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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Maarten Baas 'Clay' Piano Stool for BAAS
By Maarten Baas
Located in Tilburg, NL
Maarten Baas 'Clay' Piano Stool, Classic Clay Collection, New - Current Production, The Netherlands.
The spontaneous and naïve designs of Maarten Baas’ Clay series express artistic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Kurvor Counter Stool in Oiled Rift Sawn Red Oak by Samantha Brueggen for Wooda
By Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
Inspired by the contours of the land in the Driftless Region of SW Wisconsin, Kurvor’s draping front edge is the focal point of the design. Bound together by tension and compression,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 5 Counter Bar Stools w. Backrest - Tan Leather & Aged Brass Powder Coated
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Brass, Steel
Set of 4 Contemporary Artisan Bar Stool Cognac Leather & Black Rubbered Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Boudoir Stool by Mylene Niedzialkowski
Located in Geneve, CH
Boudoir Stool by Mylene Niedzialkowski
Dimensions: Ø 35 x H 45.
Materials: Brass and wicker.
Stool with brass, seat in fine wickerwork, enti...
Category
2010s French Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Table Height Contemporary Stool w Backrest Black Metal & Natural Tobacco Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary table stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility o...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Umber, H.20
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué.
Dimensions:
Seat height: 20 cm x H. 27 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm
Seat height: 7.9 i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak
Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Natural, H.20
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué.
Dimensions:
Seat height: 20 cm x H. 27 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm
Seat height: 7.9 i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak
Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Coffee, H.20
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué.
Dimensions:
Seat height: 20 cm x H. 27 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm
Seat height: 7.9 i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak
Set of 3 Contemporary Kitchen Counter Barstool Black Metal, Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary counter stool is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility of the double...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Sigve Knutson Black Wood Clay Stool, Oslo 2019
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sigve Knutson Black wood clay stool
Manufactured by Sigve Knutson
Oslo, Norway, 2019
Wood, PVA-glue, Wood dust, polystyrene
Produced for Side Gallery, Barcelona
Measurements:
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Polystyrene, Wood
Modern Gold or Silver Mexican Chinese Inspired Stool or Sidetable By Studio Job
Located in Origgio (VA), IT
Ming is part of a new collection of studio job that plays with icons of history and architecture, rooted in our memory, ranging between East and West. An evolution of Mexico that arr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Contemporary Barstool Offered with Nails on the Curve & Back
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This barstool is the epitome of serenity inducing design. With an embracing Silhouette and luxurious deep seat, its sensuous curves and comfortable back perfectly adapt to the body. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape C
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 2 Sass Stool from Souda. We offer three different shapes (A, B, & C). This listing is for 'C', which is the stool in the first image. 'A...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Ash
Invito Solid Wood Stool, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Grey Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A simple and refined design in which solid walnut finds its highest expression. The Invito solid wood stool combines timeless style with authentic and natural beauty. Contemporary an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut
Barstool In Solid Wood Structure, Upholstered Front Shell and Wooden Back
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This stylish stool features a solid ash wood frame, providing a durable foundation. The upholstered front shell offers a comfortable seating experience, while the wooden back adds a ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of 1980s Design Stools in Chromed Metal and Skai.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1980s design stools in chromed metal and skai.
Pair of 1980s design stools in chromed metal and skai.
H: 84cm, W: 40, D: 50cm
Category
20th Century French Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Kitchen Counter Bar Stool with Backrest Black Smoke Metal & Cognac Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary counter stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Amparo Braúna and Bronze Stool by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Amparo Braúna and Bronze Stool by Alva Design
Materials: solid wood (Braúna) 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
Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This listing is for 1 Sass Stool from Souda. We offer three different shapes (A, B, & C). This listing is for 'A', which is the stool in the first image. 'B...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Ash, Wood
Casa Ceramic Stool
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Casa Ceramic Stool
Designed by Project 213A in 2023
Hand-sculpted ceramic stool with a textured petal finish and padded leather cushion.
Crafted in Project 213A's in-house ceramic w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Ceramic
Lily Stool, Charcoal Bouclé Stool by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order bouclé stool designed by Christian Siriano.
Also available in: Ivory bouclé, taupe bouclé, light gray bouclé, dark gray bouclé, char...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Bouclé
Oak Stool with Drawer / Nightstand – HOL JR.
Located in Karabağlar/Izmir, TR
The HOL JR. Series Oak Stool with Drawer / Nightstand stands out with a design that masterfully combines aesthetics and functionality. Crafted from solid oak wood, its durability and...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak
Trombone Foot Stool by LK Edition
Located in Geneve, CH
Trombone Foot stool by LK Edition
Dimensions: Diameter 47 x Height 30 cm
Materials: Black patinated bronze.
It is with the sense of detail and requirement, this research of the ex...
Category
2010s French Modern Stools
Materials
Bronze
Mustard Queen Heart Stool by Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Queen heart side table by Royal Stranger
Dimensions: 46 x 49 x 43 cm
Different upholstery colors and finishes are available. Brass, copper or stainless steel in polished or brushed finish.
Materials: velvet heart shape upholstery on the top of a stainless steel coated in brass plated foot.
The Queen heart stool...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Gold Leaf
Artisan Classic Contemporary Counter Bar Stool Black Leather Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
21st Century, Modern, Maçka Bar Stool, PowderCoated Metal Structure & Upholstery
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Maçka, defined by its juxtaposed simple geometrical forms, is a seating collection consisting of dining & corner chairs, bar stool and love & lounge benches. The designs elegantly re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 2, Vienna Chair, Canaletto, Acid Green by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2, vienna chair, canaletto, nord wool acid green by Colé Italia with Emmanuel Gallina
Dimensions: H 78, W 48, D 50 cm
Materials: Stained beech wood chair with straw back and...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Game Side Table
Located in Mérida, MX
These side wooden stools capture the elegance and charm of antique card tables, where cards and camaraderie intertwined in endless afternoons. Each bench is meticulously designed wit...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Classic Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Cognac Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Pair Kitchen Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Brass Steel & Natural Tobacco Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary counter stool with backrest is designed and conceived with a light aesthetic, the slight oscillation of the steel rod of 12 mm is complemented by the flexibility...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
VARILLO Metal Rod Counter Height Stool Set
By Loran Bohall
Located in Indianapolis, IN
A variation of the steel rod stool series, the Varillo is a bar height stool with a scoop hardwood seat. Through its simplicity, it adds a touch of moder...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Classic Contemporary Barstool w Backrest Dark Brown Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Modern Club Stool Mde with Walnut and Bouclé Textile, Handmade by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
The Club collection is inspired by exclusive clubs devoted to socializing among privileged members. In order to create functional areas that serve the purpose of a club, this collect...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut, Bouclé
Jordi Badia, Otto Canalda, Red Binaria Stool by BD Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool designed by Jordi Badia and Otto Canalda.
Manufactured by BD Barcelona Design.
Steel structure and lever painted in a polyester powder coating and satin finish.
Available in ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Medium Stools in Smoke Grey by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The shape conjures up stools of the 1800s and the line of the legs is rounded and slightly upturned, an icon of the classic high stool. Charles Ghost is constructed from a single blo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Crystal
ST38 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
ST38 Stool designed and produced by Canadian artist Pascale Girardin features a partially glazed stoneware body.
This Functional and decorative object is served as both a stool and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rattan Counter Stool in Black Lacquered Frame and Velvet Seat Cushion
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Made to last, the solid wood structure of this counter stool combines the perfect mix of a contemporary design with vintage twist. The detailed woven-work technique on the back promi...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Ash
Contemporary set of 2 stools by Studio Tecnico Interna8, Wood Fabric
By Interna8
Located in Pordenone, IT
Stool in solid beech wood.
Seat with webbing and plywood frame padded with elastic expanded polyurethane.
This listing is for 2 stools.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Manhattan Cube Sculptural Side Table, Yellow, by Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
The Manhattan cuboid is a deceptively simple side table, created by artist-designer Margit Wittig that can double up as a sculptural seat.
It replicates a shape which Margit is fond of and has previously used in lighting on a smaller scale, a slightly imperfect cuboid.
‘The designing of the new side table felt like a natural progression in my range of
products. An aesthetically pleasing and functional table, using concepts...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Stools
Materials
Epoxy Resin
Contemporary Ceramic Side Tables by Manon Oller, 2022
By Guy Bareff
Located in London, GB
Ceramic side tables by Manon Oller.
Material: White stoneware.
Dimensions: H 48 x ø 59 cm.
Year: 2022.
Unique pieces handmade in France, bespoke size and material upon request.
These side tables take their inspiration from Mediterranean architectural research: houses carved into rocks or built up with clay. Those graphic and angular forms are naturally shaped out from elements and fit with human living. Sol sculptures are thought like caves or refuges that can be used as side tables integrating storages but also as seatings. The rough material recalls in a significant way the flawlessness of the limestone rock.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Stools
Materials
Stoneware
Set of 4 Silhouette Bar Stool, Mix & Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Silhouette is a surreal reminiscence of a woman’s sensual curves that arise designed in an eye catching bar stool.
The joint dimension of people and objects strongly influenced the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Counter Stool with Backrest Dark Brown Leather & Black Rubbered Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary armchair belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such a...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Modern Natura Brown Walnut Pedestal in Facets Glass Mosaic by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Natura Pedestal by Ercole Home has a natural wood finish on Walnut. Handcut glass mosaics in Umbria / Dark green glass mosaic decorate the top surface in Facets pattern.
Custom s...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Glass, Wood
21st Century, Modern, Maçka Bar Stool, Stainless Steel Structure & Upholstery
By DAY Studio
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Maçka, defined by its juxtaposed simple geometrical forms, is a seating collection consisting of dining & corner chairs, bar stool and love & lounge benches. The designs elegantly re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Outdoor Stool by Shore, England 21st Century
By SHORE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Outdoor Stool by Shore Furniture, London 21st Century. This modern and stylish bench is the perfect addition to any outdoor space. All of Shore's furniture is hand cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Stools
Materials
Natural Fiber, Silicone
Classic Contemporary Barstool w Backrest Natural Tan Leather, Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Artisan Counter Bar Stool w Backrest Cognac Leather, Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Modern Style Barstool With Cane Backrest & Brass Detailing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The barstool brings the timeless elegance of the 50's to a new contemporary design level. This barstool maintains the classic design elements while offering the elevated seating need...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Lily Stool, Taupe Bouclé Stool by Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order bouclé stool designed by Christian Siriano.
Also available in: Ivory Bouclé, Taupe Bouclé, Light Gray Bouclé, Dark Gray Bouclé, Char...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Bouclé
2000s Miura Bar Stool Konstantin Grcic Italy
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Miura Barstool Designed by Konstantin Grcic for Plank
Made in Italy
stackable
Indoor outdoor
Plastic
31.5 h x 15.25 d x 17.5 w, footrest 13.25 h
Unrestored preowned condition
Refer ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Set of 5 Contemporary Counter Barstool Cognac Saddle Black Rubbered Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Contemporary Barstool w. Backrest Cognac Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Counter Stool in Black Matte Wood with Natural Cane Seat, Maru Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Maru counter stool by Uultis is a refined balance of craftsmanship and cultural homage, featuring a matte black wood frame paired with a handwov...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Andhrímnir Oak Bar Or Counter Height Stool
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Andhrímnir Solid Oak Stool is a stunning piece of minimalist furniture that exudes an architectural charm. Handmade with precision and care, each stool is crafted from solid oak ...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Oak
Artisan Contemporary Counter Bar Stool Cognac Leather & Black Rubbere Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Hand Carved White Ash Stool with Copper Ring by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
A place where the forest meets the sea, the Findhorn Collection of tables and stools contain details from both. Through-tenons exposed on the tables top are glued and set with metal ...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel, Copper, Brass
Classic Contemporary Bar Stool Artisan Cognac Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details s...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
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