This white patinated wooden footrest adds a soft country touch to a living room or bedroom. Sourced second-hand, its wooden material and white finish give it a discreet presence, easy to pair with a linen armchair, an antique bench, or a stone floor. Placed at the foot of a seat, it accompanies moments of reading and provides pleasant support without cluttering the space. Its measured proportions also allow it to be used as a makeshift stand for a tray, a book, or a seasonal bouquet. Positioned near a seat, it creates a simple scene with a wool throw and a few everyday objects. Length: 40 cm Width: 19.5 cm Height: 22 cm A brief history of the stool As the oldest type of seating in history, the stool is the direct ancestor of the chair, distinguished by the absence of a backrest and armrests. In the Middle Ages, it was the universal seat of the people, while among the nobility, the "right to a 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 gesture. Whether it is made of raw wooden farm style or industrial style, it today embodies the ultimate space-saving furniture, offering a supplementary seat that never clutters the view.