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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Alma Bar Stool, Natural Oak/Satin Brass/Peach
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
Set of Chess Piece Stool and Side Table by Panorammma
Located in Geneve, CH
A set of chess piece stool and side table by Panorammma
Materials: wood, resin.
Dimensions: 45 x 30 cm
Panorammma is a furniture design atelier...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Stools
Materials
Resin, Wood
Glossy Stack Vert Stool / Side Table in Pink, Baltic Birch Plywood, by Timbur
By Timbur
Located in New York, NY
Stack Vert by Ezra Ardolino, Timbur
Baltic Birch Plywood, Resin
W 15" x H 18" x L 15"
W 38.1 x H 45.7 x L 38.1 cm
The Stack Vert. The most pure expression of Timbur’s technique f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Birch, Plywood
Kartell A.I. Stool Light by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stool made from recycled material for maximum sustainability. A.I. stool light is sustainable in materials and production process and is the result of thorough optimisation: three ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Gervasoni Heiko 44 Side Table by David Lopez Quincoces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the Japanese equilibrium, stability, Heiko calls to mind the shape of the tables, defined by curved lines, with a rounded base which seems to float on the surfaces. Simple geome...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Clay
Bride's Veil Bar Stool with Back by Phase Design, Powder Coat 'Black or White'
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Listed price is for the powder coat (Flat Black or Flat White) finish and Remix 3 by Kvadrat fabric.
COM is also available, with a List price of $2,110.00.
Prices exclude packing.
The Bride's Veil...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Shaker Counter Stool, by AMBROZIA, Cinnamon Leather, Blackened Steel & Walnut
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The shaker modern counter stool chair is handmade to order. Featuring our optional Luxurious Blackened steel frame and a Genuine leather seat and back. Also offered in COM or COL. In...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Shaker Counter Stool by AMBROZIA, Sedona Leather, Dull Champagne, Oxidized Maple
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The shaker modern counter stool chair is handmade to order. Featuring our optional Luxurious Dull Champagne metal frame and a Genuine leather seat and back. Also offered in COM or CO...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Pair of Stools in Brass and Velvet Italy
By Azucena
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
These particular poufs are handmade in Italy and upholstered with a paisley printed blue velvet and have a finishing rim in brass. There is a superb quality and stability due to the ...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Na Pali Stool, Velvet & Walnut, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Na Pali means “the cliffs” and is a breathtaking landscape located on Kauai, a volcanic island resulting from the rain and the blasts of winter waves against t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Spindle Counter Stool in Solid Walnut and Steel Designed by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Since its release, the Spindle Chair’s distinctive silhouette has appeared in a vast array of celebrated commercial and residential interiors. The phenomenally successful piece was inspired by a visit to Louis Kahn’s Exeter Library. Designer Craig Bassam’s imagination was ignited when he noticed the traditional utilitarian chair juxtaposed against the powerful geometry of Kahn’s building. Seduced by its elemental simplicity, Bassam realized an updated spindle back chair would fit perfectly within the BassamFellows ‘Craftsman Modern’ aesthetic.
The BassamFellows Spindle Chair offers a new take on the classic piece, a descendent of the classic English Windsor Chair. One first notices its weightless quality, which Bassam achieved by using metal for the chair’s legs and spindles, giving the illusion of two floating surfaces. This contemporary reboot makes the spindles less prominent, evoking a less rustic, 21st century setting for the chair.
A counterpoint to the metal spindles is the chair’s timber elements, including an ultra-comfortable ergonomic seat carved from solid wood. Given its updated minimal silhouette, ultra-light materiality and concern for comfort, it’s the kind of chair you can envision in many contexts.
The Spindle Collection includes counter and barstool...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Antique Copper Cushion Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Hand Repousse, Contemporary
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cushion Drumstool
Antique Copper
Hand Repoussé
Limited Edition
Contemporary
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammeri...
Category
2010s Modern Stools
Materials
Copper
Contemporary Black Lacquer Cushion Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cushion Drumstool
Black Lacquer
Hand Repoussé
Metal Base
Limited Edition
Contemporary
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Lacquer is a technique that dates ba...
Category
2010s Modern Stools
Materials
Lacquer
Chiado Counter Stool, Monel Leather with Barcelona Lotus and White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Chiado Bar and Counter Stools are comfortable stools with inviting curves and a comfortable soft seating. The Stools have a fully upholstered backrest and elegant metal legs. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Faux Leather, Wood
Contemporary Antique Copper Li Design Tripod Drumstool by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Li Design Tripod drumstool
Antique Copper
Hand Repoussé
Contemporary
Limited Edition
Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The ...
Category
2010s Modern Stools
Materials
Copper
Spalted Maple Stool by Fritz Baumann
Located in Geneve, CH
Spalted Maple stool, by Fritz Baumann
Dimensions: Top 29 x 26 x h 52 cm
Materials: Maple
*This piece is suitable for outdoor use. Please note that the ...
Category
2010s German Modern Stools
Materials
Maple
Set of 2 Planet Bar Chair, Jean-Baptiste Souletie
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 planet bar chair - Jean-Baptiste Souletie
Dimensions: 46.7 W x 50.2 D x 102 H cm
Materials: black stained wood chair back - Lelièvre Sherpas Craie
Different finishes and ...
Category
2010s French Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Ash
ST723 - Stool
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Ponsacco, IT
A bar stool fully upholstered in fabric, featuring a sleek and modern design. The stool offers a comfortable and stylish seating option, with a soft, fabric-covered seat and backrest...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Design for Leisure Stools
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Design for Leisure stools with their easily recognizable fluted chromed nickel base. This pair has a curved back rest; swivel feature and foot rest.
DIMENSIONS: 18ʺW x 22...
Category
1970s British Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Figueroa Bar Stool, Brass & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Located in the sunny California, the charming Figueroa Mountain is a magical landscape that led to the creation of the Figueroa bar stool.
Evoking the Californian mountain, the luxu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Vintage Bar Stools, Golfer Figure on Back of Stool, Powder Coated Bright Blue
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Modern set of metal bar stools, set of three. These exciting barstools with figure of golfer on the back rest has been newly powder coated in Maui Blue (bright metallic blue). The set of barstools are sturdy and exciting in a modern decor. The seat is in basketweave metal. A seat cushion could easily be put in place for additional comfort. Perfect for any entertaining setting, especially in a golf decor...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Iron
British Modern Saddle Bench
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a saddle seat form pine top on a hand-forged and hammered iron curule form base.
Dimensions: 26" W x 18" D x 20" H
Seat - 18" H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
21st Century Elena Salmistraro Stool Low Table Verde Alpi Marble Polyurethane
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Anodo design by Elena Salmistraro, product by Scapin Collezioni
Limited Edition
Glossy or matte, Anodo’s large tripartite base in lacquered polyurethane is now available in eight...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Marble
Cook One Stool Patrizia Bozuffi Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva192
By Riva 1920
Located in Cantù, IT
Stool made from single blocks of scented cedar, reproduction of oversized cook’s caps.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH 144 Hocker in Walnut with Woven Cane Seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This bar stool was originally designed n 1908 by August Thonet. It is a classic for public seating, with solid, functional and elegant characteristics. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Kartell One More Please Counter Stools in Matt Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
If you want to sip a drink at the bar in peace and quiet, you need a comfortable tall stool with a back to lean against. Sometimes one drink is not enough - and you need "One more" a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Ghidini 1961 Leporello Junior Light Durmast Stool in Brass by Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Stool in brass and light durmast
The height-adjustable stool, subject of which you can appreciate the adaptability with a gesture, in different contexts and users, becomes a preciou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Leporello Junior Dark Durmast Stool in Brass by Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Stool in brass and dark durmast.
The height-adjustable stool, subject of which you can appreciate the adaptability with a gesture, in different contexts and users, becomes a preciou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Vintage Set of Three Jamaica Bar Stools, 1970’s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular set of three "Jamaica" bar stools designed by Pepe Cortés for Amat. They are made in Spain. All of them are marked "Jamaica Stool Design by Pepe Cartes for Amat Made in ...
Category
1970s Spanish Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Aluminum
Custom Stainless Steel Vanity Stool or Bench
Located in Sheffield, MA
The custom stainless steel stool can be made in the size you need. Can be a bench or stool. This stool has a cushion covered in Perennial fabric. We can cover it in your favorite fab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Shaker Counter Stool Chair by Ambrozia, Walnut, Sandle Vinyl & Brindle Cowhide
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The shaker modern counter stool chair is handmade to order from our unique Ambrozia black textured steel tubing frame and a premium vinyl upholst...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Tree Branches Long Bench, Fur Hammered Brass, InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Tree Branches long bench is entirely handcrafted in brass with a hammered technique similar to the irregular details of real branches.
The top in Mongolian Lamb fur completes th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Patinated Oak Stool in the style of Les Artisans de Marolles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Reconstruction period patinated oak stool in the style of Les Artisans de Marolles.
Great example of French "Reconstruction" modernist design. Pe...
Category
1940s French Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Cluster Stool in Carved, Solid Wood by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Some of the most innovative, powerful design takes its strength from its sculptural elements. In certain cases, it is a sense of fragility that offers impact. At other times it is the imposing, muscular heft of the object that strikes a chord, a strong sense of presence. There have been many influential pieces of design from the last 100 years that have come from a utilitarian place. The Bassam Fellows...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Black Lacquer Faceted Drumstool by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Faceted drumstool
Black lacquer
Hand repoussé
Limited edition
Each piece is individually crafted and is unique.
Lacquer is a technique that dates back to the Shang dynasty, cir...
Category
2010s Modern Stools
Materials
Lacquer
Sculptural Contemporary Bar Stool, Black Smoke Metal & Black Leather Sample
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
Showroom sample
The Hug contemporary barstool 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
Sculptural Organic Contemporary Bar Stool Old Silver & Black Leather Sample
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The Hug contemporary barstool 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 3.5 ...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Baloo Boucle Gropius Bar Chair CS2 by NOOM
Located in Geneve, CH
Baloo Boucle Gropius Bar Chair CS2 by NOOM
Dimensions: W 57 x D 57 x H 101 cm
Materials: Ashwood, plywood, foam, moulded foam, textile.
Weight: 17.2 kg
Also available in other mate...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Industrial Round Rolling Steel Stool or Seat with Cushion Manner of Brueton
By Brueton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Industrial Round Rolling Steel Stool or Seat with Cushion Manner of Brueton
Minimalist construction on heavy duty casters, satin stainless steel topped with a welted, black vinyl cus...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Daisy Contemporary Pouf in Metal and Fabric
Located in London, GB
The 'Giardino Botanico' collection features five pouffes, each with a backrest inspired by a distinctive botanic shape. The backrest has some flexibility for added comfort and is gen...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Circular Stool in Satin Brass and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The elegance and simplicity of the Circular Table Collection extends to a casual seat.
A sturdy but agile floating presence is created by the stool’s base, made from circular sect...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
New York Soleil Armchair with Black Rope Frame & White Legs by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The New York outdoor collection expands with a line of exclusive woven seating made entirely by hand. New York Sofa Soleil is the product of careful r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Rope
Alma Bar Stool, Natural Walnut/Polished Nickel/Nuage
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
Spinzi Circus Contemporary Stool, Bright Orange, Collectible Design, MDW 2024
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
Architectural Side Table - Sculptural End Table - Contemporary Collectible Table
Unveiled on occasion of the 2024 Milano Design Week, this side / end table is part of Spinzi's lates...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Steel
Handcrafted Lyndoe Low Stool in Solid Ash and Buffalo Hide Mary Ratcliffe Studio
Located in Toronto, ON
Constructed from twenty-nine hand-shaped components, hand cut & bevelled slung leather, blackened eyelets, and nylon cord. Custom lengths available.
We work with North American soli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Oak, Ash, Cord
Glossy Stack Vert Stool / Side Table in Teal, Baltic Birch Plywood, by Timbur
By Timbur
Located in New York, NY
Stack Vert by Ezra Ardolino, Timbur
Baltic Birch Plywood, Resin
W 15" x H 18" x L 15"
W 38.1 x H 45.7 x L 38.1 cm
The Stack Vert. The most pure expression of Timbur’s technique f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Birch, Plywood
New Round Column Stool or Side, Coffee Table in Oxide Finished
Located in Miami, FL
New round column stool or side, coffee table in oxide finished.
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Enrico Franzolini Bar Stool Agra for Accademia Italy
Located in Debrecen, HU
Introducing the Enrico Franzolini Bar Stool "Agra", made in Italy. This modern stool has a steel frame and measures 104 cm in height, 52 cm in length, and 45 cm in width. The beige c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Kartell Charles Ghost Small Stools in Powder Blue 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
Chiado Counter Stool, Monel Leather with Paris Brick and Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Chiado Bar and Counter Stools are comfortable stools with inviting curves and a comfortable soft seating. The Stools have a fully upholstered backrest and elegant metal legs. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Faux Leather, Wood
Jade Stool by Draga & Aurel
Located in Geneve, CH
Jade stool by Draga & Aurel
Dimensions: W 40, D 40, H 46, top Ø 40 cm
Materials: Resin and bronze
Formed from a combination of reflective ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Bronze
Tango Barstool From Solid Sade wood with Leather Apostille Cushion
Located in Queens, NY
A daring fusion of sculpture and function, the Tango Bar Stool invites conversation before anyone even takes a seat. Hand-carved from solid Sade wood by an artist with over 35 years ...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
All Around Cedar Stool, Designed by Marco Piva, Made in Italy
By Marco Piva
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Stool made from a single block of scented cedar featuring almost archaic essential for...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Cedar
Contemporary Stool in Sculpted Fiber Matte and White Gloss
Located in London, GB
KAMEH stool is an explorative piece designed with machine cut foam, cladded with fiber matte and painted in white with semi gloss finishing.
Made in UAE
Additional info:
The w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Stools
Materials
Fiberglass, Foam
Saturn Barstool, Modern, Sculptural, Red Frame and Red Wool fabric
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The equally singular Saturn bar stool utilizes the same gathered bilboquet seat construction, to create a more simplified but still incredibly distinc...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Steel
Milk Medium Stool in Beech Seat with Marsala Red Legs by Paolo Cappello
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The concept for Milk is found in the chairs used in the past for milking. It is a homage to rural tradition, where everything is proudly made at home, between exposed brick and acres...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Slice series Contemporary Stool 2
Located in London, GB
Balancing between tension and relaxation, we lead to various senses. Tension causes us to be sensitive, making us to focus on the surrounding environment, causing our senses to become clearer. At the same time, relaxation makes it possible to comfortably accept this clear senses. Slice series...
Category
2010s Korean Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Luc Bar Stool with Natural Oak and Teal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc bar + counter stool with their Inviting curves and a comfortable seating. This chair is made of solid wood structure, natural rattan back and soft comf...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Rattan
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