebeca Cors
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
I. ABOUT REBECA CORS
Rebeca Cors (México, 1988).
Her work oscillates between sculpture and utility object, studying the limits and meeting points between these two concepts.
The in...
Category
2010s Mexican Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Walnut Orange Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi Series, this Minimalist, versatile designer side table or stool accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry and painted surfaces add depth and sophisticatio...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Walnut, Plywood, Birch
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
"Célia" Minimalist Bar Stool, Brazilian Contemporary Style, by Danilo Vale
Located in Brasilia, Distrito Federal
The Celia bar stool is a contemporary workpiece conceived through straight and strong lines. Its structure is built by bent cold-drawn steel and the upholstery type may be leatheror ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Cast Resin 'Bilbouquet' Side Table, Lupine Blue 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
Collection Dominó, Brazilian Contemporary Stool in Wood
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
DOMINÓ COLLECTION
The Dominó Collection expands its meanings and transforms the structure of a mosaic into a witty piece with a unique personality. As a bench or side table.
The r...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Classic Bar Stool Black Smoke Steel & Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary barstool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned metal ...
Category
2010s Spanish Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Cast Resin 'Kona' Stool and Side Table, Coal 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). Weight 20 lbs. (9 kg). No assembly required.
Finish color options:
white stone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Resin, Fiberglass
Clarkester Counter Stool Maple White
Located in Cincinnati, US
A perfect mix of Scandinavian inspiration and industrial flare that cohesively come together to make a statement piece which embodies simplicity, functionality and elegance.
The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Walnut Black MiMi Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi Series, this Minimalist, versatile side table or stool accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry and painted surfaces add depth and sophistication, while ...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Walnut, Plywood, Birch
Tropos Collection, Brazilian Contemporary Stool in Steel
Located in Santa Edwiges, MG
TROPOS COLLECTION
"All things are metaphors."
Johann Goethe
Tropos, in itself, is the change. It is where the object takes a new shape with a simple word replacement. Metaphors, hy...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut Mustard
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
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
Roberts Counter Stool Walnut Rose Copper
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
Roberts Counter Stool Maple Rose Copper
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
Roberts Bar Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut Brassy Gold
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
Madison Hairpin Counter Stool Maple Yellow
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
Madison Bar Stool Walnut Black
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
'Lin' Minimalist Stool in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Lin is derived from a clean and minimalist take on a traditional three-legged stool, giving it a thoroughly modern appeal and Scandinavian feel through its brass details and slender appearance. The brass line on the seat marks the join in the wood and as such is different on each making them all unique. Light yet robust it’s a perfect combination of structure and aesthetic.
Made from a range of Brazilian solid hard woods with a natural finish of oil and wax.
Knót Artesanal...
Category
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Roberts Bar Stool Walnut Black
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
Madison Hairpin Counter Stool Walnut White
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
Clarkester Bar Stool Maple White
Located in Cincinnati, US
A perfect mix of Scandinavian inspiration and industrial flare that cohesively come together to make a statement piece which embodies simplicity, functionality and elegance.
The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Cast Resin 'Mason Cut' Stool, White Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Brutalist sensibility with a soothing, gentle welcome. This supportive block was carved into a gentle arc, stone traversing its crown. Hard-lined geometry buckles and becomes organic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Fiberglass, Resin
Madison Hairpin Counter Stool Maple Black
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 'Square' Side Table, Coal Stone Finish 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....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Fiberglass, Resin
Roberts Bar Stool Walnut Prairie Green
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
Madison Bar Stool Maple Mustard
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
Ebonized Wood All Black MiMi Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy, Carved Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi series, this Minimalist, versatile side table or stool accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry adds depth and sophistication while the square 17" wide f...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Beech, Oak, Plywood
Roberts Bar Stool Maple Black
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
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Maple Gray
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
Roberts Bar Stool Maple Yellow
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
Madison Hairpin Counter Stool Maple Prairie Green
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 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Aluminum
Ebonized Wood All Black MiMi Stool by Miduny, Made in Italy, Carved Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi Series, this Minimalist, versatile stool or end table accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry adds depth and sophistication while the carved top accommo...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Stools
Materials
Birch, Oak, Plywood
Roberts Counter Stool Maple Prairie Green
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
Roberts Counter Stool Walnut Pink
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
Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut Green
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
Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut 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
Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Maple Green
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
Roberts Bar Stool Walnut Yellow
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
Roberts Bar Stool Maple Navy
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
Roberts Bar Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut Gray
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
Roberts Bar Stool with Wood Inlay Maple 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Materials
Steel
Roberts Bar Stool with Wood Inlay Maple Brassy Gold
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
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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