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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Customizable ClassiCon Banu Stool by Eckart Muthesius
Located in New York, NY
Banu is yet another gem from the Jewel Garden, which was the name of the Maharajah‘s palace of Indore for which Eckart Muthesius designed this stool. Through the use of polished stai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Wing Stool by Studio Laf
Located in Geneve, CH
Wing stool by Studio Laf
Dimensions: L43 cm x W35 x H44 cm
Materials: Plywood, Stainless Steel, Leather
Available: different colors Leather: Brown, Blac...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless 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
Japan Table, Contemporary Travertine Side Table or Stool
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Japan table is a personification of a cork, being perceptible in the first few seconds. The low stool or side table is made of travertine. It is an item of pure lines, where the ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Travertine
Set of 6 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 3 Counter Bar Stool w Backrest Natural Tan Saddle Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter height stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces whe...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
2000s Maarten Van Severen for Vitra .03 High Chair Drafting Stool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a .03 High Chair Stool, designed by Maarten Van Severen and Fabian Schwarzeler for Vitra in 1998. It can be utilized as a high desk chair, or as a drafting stool. The seat an...
Category
Early 2000s German Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Jonathan Adler Grey Velvet Rider Counter Stools, Set of 2
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Jonathan Adler, these contemporary counter stools have an ornate aesthetic.
Constructed from a white frame, the stools have polished nickel sabots and accents, with a ...
Category
2010s Modern Stools
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Low Sass Stool from Souda, Dining Chair, Seating, Shape A & 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 'A' & "C', which are shown in the first image.
The Sottsass inspired “...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Ash
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 6 Artisanal Bar Stool W. Backrest Dark Brown Leather & Black Rubber 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
Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Black, H.45
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué.
Dimensions:
Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm
Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak
Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Coffee, H.45
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué.
Dimensions:
Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm
Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak
Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Natural, H.45
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué.
Dimensions:
Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm
Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak
Contemporary Stool 'Tabi' by Obstacles, Solid Oak, Umber, H.45
Located in Paris, IDF
'Tabi' Stool designed by Studio Obstacles in collaboration with Spanish artist Yoyo Balagué.
Dimensions:
Seat height: 45 cm x H. 52 cm x W. 33 cm x Diameter 30 cm
Seat height: 17.7 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Oak
Artisanal Pair Counter Stool w. Backrest Navy Blue Leather & Black Rubber 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
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
SQ Upholstered Counter Stool, Maple, Leather, Boucle or COM COL, Handmade in USA
By David Gaynor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Shown in solid maple, leather, and brushed nickel hardware
Available with:
Wood in ash, cherry, maple, walnut, or white oak
Metal in brushed brass, antique brass, oil rubbed bronze...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Cherry, Maple, Oak, Leather, Hardwood, Ash, Walnut
Set of 3 Figueroa Bar Stool, Cotton Velvet, 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
Arc de Stool '37
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Arc de Stool '37 in black painted Chestnut Wood
Designed by Project 213A in 2022
The smaller version of the stool's legs curves inwards towards its ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Oak
Modern Elis Stool Made with Velvet, Handmade by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
The Elis collection is a unique and innovative line of furniture that aims to provide individuals with an ideal design that can help promote well-being and peace in any environment. ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Velvet
Set of 3 Counter 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
Molletta Bench Baldessari&Baldessari Contemporary Natural Cedar Riva1920
Located in Cantù, IT
Bench made of solid scented cedar worked from single blocks. It features a sculptured design that experiments with the Classic Pop Art off-scale approach.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Walnut Counter Stool with Leather Upholstery in Black or Brown Leather
Located in Ballard, CA
A tailored counter stool inspired by the Bahaus movement of the 1920s. This refined stool has a Minimalist flair, with its refined tapered legs and disti...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Arc de Stool '52
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Arc de Stool '52
Designed by Project 213A in 2022
Side table in solid walnut with legs that arch inwards its triangular top. Carved by skilled artisans i...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut
Upholstered Cone Table Stool in the Manner of Verner Panton
Located in Miami, FL
Stylish cone table stool in the manner of Verner Panton's low cone stool.
This lovely piece would look great in a contemporary or modern setting.
The blue...
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
Brown, Grey and White Stoneware Ceramic Stool by Roz Herrin Modern Design
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Roz Herrin
Handmade and unique piece realised in La Borne.
Elegant stoneware ceramic stool by Roz Herrin.
Beautiful wood firing ceramics effects wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Stools
Materials
Ceramic
Neko Stool, Designed by Setsu & Shinobu Ito, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Accessory made from a single block of scented cedar with its sculptured shape inspired...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Cedar
Pillar Bar Stool 3 Legged Wood and Lacquered, Red
Located in Istanbul, 34
The Pillar bar stool is a product with a unique design that stands out with its distinctive metal fusion detail. While it attracts attention with its solid and strong structure, it c...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Minimalist Style, Stool in Natural Solid Wood, Leather Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
Our Evo collection is based in the harmonic fusion between geometrical forms in a modern interpretation of wood archetypes, combining a rational defined outcome with the warmth of or...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Textile, Upholstery, Hardwood
Set of 2 Arches II Bar Stool Smooth Velvet, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II bar stool is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a crossing through the structures of a utopian city, organized by the principles of symme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
The Jojo stool. Brazilian Solid Wood and Marquetry Design by Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
The charming Jojo stool features a checkered marquetry seat, skillfully crafted with the fine woods Jequitibá and Sucupira. Its sturdy structure is also mad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
Karl Springer Set of 4 Swiveling "Onassis Bar Stools" in Suede 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of 4 swiveling "Onassis Bar Stools" covered in calf skin suede with brass footrail by Karl Springer, American 1980's. The Onassis Barstool was...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Exotic Wood Stool with Leather Seat and Bronze from Costantini, Piero
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Piero Stool features an angular solid wood sled frame with a slung leather seat, a leather-wrapped wood back and a burnished bronze footrest. Available i...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 4 Contemporary Barstool w. Backrest Nuit Noir & 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 of 4 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
Bronze Contemporary Sculptural Sancho Stool by Elan Atelier
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
Bronze Contemporary Sculptural Sancho Stool by Elan Atelier
Sancho stool is a single piece of cast bronze with alternating dark bronze and gold bronze interior finish.
Description...
Category
2010s European Modern Stools
Materials
Bronze
Frenchkiss Low-Back Counter Stool by Stefano Bigi
Located in Milan, IT
Designed and made in Italy, this counter stool combines a sleek, modern design with natural wooden legs for a style that is both elegant and welcoming. Its thin, spindly legs seem to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Silver Chiquita Stool by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Chiquita silver stool by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Rattan, polyurethane foam, steel.
Dimensions: Diameter 45 cm x height 46cm.
Chiquita is a bundle of charms with its clever design and functionality. The Chiquita stool...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Set of 3 Contemporary Bar Stool Black Smoke Metal & Black Leather Style
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
Sculptural Table Height Stool w. Backrest Old Silver Metal & Black 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
Model G Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stool or coffee table, form and function are one and the same.
Functional and decorative stoneware object, crafted by pinching and coiling. The ceramic surface is applied either w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Kartell Attila Table-Stool in Black by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Attila table-stool, is a charismatic personality of striking originality and anti-conformism. Stools and tables which are cute and humorous but with one eye on functionality, thought...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Plastic
Moss Bar Stool U in Nude 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
Twist with Fantastic Look, Lilac
Located in Istanbul, 34
Twist, which is open to use in every space with its striking color options, combines the functions of a side table and stool, while providing your own balance in the use of stools wi...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Counter Bar Stool w. Backrest Natural Tan Leather Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary counter height stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small de...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Wood Frame Counter Stool in Walnut and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The BassamFellows Wood Frame collection has become one of the brand’s classic signatures.
Adding to the collection are upholstered dining chairs and upholstered stools.
The Woo...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Scale Pyramid Epoxy Resin Side Table / Stool in Yellow by Facture
Located in New York, NY
Represented by Tuleste Factory
This stool/side table features four transitioning layers from a light to dark yellow over a stepped white wood core. The interior and exterior facets ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Materials
Resin
Set of 3 Counter Stool, Contemporary Design, Black Steel & 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
Mid Century Vintage C1950 Tall High Back Bar Stools Original Naughahyde
Located in Port Jervis, NY
All original vintage vinyl material in overall excellent condition with a couple of minor blemishes. Pictured. Original feet on legs, very comfy contour...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Stools
Materials
Brass, Chrome, Steel
Set of 3 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
Una Counter Stool in Maple with Upholstered Back by Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The UNA counter stool combines a curved wooden seat and legs with a leather-upholstered cylindrical back, creating a balance between comfort and s...
Category
2010s American Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 4 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
Stool/Side Table in Red Cedar by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
Cast-off cedar logs are given second life as a crystalline form. The natural beauty of reclaimed wood is harnessed in this side table and sculpture piece whe...
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Stools
Materials
Cedar
Set of 5 Counter 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
Arches Bar Stool, Smooth Velvet & Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches bar stool is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a crossing through the structures of a utopian city, organiz...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 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
Chrome and Leather Platner style Stools
Located in Denton, TX
Stunning pair of Platner style stools chrome with off white leather
Category
20th Century North American Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome
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