With its retro feet and plastic structure in a cream hue, this vintage stool exudes a soft contemporary charm. Its brown velvet seat provides a warm contrast, while its curves soften the overall look. This seat serves as extra seating in a living room, next to a coffee table or at the end of a sofa. The combination of plastic and velvet interacts with natural materials, from light wood to washed linen. In a bedroom, it complements a dressing table and holds an open book or a folded garment. Height: 42 cm Diameter: 34 cm A Brief History of the Stool As the oldest seat in history, the stool is the direct ancestor of the chair, distinguished by its lack of backrest and armrests. In the Middle Ages, it was the universal seat of the common people, while among the nobility, the "right to the stool" became a highly codified court privilege, allowing ladies to sit in the presence of the king. Its structure, resting on three or four feet, is a feat of stability and lightness, designed to be easily slid under a table or moved with a gesture. Whether made of raw wood or industrial style, it now embodies the ultimate space-saving furniture, providing extra seating that never clutters the view.