Modern Stools
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Garden Stool with Metal Accents and Stylish Customizable Finish
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Lonian Mirror - Outdoor stool
Greek architecture is known for its structures and that’s the main inspiration for Lonian. An outdoor stool that's unique due to its shapes and mater...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Limited Edition, Black Solid Concrete Side Table, Stool by Lucas Tyra Morten
By Lucas Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Sten side table, stool by Lucas Tyra Morten
2020
Limited Edition of 15.
Dimensions: D 80, W 80, H 45 cm.
Material: Waxed concrete.
A solid stone that grows elegantly from the ground and shapes an undefined sense to the context. Sten stool does not have a defined bottom and top which enables the observer to interact in many different ways.
Objects comes with a “Certificate of Authenticity”.
Objects are signed on hand casted tin...
Category
2010s Swedish Modern Stools
Materials
Concrete
Moooi Monster Naked High Barstool in Abbracci, Grey by Marcel Wanders Studio
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A soft, puffy and stylish barstool as symbol of the eternal battle between opposite forces that take place in life and can be easily recognized inside ourselves, if we have the coura...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery
Moooi Monster Diamond Low Bar Stool in Orginal Black by Marcel Wanders Studio
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A soft, puffy and stylish barstool as symbol of the eternal battle between opposite forces that take place in life and can be easily recognized inside ourselves, if we have the coura...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Brown Leather Modern Bhutan Bar Stool
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the architectural beauty of Bhutan’s Tiger’s Nest Temple, this bar stool combines sophisticated leather upholstery with elegant, high-back design. Offering both comfort a...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
Kartell A.I. Counter Stool in Grey by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kartell continues its ongoing commitment to sustainability with eco-friendly products which are part of the broader project expressed by the industrial manifesto Kartell loves the pl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Walnut Large Parkdale Bench with Cushion by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut large Parkdale bench with cushion by Hollis & Morris
Dimensions: 75" x 16" x H 17.5"
Materials: Solid wood. Cold rolled steel. Hard wax oil, Powder-coated metal. Fabric.
Al...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Handcrafted Bordeaux Red Solid Wood Spina B2.1 Wooden Bench by Cara Davide
Located in Geneve, CH
Handcrafted Bordeaux Red Solid Wood Spina B2.1 Wooden Bench by Cara Davide
Dimensions: D 62.5 x W 40 x H 45 cm
Materials: Solid Nut wood, Lacquered MDF.
Also available in colors: B...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Nutwood, Lacquer, Plywood
Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay 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 Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Alma Bar Stool, Natural Oak/Polished Nickel/Fog
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alma counter & bar stool. As any admirer would experience gazing at its muse, it is impossible not to feel enchanted and almost hypnotized by the refined, sensual lines and the delig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Alma Bar Stool, Natural Walnut/Satin Nickel/Papaye
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alma counter & bar stool. As any admirer would experience gazing at its muse, it is impossible not to feel enchanted and almost hypnotized by the refined, sensual lines and the delightfully charming soul of Alma Bar Stool...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay 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 Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Reversed Process Stool by Philipp Aduatz
Located in Geneve, CH
Reversed process stool by Philipp Aduatz
Unique
Dimensions: D 45 x W 45 x H 47 cm
Materials: Wood, metal, polystyrene-foam, "papier mâché", resin, lacquer.
Each piece looks different...
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Stools
Materials
Resin, Lacquer, Wood, Polystyrene
Leather Stool & Table, Olympia by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary leather stool & table - Olympia by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara.
The object presented in the image has following finish: G28 cipria printed calfskin golf leather ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 2 Brutus Stools by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Brutus stools by 101 Copenhagen.
Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Dimensions: L 60 / W 30 / H 54 cm.
Materials: fiber concret...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Materials
Concrete
Set of 5 Contemporary Bar Stool Aged Brass Metal & Natural Tobacco 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 Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Amparo Freijó and Bronze Stool by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Amparo Freijó and Bronze Stool by Alva Design
Materials: solid wood (Freijó) and cast bronze.
Dimensions: W 37 x D 48 x H 63 cm.
Available in different wood options (Braúna or F...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Bronze
Bride’s Veil Counter Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Bride’s Veil Counter Stool by Phase Design
Dimensions: D 52,1 x W 53,3 x H 63,5 cm.
Materials: Leather and powder-coated steel.
Fabric p...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Icon Bar Stool by Phase Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Icon Bar Stool by Phase Design
Dimensions: Ø 40.6 H 73,7 cm. SH: 73,7 cm.
Materials: Leather, powder-coated metal and brushed brass.
Fabric price not included.
Solid steel and bras...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of 4 Oak Bar Chair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 oak bar chair by Collector
Dimensions: W 45 x D 52 x H 102 cm
Materials: Linea 646 Leather covering, Oak Wood.
Other materials available. Depending on the material the price...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak
Recycling Reject Cylinder Stool by Tim Teven
Located in Geneve, CH
Recycling reject cylinder stool by Tim Teven
Dimensions: 34 x 44.5 cm
Materials: recycled composite
Available in different colors.
Recycling Reject d...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Composition
Moooi Monster Naked Low Barstool in Divina MD, 943 by Marcel Wanders Studio
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A soft, puffy and stylish barstool as symbol of the eternal battle between opposite forces that take place in life and can be easily recognized inside ourselves, if we have the coura...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery
Richard Watson Fawn Stool Bleached Ash, Step Height
Located in Brookline, MA
The Richard Watson fawn stools are inspired by the form of an antique milk stool. The stools come in 4 sizes - step, table, counter, and bar....
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Damson Pouf by Madheke
Located in Geneve, CH
Damson pouf by Madheke
Dimensions: D 61 x W 61 x H 40 cm
Materials: Leather, wood.
Classic soft leather weave with brass base detail.
Reflecting the finest in craftsmanship, ...
Category
2010s Indian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Jade Stools by Draga & Aurel
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 jade stools by Draga & Aurel
Dimensions: W 40, D 40, H 46, top Ø 40 cm
Materials: Resin and bronze
Formed from a combination of reflective resin and solid brass, the Jade c...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Bronze
Mexico, Skull Balsam Green Stool / Side Table by Studio Job
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Decorated with the graphic pattern of the Mexican skull, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Clarkester Bar Stool Walnut Black
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 Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Two Modern Leather and Chrome Stools
Located in New York, NY
Two modern leather and polished chrome stools. Both stools have casters with a gently worn, cognac leather upholstery.
Category
1990s Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
Set of Un Beso En El Mar Stools by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Un Beso En El Mar stools by Pietro Franceschini.
Sold exclusively by Galerie Philia.
Materials: Paonazzo marble.
Dimensions: W 32cm, L 41cm, H 50c...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Onyx
Contemporary Stool in Walnut, Four Legs Naturel by Arno Declercq
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary stool in walnut, four legs naturel by Arno Declercq
Dimensions: D32 x W32 x H50 cm
Materials: African Walnut
Made by hand, in Belgium.
Arno Declercq
Belgian d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut, Wood
Walnut Corktown Counter Stool by Hollis & Morris
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut corktown stool by Hollis & Morris
Dimensions:
Seat diameter 13"
Base 12.5" x 14.5" x h 25.5"
Materials: Solid wood. Cold rolled steel.
Also available in natural oak, blac...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Silver Contemporary Stool
Located in Geneve, CH
Silver contemporary stool
Dimensions: L 32.4 x W 32.4 x H 43 cm
Materials: Steel.
Also available in black and gold.
The shapes and m...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Black Stool by Kristina Dam Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Black stool by Kristina Dam Studio.
Materials: Solid oak with black lacquer.
Also available in other colors and sizes.
Dimensions: 36 x 36 x H...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
Sculptural Club Stool in Dark Bronze from Elan Atelier
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural Club Stool in Dark Bronze from Elan Atelier
Our club stool is cast in bronze using the lost wax method is an elegant sculptural form. Shown in our dark bronze finish. Cus...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Stools
Materials
Bronze
Woven Cognac Leather Bar Stool
Located in Venice, CA
The leather seat is woven by a master weaver with decades of experience.
We use 70% recycled steel for the frame. For an additional charge the frames can be plated in bronze, polish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Handcrafted Bordeaux Red Solid Wood Seating Spina B3.1 Bench by Cara Davide
Located in Geneve, CH
Handcrafted Bordeaux Red Solid Wood Seating Spina B3.1 Bench by Cara Davide
Dimensions: D 85 x W 40 x H 45 cm
Materials: Solid Nut wood, Lacquered MDF.
Also available in colors: Bo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Nutwood, Lacquer, Plywood
Tsuke Bench by Naibu
Located in Geneve, CH
Tsuke Bench by Naibu
Materials: Brushed oak wood.
Dimensions: D 50 x W 40 x H 100 cm.
Naibu
We are a multidisciplinary studio founded by Mara Calderón de la Barca and Brenda Ochoa, ...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Stools
Materials
Oak
Charlotte Perriand Three-Legged Stool Authentic & Rare Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This item expresses a specific rawness. There is no need for precise execution or the desire to appear sophisticated. It is simple, self-evident, and direct. It is made out of basic ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Stools
Materials
Pine
Hawk & Stone Claro Walnut Milking Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand turned claro walnut milking stool by contemporary Los Angeles designer, David O'Brien of Hawk & Stone. David's appreciation for nature and wood...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut
2010s Lievore Altherr Molina for Arper Catifa 46 Counter Stool in Green 2x Avail
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Catifa 46 bar stools. Designed by Lievore Altherr Molina in 2004, these particular examples were produced by Arper in the USA circa the 2010s. The frames of these stools ar...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Bar Stool Basurto 02 with Leather details
By Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstraction of the buildings from that period, allowing to have at home a city in scale.
Basurto 02...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Bitta Stool, Designed by Omri Revesz, Made in Italy
By Omri Revesz
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Stool made from a single block of scented cedar, inspired by traditional boat mooring ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Cedar
2010s Babar Upholstered Bar Stool by Simon Pengelly for Arper 10+ Available
By Arper, Simon Pengelly
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single Babar bar stool, designed by Simon Pengelly for Arper in 2006 (multiple stools are available, though the price listed is for each stool). This sculptural stool featu...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Stool Doppia in sea green fabric and coral vegan leather handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
Introducing the Doppia stool, a unique and sophisticated seating option that combines the comfort of a stool with the stylish functionality of a pouf. This versatile piece is designe...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Faux Leather
Amazone Composed by 4 Pouf by Atelier oï
By Atelier Oï 1
Located in Geneve, CH
Amazone composed by 4 Pouf by Atelier oï
Dimensions: W 199 x D 13.9 x H 47 cm
Materials: Wood and foam
Upholstery: fabrics or leathers
Atelier oï was established in 1991, in ...
Category
2010s French Modern Stools
Materials
Other
Set of 2 Pompa Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Poufs by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Pompa Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Poufs by Houtique
Materials: Wood, Velvet
Dimensions: H 45 x D 44 cm
Pouf with wood structure and velvet ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Fiberglass Stool with Copper Plating Details in White
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
The whole design of this contemporary Lonian outdoor stool was developed according to the following structure:
-Base: Fiberglass;
-Top: Fiberglass;
-Midd...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel
Outdoor Ionian Stool featuring Navy Blue Fiberglass
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
The whole design of this contemporary Lonian outdoor stool was developed according to the following structure:
-Base: Fiberglass;
-Top: Fiberglass;
-Middle: Outdoor marble;
-Details...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
'Caverna' contemporary wooden stool by Brazilian Studio Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Cavernas are the arched structures that, when combined, form the skeleton of a vessel.
These delicately sculpted pieces are the pure embodiment of design, blending the strength and...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Marble Cross Side Table / Stool by 101 Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Marble cross side table / stool by 101 Copenhagen
Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl
Dimensions: L 35 / W 35 /H 45 cm.
Materials: marble...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Materials
Marble
Set of 4 High Colorful Tembo Stool, Note Design Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 High Colorful tembo stool - Note Design Studio
Dimensions: D 36 x H 76 cm
Materials: Lacquered steel structure, solid wood (beech) and lacquered MDF, natural cork base.
A...
Category
2010s French Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Amparo Braúna and Bronze Tall Stool by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Amparo Braúna and Bronze Tall Stool by Alva Design
Materials: solid wood (Braúna) and cast bronze.
Dimensions: W 37 x D 48 x H 73 cm.
Available in different wood options (Braúna...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Bronze
White Carrara Marble Side Table - Collectible Italian Design, marble sculpture
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
White Carrara Marble Stool - Collectible Italian Design - Marble Side Table
Past, present and future come together in this sculptural piece by Spinzi. Why you may ask? Because Medus...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Marble
SOTTO Counter Height Stool in Black finish, Black Faux leather and Black cane
Located in Miami, FL
The Sotto counter height stool stands out with its taller height, perfect for kitchen islands or high tables, combining robust features with delicate design elements. Crafted with black finish wood legs and frame, it features a comfortable beige fabric cushion with medium-density foam and a uniquely curved cane backrest for enhanced comfort and posture support. Our Uultis team meticulously designed this stool to seamlessly blend traditional charm with modern functionality, all while prioritizing sustainable practices and materials. Ideal for adding both elegance and practicality to your kitchen or dining space, this stool arrives fully assembled in a single box, ensuring convenience and ease of setup. Choose the Sotto stool...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Faux Leather, Hardwood
Medium Colorful Tembo Stool, Note Design Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Colorful tembo stool - Note Design Studio
Dimensions: D 36 x H 64 cm
Materials: Lacquered steel structure, solid wood (beech) and lacquered MDF, natural cork base.
Availabl...
Category
2010s French Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Hygge Stool by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Hygge stool by Collector
Materials: structure in solid oak wood.
Upholstered in Pierre Frey fabric.
Legs: Travertino
Dimensions: 45 x H 44 cm
...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Travertine
Set of Wing Stool by Studio Laf
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of wing stool by Studio Laf
It emerged with the use of three different natural materials in harmony. Wood, metal and leather offer warmth and elegance...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Bride's Veil Counter Stool with Back by Phase Design, Smoked Brass
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the Smoked Brass finish and Remix 3 by Kvadrat fabric.
COM is also available, with a List price of $ 2,830.00.
Prices exclude packing. Please contact us for a packing quote.
The Bride's Veil Stool...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Brass, Steel
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