This dark wood and pink velvet piano stool adds a touch of refined country charm, balancing textile softness with carved wood craftsmanship. Its rotating seat and tripod legs give it a unique presence while maintaining a sober and elegant appearance. A second-hand piece, it is equally suitable for a piano, a reading nook, or a bedroom, where it accompanies an extra seat with distinction. The combination of printed velvet and dark wood easily complements a patinated interior, natural materials, and a few chosen objects. Positioned in front of an upright piano, it holds an open sheet music and a side lamp in a muted atmosphere. Height: 46 cm Diameter: 36 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 people, while in 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 legs, is a feat of stability and lightness, designed to be slid under a table or moved with a single gesture. Whether made of raw wood from a farm or styled in industrial design, it today embodies the ultimate space-saving furniture, providing extra seating that never clutters the visual space.