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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
21th Century Moss Stool U in blue plain weave fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
Introducing our Moss line with a timeless design and a sturdy wooden frame. Crafted from high-quality wood, these chairs are built to last and provide both comfort and style. Availab...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Brown Leather Break Bar Stool, Designed by Enzo Berti, Made in Italy
By Enzo Berti
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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The wooden structure supports the shell, equipped with the same features. The stool ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
Stack Vert Glossy Ombre, Stacked Baltic Birch Plywood, by Timbur X Ezra Ardolino
By Timbur
Located in New York, NY
Stack Vert by Ezra Ardolino, Timbur REP by Tuleste Factory
2024
Baltic Birch Plywood, Resin
W 16" x H 18" x L 16"
The Stack Vert. The most pure expression of Timbur’s technique for...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Birch, Plywood
Mexico, Gold Metallic Skull Stool / Side Table by Studio Job
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Decorated with the graphic pattern of the Mexican skull, a symbol created to exorcise ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Olive Velvet Modern Bhutan Bar Stool
Located in New York, NY
Drawing inspiration from Bhutan’s Tiger’s Nest Temple, this velvet bar stool brings luxurious texture and refined design to your space. With its high-back structure and plush upholst...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet
Red Chiquita Stool by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Chiquita red stool by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Rattan, Polyurethane foam, steel.
Dimensions: Diameter 45 cm x height 46 cm
Chiquita is a bundle of charms with its clever design and functionality. The Chiquita stool...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Unique Italian Modernist Angled Chair
Located in Westport, CT
Unique Mid Century Italian chair with low back in beechwood and composed of sleek and angular lines.
Origin: Italy By Vittorio Armellini
Dating 1960ca
Condition: Wood in excelle...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Beech
Lipstick Counter Stool
Located in Vila Nova De Gaia, PT
With a playful and geometrical form, the Lipstick Counter Stool will make you feel like you are floating on cotton candy.
The combined look between the uneven shapes, the warmth text...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Eight Plastic Stools by G. Castiglioni, Gaviraghi and Lanza for Valenti Milano
By Lanza
Located in Greding, DE
Set of eight plastic stools designed by G. Castiglioni, G. Gaviraghi and A. Lanza for Valenti Milano in the 1980s. Four of the stools are white and four are orange, showing some sign...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Marshmallow Bar Stool, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Marshmallow bar stool, Royal stranger
Dimensions: 100 x 70 x 60 cm
Materials: Velvet upholstery, brass
Available in: Mint green, light pink, Royal green, and Royal red
Royal st...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Ovni, Yellow Bench by Cultivado Em Casa
Located in Geneve, CH
Ovni - Yellow bench by Cultivado Em Casa
Dimensions: 38 x 38 x 45 cm
Materials: MDF, carbon steel, resin, painting in duco paint.
Also Available: tri...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Travertine Stool, Ossicle by Francesco Balzano for Giobagnara
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary travertine stool - ossicle by Francesco Balzano for Giobagnara.
Ideally combined to the Pink Leather Stool from the Os...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Travertine, Marble
Lola, the Super Comfortable Stool in leather h.80
By Casa Casati
Located in Milan, MI
The Lola stool – which is available in the high and low version – has a peculiarity that makes it really appealing: the size of the seat. Unlike traditional bar or kitchen counter st...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
Modern Polished Chrome Gray Channel Leather Upholstered Bar Stool Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Modern Polished chrome gray Channel leather upholstered bar stool chair. Item features a polished chrome cantilever frame, gray leather" ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
Modern Grey Leather De Sede Footstool or Stool 1980s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
De Sede vintage footstool or stool from grey leather and steel 1980s Switzerland.
Through the pleasant light grey color tone the footstool or stool works with each color tone in you...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 2 Marshmallow Bar Stools, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 marshmallow bar stools, royal stranger
Dimensions: 100 x 70 x 60 cm
Materials: Velvet upholstery, brass
Available in: Mint green, light pink, royal green, royal red.
R...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Moooi Monster Naked Low Barstool in Divina 3, 426 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
Moooi Monster Naked Low Barstool in Canvas 2, 556 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
Batonga stool, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Batonga Stool, commissioned by Pascoe Gallery, is a striking example of African craftsmanship and design. Hand-carved in Zimbabwe by skilled artisans, this stool is meticulously ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Plantation Bar Stool by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Plantation Bar Stool by Egg Designs
Dimensions: 50 L X 50 D X 98 H cm
Materials: Bronze Coated Steel, African Mahogany, Leather Upholstery
Founded by South Africans and life par...
Category
2010s South African Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Low Side Table or Stool Designed by Richard Meier for Knoll
Located in Stamford, CT
A Maple side table / stool designed by Richard Meire for Knoll circa 1982.
Literature: Richard Meier: Architect, Meier, pg. 234 Richard Meier: Art and Architecture, Blouin MacBain,...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Maple
Set of 2 Chachacha Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Pouf by Houtique
By Houtique
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Chachacha Contemporary Sculptural Velvet Pouf by Houtique
Dimensions: H 45 x D 35 cm
Materials: Upholstery velvet 100% polyester with backing.
345 gr/m^2. 45000 Martindale c...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet
C. 1980s Set of Three Fame Fiorile Bar Stools by Fasem of Italy in Red & Chrome
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of three Fiorile Bar Stools, designed and produced by Fasem in Italy. These particular examples are from the 1980s. The stool's design is comprised of a steel frame and...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
White Stool by Milan Pekař
By Milan Pekar
Located in Geneve, CH
White stool by Milan Pekar
Dimensions: 35 x 35 x 40 cm
Materials: stoneware with salt glaze
Hand-made in the Czech Republic.
Also available in different colors.
Stoneware with salt glaze.
Established own studio August 2009 – Focus mainly on porcelain, developing own glazes. Mould makings, and Slip casting. Milan Pekar is an award-winning product designer. Assistant professor at Studio of Ceramics and...
Category
2010s Czech Modern Stools
Materials
Stoneware
Moooi Carbon High Bar Stool in Black Carbon Fiber and Epoxy Resin by Bertjan pot
By Bertjan Pot, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A taller relative of the Carbon Chair, the Carbon Barstool embodies the same passion for craftsmanship, but literally takes it to another level… Lean and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Resin
2012 Pair of Four Seasons Bar Stools by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Four Seasons Bar Stools, initially designed by Mies Van Der Rohe and Phillip Johnson in 1958 for the Four Seasons Restaurant i...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Marble Tuskan Stool by Oeuffice
Located in Geneve, CH
Marble Tuskan stool by Oeuffice
Edition: 12 + 2AP
2014
Dimensions: 34 x 21 x 42 cm
Materials: Nero Assoluto stone, Travertino stone, Giallo Reale marb...
Category
2010s English Modern Stools
Materials
Marble
Leopard batonga stool, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Leopard Batonga Stool is a masterful creation commissioned by Pascoe Gallery, embodying the unparalleled craftsmanship of Zimbabwean artisans. Hand-carved from a single, solid pi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Grasso Stool by Stephen Burks, Black
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
An iron tubular (25mm) structured armchair. Seat and backrest upholstered in leather.
The leather upholstery oozes over the bare iron structure.
...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
Moooi Monster Diamond High Barstool in Divina 3, 626 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
Moooi SLT Footstool in Bearded Leopard Jacquard Mustard Upholstery & Wood Frame
By Moooi, Maarten Baas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Something Like This sofa is a celebration of the designer's love for sketchy drawings translated into a soft unusually modelled sofa.
Additional information:
Material: Wooden...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery
Moooi Monster Diamond High Barstool in Divina MD, 733 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 courage to open our eyes. Scary? Not at all! You forget all about the monster once you sit down and enjoy the barstool's comfort and softness.
Additional information:
Material: Steel, foam
Upholstery: Divina MD...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery
Leopard batonga stool, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Leopard Batonga Stool is a masterful creation commissioned by Pascoe Gallery, embodying the unparalleled craftsmanship of Zimbabwean artisans. Hand-carved from a single, solid pi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Leopard batonga stool, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Leopard Batonga Stool is a masterful creation commissioned by Pascoe Gallery, embodying the unparalleled craftsmanship of Zimbabwean artisans. Hand-carved from a single, solid pi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Roberts Bar Stool Maple 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 Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Modern Moroccan Style Retro Pouf Set Upholstered in Brown & Beige Leather
Located in Porto, PT
Modern Moroccan style retro pouf set upholstered in brown & beige leather
Morocco Pouf Retro Set is a modern take on the traditional Moroccan poufs. The Mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Faux Leather, Fabric
Moooi Monster Diamond High Barstool in Justo, Bred 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
Grasso Brown Stool by Stephen Burks
Located in Geneve, CH
Grasso brown stool by Stephen Burks
Dimensions: diameter 39 x height 80 cm
Materials: tubular steel frame (25 mm) stool upholstered in different materia...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Marshmallow Bar Stool, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Marshmallow bar stool, Royal stranger
Dimensions: 100 x 70 x 60 cm
Materials: Velvet upholstery, brass
Available in: Mint green, light pink, Royal green, Royal red
Royal strang...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Moooi Carbon Low Bar Stool in Black Carbon Fiber and Epoxy Resin by Bertjan Pot
By Bertjan Pot, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A taller relative of the Carbon Chair, the Carbon Barstool embodies the same passion for craftsmanship, but literally takes it to another level… Lean and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Resin
Moooi Monster Diamond High Barstool in Divina MD, 633 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
Tori Coffee Table by Ries
Located in Geneve, CH
Tori coffee table by Ries
Dimensions: W160 x D440 x H46 cm
Materials: Sand cast aluminum
Ries is a design studio based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, focused on product and conemp...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Stools
Materials
Aluminum
Handmade Citron Velvet Knot Stool 16X16 inch by Knots Studio
By Knots Studio
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This unique Knot stool is inspired by the nautical elements and aesthetics. The stool is made of a strong Beech wood by our wonderful wood turner, and the c...
Category
2010s Israeli Modern Stools
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Beech
Vienna Chair, Canaletto, Blue by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Vienna chair, Canaletto, Nord wool blue by Colé Italiawith Emmanuel Gallina
Dimensions: H 78, W 48, D 50 cm.
Materials: stained beech wood chair with straw back and upholstered sea...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Moooi Container Stool in Black by Marcel Wanders Studio
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Configure, combine, repeat. Compliment your Container Table with the Container stool and add a little excitement to lunchtimes or other extraordinary g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Set of 4 ML 42 Oak and Stainless Steel Counter Stools by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 ML 42 oak and stainless steel counter stools by Lassen.
Dimensions: H 69 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm.
Materials: oak, stainless steel.
...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Jetson Bar Stool by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Jetson Bar Stool by Egg Designs
Dimensions: 54 L X 49.5 D X 85 H cm
Materials: Lucite, Bronzed Steel, Brass, Leather Upholstery
Founded by South Africans and life partners, Gre...
Category
2010s South African Modern Stools
Materials
Brass, Steel
AD Rubber Stool Small by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
AD Rubber Stool Small by Arno Declercq
Dimensions: D 38 x W 63 cm x H 69 cm.
Materials: Foam and rubber.
Arno Declercq
Belgian designer and art dealer who makes bespoke objects...
Category
2010s Belgian Modern Stools
Materials
Foam, Rubber
Moooi Container New Antiques Stool in White by Marcel Wanders Studio
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Configure, combine, repeat. Compliment your Container Table with the Container stool and add a little excitement to lunchtimes or other extraordinary g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Tooth Shape, Natural Plain Beige Fiberglass Stool by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Tooth stool by kar
Dimensions: W 60 x D 45 x H 43 cm
Materials: FRP
Available in black
Kar, is the root of Sanskrit Karma, meaning karmic repetition. We s...
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Stools
Materials
Fiberglass
1 Teknion Variable Stool by Alessandro Piretti
By Teknion
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Teknion Variable stool by Alessandro Piretti
Designed by Alessandro Piretti, Variable is ideal for
informal spaces where reconfiguration is encouraged, yet durability and style
remain essential.
Variable features a one-piece molded shell...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Mitaki Dori Stool by Yabu Pushelberg in Leather & Hardware
Located in Toronto, ON
Located within the vibrant Shibuya ward, Mitake-Dori is at the intersection of Tokyo's fashion and financial district. Harnessing the energy of the dori, Yabu Pushelberg’s design is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
Black and Gold Minimalist Bench
Located in Geneve, CH
Black and gold minimalist bench
Dimensions: D 145 x W 43.3 x H 45.5 cm
Materials: Steel w. Matte powder coating & aluminum w. Matte powder coating.
Available in colors: Taupe, bo...
Category
2010s Danish Modern Stools
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Moooi Monster Diamond High Barstool in Divina 3, 562 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
Scandinavian-Style Oak Stool - PI
Located in Karabağlar/Izmir, TR
The PI Series Scandinavian-Style Oak Stool brings together the durability and natural beauty of oak wood with handcrafted precision, offering a distinct aesthetic that complements a ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
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
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
Purple Cielo Bar Stool by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Purple Cielo bar stool by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings are made from recycled plastic.
Technique: made from recycled plastic a...
Category
2010s German Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
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