This dark wood stool, thrifted, charms with its round seat and its three-legged base painted in dark green. Its patinated wood top and solid wood structure compose a piece in a country style, simple and full of character. Placed in a living room or bedroom, it offers extra seating and can also serve as a small table to hold a lamp or vase. Its presence works particularly well alongside a linen armchair, a basket made of natural fibers, or a wooden coffee table. Adorned with an open book and a pair of glasses, it finds its place next to a reading chair. Height: 33.5 cm Diameter: 24.5 cm A Brief History of the Stool As the oldest seat 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 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 marvel of stability and lightness, designed to be tucked under a table or moved with a gesture. Whether it is a rustic wooden farmhouse piece or an industrial style, it embodies today’s essential space-saving furniture, offering extra seating that never clutters the view.