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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Solid Oak High Bar Stool – PI
Located in Karabağlar/Izmir, TR
The Solid Oak High Bar Stool with Chrome Details – PI combines elegance and durability in a thoughtfully crafted design. Ideal for kitchen islands, bar areas, and modern seating arra...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
Sava Cvek "Rhythm" Bar Stools for Stylex Furniture Company, Set of Three
Located in Miami, FL
Set of three bar stools with moulded "black twilight" plastic seats and black enameled steel frames designed by Sava Cvek for Stylex Furniture Company. The c...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Small Wicker Stool or Bench with Louis Vuitton Fabric
By Eero Aarnio
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Design and purpose best describe this one-of-a-kind stool. This small Eero Aarnio style bench features authentic classic Louis Vuitton fabric seat...
Category
1990s French Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wicker
Benna Black Stool
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
Sleek and Minimalist, this striking stool is composed of delicate yet sturdy geometric lines that curl up in a perfectly symmetric Silhouette. This piece is masterfully handcrafted o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Artisan Classic Contemporary Barstool Dark Brown Leather Black Rubber Steel
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 4 Classic Contemporary Counter Barstool, Aged Brass Metal & Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned m...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Customizable Artifort Mushroom P Stool by Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
The Mushroom P. for Artifort is one of Pierre Paulin’s most famous designs. First there was the Mushroom armchair, that is now exhibited in the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Then...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Textile
Contemporary Bar Stool w/ Backrest Nuit Noir Metal & Natural Tan Tobacco Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary collection belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned meta...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set 4 Artisan Contemporary Counter Bar Stool 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
Elica Folding Luggage Rack by Gio Bagnara
Located in New York, NY
GIOBAGNARA
Renowned for its elegant creations that convey luxury
without ostentation, GIOBAGNARA adheres to the
highest standards of craftsmanship. By pursuing
a philosophy that inco...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 6 Contemporary Counter 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
Set of 3 Contemporary Bar Stool Silver Aged Steel & Black 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
Ten10 Madeira Line Stool Solid Plank Oiled Teak Top Stainless Steel Base
By Ten10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stool is part of the Madeira Line from Ten10. The stool is made to order. The top is solid plank oiled teak 1 1/4" thick with brass dowels. The base is powder-coated stainless s...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Contemporary Chair / Table Stool W Backrest Aged Brass Metal & Navy Blue Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary table stool with backrest offers a light and aesthetically pleasing design, characterized by the slight oscillation of the 12mm steel rod and the flexibility of ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
21st Century Agaxa Stool in Metal and Leather Layers by CTRLZAK
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
"The creative power of man and the beauty of nature: a binomial in constant search of balance, finding its perfect expression in Agaxa. The multiple layers of leather covering the me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Pair Contemporary Kitchen Counter Bar Stool Black Steel, Dark Brown 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
Pair of Modern Upholstered Ottoman Stools on Casters
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Modern Upholstered Ottoman Stools on Casters. Unique marble like linen fabric with folded pleaded corners. Thick upholstered cushioning with r...
Category
1990s American Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Thin Metal Frame Bar Stool with Metallic Vinyl Seat
Located in Greenwich, CT
Inspired by Italian design, this stool can be made for bar or counter height. Stretched, elongated lines of the brushed stainless steel base are juxtaposed against a broad, squat sea...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Kitchen Counter Stool, Contemporary Design, Black Smoke Steel and Black Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned m...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Customizable Teak Counter Stool with Natural Cane Seat, Maru Collection
Located in Miami, FL
A Maru teak wood counter stool designed by Uultis Studio with natural cane. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Maru counter stool b...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Teak, Cane
Contemporary Kitchen Counter Bar Stool, Black Metal & Dark Brown Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Wanderlust contemporary counter stool belongs to a collection of minimalist and serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as the hand-turned m...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Sculptural Kitchen Counter Bar Stool w Backrest Brass Metal & Dark Brown 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
Custom Made to Order Solid Walnut Stool with Linen Inset Cushioned Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom made to order solid walnut stool (or side table) with inset linen cushioned top (COM) in the French 40's style.
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Classic Contemporary Bar Stool Aged Brass Metal Finish & Black 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
Pair Classic Contemporary Bar Stool Silver Aged Metal & Dark Brown 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
Polished Aluminium Stool with Reel Rush Seating from Anodised Wicker Collection
By Tino Seubert
Located in London, GB
Originally realised for the Hepworth Gallery in Wakefield and inspired by Donald Judd and Børge Mogensen, Anodised Wicker marries industrially extruded and anodised aluminium with ha...
Category
2010s British Modern Stools
Materials
Aluminum
Barstool in Custom Metallic Finishes and Leather Colors
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This Barstool provide a very sober and comfortable experience as the metal structure aligned with the upholstered back and seat will make sure that geometrical shapes are very adapta...
Category
2010s European Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Set of 6 Contemporary Barstool Natural Tobacco Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary barstool 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
Set of 5 Classic Counter Barstool Natural Tobacco Tan 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
Set of 4 Contemporary Counter Bar Stool Natural Tan 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
Aire Stool in Stained Black Ash and Black Leather by Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wood stool with leather upholstered seat. Shown in Stained Black Ash and Black leather.
Also available in White Oak and Nude leather. Customizations available.
Handmade to ord...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Set of 4 Contemporary Bar Stool w. Backrest Black Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary bar stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Pair Contemporary Counter Bar Stool, Dark Brown 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
Pair Contemporary Classic Bar Stool Cognac Leather Black Rubber Frame
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 6 Classic Contemporary Barstool 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
Pair Classic Contemporary 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
Set of 4 Artisanal Counter Stool w. Backrest Black 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 5 Classic Bar Stool 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
Set of 5 Contemporary Classic Bar Stool Dark Brown 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
Pair Classic Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Cognac Leather & Black Rubbered 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 Contemporary Counter Bar Stool Navy Blue 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
Pair Artisan 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
Set of 3 Contemporary Counter Bar Stool Natural Tan 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
Set of 5 Contemporary Counter Bar Stool Navy Blue 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
Pair Contemporary Kitchen Counter Bar Stool Brass Metal & Black 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
Contemporary Organic Kitchen Counter Bar Stool Old Silver Metal Black 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
Niemeyer II Armchair and Stool, COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022
Both the Niemeyer II armchair and stool...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Foam, Oak
Contemporary Kitchen Counter Bar Stool Black Metal & Natural Tobacco Leather
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Counter stool in black smoke polished steel and Natural Tobacco saddle leather.
The phrases "Less is more" and "God is in the detail" from the German-American architect and industri...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Chair / Table Height Stool w. Backrest Old Silver Steel & Navy Blue 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
Geometric Bar Stool with Teak Wood Base and Oatmeal Fabric Upholstery, Cubi Line
Located in Miami, FL
The Cubi bar stool by Uultis in teak wood finish base with oatmeal fabric. Introducing the Cubi bar stool by Uultis, an embodiment of geometric elegance and modern design, crafted to...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery
Ottoman with Hand-Knotted Multi-Colored Rope and Wool Yarn by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
Conceived as a beautified version of a Pacific Northwest crab trap, this ottoman/stool is not only an intricate piece of crafting handiwork, but also a comfo...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Copper, Brass
Set of Four Janus Et Cie Edward Lloyd Loom Woven Bartstools
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish set of four ebonized Lloyd loom bar height barstools produced by Vincent Sheppard for Janus et Cie California. The Edward stools feature a har...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Classic 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
Table Bar Stool w. Backrest Aged Brass Metal & Natural Tan 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
Table Bar Stool w. Backrest Old Silver Metal & Cognac Leather Organic Design
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
Chair / Table Height Stool W. Backrest Black Smoke Steel & Blue Navy 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 Artisan Counter Bar Stool Navy Blue 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
Kitchen Counter Barstool with Backrest Old Silver Metal and Navy Blue 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
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