The Chinese figured out how to garden beautifully with very simple tools. They didn't need four different types of Pitchfork or three different types of rake; they used what was available. And it is this spirit of ingenuity that has inspired us to offer this collection of Chinese garden tools. They are designed to last forever and are remarkably efficient when used properly. See collection for details.
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Stylish Ceramic Garden Stool with Chinoiserie Scene
World Menagerie
Perfect For: Enhancing indoor or outdoor spaces with a touch of Asian elegance
What We Like: Its versatile use as a side table or plant holder
This chic ceramic garden stool features an 18th-century Chinese scene on a crisp white backdrop, making it a distinctive and stylish addition to any home. Its corrosion- and stain-resistant construction ensures durability and ease of maintenance, while its versatile design allows it to serve as a plant holder in your yard or a side table in your living room. With its Asian and Zen elements, it effortlessly complements Chinoiserie-inspired and eclectic decor.
$89.99
$238.16
Designer Advice:
Place it alongside bold and vibrant furnishings or accessories to create a striking contrast, or incorporate it into a serene, zen-inspired space for a harmonious atmosphere.
Barrel-Shaped Ceramic Chinese Stool
World Menagerie
Perfect For: Adding a touch of elegance to gardens, indoor rooms, or as versatile home accents
What We Like: The symbolic Chinese guardian lion motif
This barrel-shaped Chinese stool showcases a striking emerald green color adorned with the celebrated Chinese guardian lion motif, also known as the foo dog. Dating back to the Han Dynasty, this durable ceramic stool brings an aura of history and mystique to any setting. Perfect for use in the garden or any indoor room, it functions as a spare seat, side table, or plant stand, offering both form and functionality.
Designer Advice:
Accentuate its character with complementing Asian-inspired decorations, like a vibrant silk table runner or elegant porcelain vases filled with bamboo or cherry blossoms.
Ming Dynasty Chinese Garden Stool
Langley Street®
Perfect For: Adding a touch of classic elegance to your indoor space
What We Like: Intricate blue landscape design on a white base
This Ming dynasty-inspired Chinese garden stool is an authentic reproduction crafted from high-quality fine Chinese porcelain. Finished in a gorgeous white color with an intricately detailed blue landscape design, it brings both functionality and classic elegance to any indoor space. With a leveled surface, the stool serves as a charming side table, plant stand, or additional seating option - an ideal choice for those who appreciate refined traditional artistry.
$283
$271.7
Designer Advice:
Place it next to a cozy reading nook or pair it with your favorite armchair for an instant conversation starter. Just remember, use it indoors to maintain its pristine condition.
Chinese Porcelain Indoor-Outdoor Garden Stool
World Menagerie
Perfect For: Adding an elegant touch to indoor and outdoor spaces
What We Like: The classic blue and white floral pattern
This indoor-outdoor garden stool is adorned with a beautiful blue and white floral pattern inspired by Chinese export porcelain. The glazed ceramic stool features a pierced lucky coin motif on both its base and top, making it a versatile accessory that complements various decorating styles. Use it as a plant stand, side table or as additional seating, bringing a touch of artful charm to any space.
$99.99
$204
Designer Advice:
Place it alongside a cozy seating area outdoors or next to a reading nook indoors. Accentuate the elegant design with complementary blue and white cushions or tableware.
Classic Ceramic Garden Stool with Coin Motif
Longshore Tides
Perfect For: Enhancing your indoor or outdoor decor with a touch of zen serenity
What We Like: Beautiful linked coin motif design
This classic Bartlesville garden stool is perfect for infusing a sense of zen serenity into your indoor or outdoor spaces. Made of lustrous ceramic, the stool features a charming ancient Chinese linked coin motif, believed to bring good luck. With a bottom opening of 6.5", this enchanting accent piece not only offers a stylish seat or side table, but also becomes an eye-catching conversation starter in any setting.
$96.99
$139.04
Designer Advice:
For an authentic and harmonious environment, surround this stool with green plants, earthy tones, and natural materials, such as wood or stone.
Hand-painted Chinese Garden Stool
Birch Lane™
Perfect For: Adding a touch of culture and class to your living space
What We Like: The delicate blue blossoms and vintage aesthetic
Bring a touch of traditional Chinese elegance to your home with this hand-painted garden stool adorned with delicate blue blossoms. This versatile piece can serve as a unique end table in your living room or on your patio or even as extra seating when needed. The vintage aesthetic and classic appeal make it a timeless piece, perfect for enhancing traditional oriental decor in any space.
$145
$169.99
Designer Advice:
Place this garden stool next to a cozy armchair or sofa with some throw pillows in matching blue hues to create a harmonious and stylish lounging area.
Aqua Porcelain Garden Stool
Dakota Fields
Perfect For: Adding a decorative touch indoors or outdoors
What We Like: Luminous aqua glaze finish
This elegant barrel-shaped porcelain garden stool features a traditional Chinese cloud motif, enhanced by a beautiful aqua glaze. This eye-catching design serves as a versatile decor accent in any home or apartment, whether placed indoors or outdoors. The water-resistant glaze and strategically placed openings make it suitable for use in the garden, while the flat top allows for stable placement of a drinking glass or small plant.
$255
$297.7
Designer Advice:
Pair this garden stool with other porcelain accessories or vibrant cushions to create a refreshing, Asian-inspired sitting area in your garden or patio.
Deep Blue Ceramic Garden Stool
Charlton Home®
Perfect For: Versatile indoor and outdoor use
What We Like: Classic cherry blossom pattern
Chic and timeless, this deep blue ceramic garden stool features an elegant cherry blossom pattern, ensuring it never goes out of style. As a functional piece, it can be used as a side table, garden seat, or plant stand both indoors and outdoors. Its spill-proof ceramic glaze finish adds functionality, making it perfect for holding a cool drink or potted plant. The ideal height beside an armchair, it also offers extra seating in a pinch.
$129.99
$309
Designer Advice:
For maximum versatility, keep a couple of these beautiful stools on hand to use as portable drink tables or pull-up seating when entertaining guests, ensuring both style and practicality.
Decorative Ceramic Garden Stool
Claybarn
Perfect For: Adding a stylish accent to indoor or outdoor spaces
What We Like: The versatile metallic finish and hand-decoration by Chinese artisans
This Decorative Garden Stool effortlessly blends eye-catching style and humble charm with its ceramic composition and metallic finish. The bronze metallic finish transitions to a lustrous colored glaze, exuding both a modern and traditional appeal. Hand-decorated by Chinese artisans, it is an excellent gift idea for occasions like housewarmings, engagements, weddings, or anniversaries. Perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, bring elegance and functionality to any space.
Designer Advice:
Place it in your garden, on your patio, or even inside as a versatile accent or side table that showcases its artistic craftsmanship and stunning finish. Just remember, it is hand wash only!
Square Porcelain Garden Stool with Rose Medallion Art
Oriental Furniture
Perfect For: Enhancing traditional or eclectic interiors as an accent table or plant stand
What We Like: Stunning hand-painted art design and versatile functionality
Featuring a beautiful Rose Medallion art design, this square porcelain garden stool adds a touch of Asian elegance to your space. The vibrant applique center portrays an Asian courtyard scene, surrounded by fruit, floral, and oriental object motifs. Its medium gloss crackle glaze finish gives it a captivating charm. This high-grade Chinese porcelain ceramic stool is not only an eye-catching decorative accent, but also serves perfectly as an accent table, plant stand, or a unique side table.
$259
$336.7
Designer Advice:
Pair this garden stool with a silk vase filled with cherry blossoms for a striking yet cohesive look, or place it alongside a neutral-toned sofa to let the intricate design stand out.
Curved Square Chinese Porcelain Garden Stool
Oriental Furniture
Perfect For: An elegant and versatile accent piece in any room
What We Like: Classic Ming blue and white floral pattern
Adorn your living space with this curved square Chinese porcelain garden stool, complete with a Ming blue and white classic floral pattern. The pierced double medallions on the sides and flat top serve as a perfect stool, stand, or occasional table. Intended solely for indoor use, this piece can be displayed in pairs as alternative end tables or a unique coffee table, making it a versatile and attractive addition to your home.
$157
$271.7
Designer Advice:
Keep your garden stool in pristine condition by placing it on a matching blue or clear acrylic base. This will prevent scratches and moisture damage while preserving its charming charm.
Drip Garden Stool with Flat Shape
Claybarn
Perfect For: Adding a unique accent to any indoor or outdoor space
What We Like: Hand-decorated by skilled Chinese artisans
This eye-catching Drip Garden Stool showcases a bold contrast design that makes a statement in any setting. Its flat shape is well-suited for mantles or étagères, with striking hand-decorated details crafted by Chinese artisans. A thoughtful gift for various occasions, this stool is suitable for outdoor use as well. To maintain its finish, simply wipe it with a damp cloth and keep it indoors during inclement weather.
$125.58
$169.99
Designer Advice:
Pair this stool with plants, sculptures, or books to create a visually stunning display on an étagère or mantlepiece, while also ensuring its care through gentle cleaning and regulated temperature.
Imperial Scroll Garden Stool
Ophelia & Co.
Perfect For: Enhancing indoor or outdoor spaces with elegance and style
What We Like: Intricate ancient Chinese palace gate-inspired design
The Imperial Scroll Garden Stool brings artistic charm to your living space with its offbeat design adapted from an ancient Chinese palace gate. Constructed from ceramic, this sturdy and durable stool can be utilized for extra seating or as an end table in various settings. Available in multiple finishes, the stool's classic imperial scroll pattern adds a touch of elegance to any home decor. Ideal for contemporary home settings, this garden stool combines both style and utility seamlessly.
$80.99
$112
Designer Advice:
Pair it with artistic showpieces, photo frames, books, or plants for added visual interest and to create a harmonious space that reflects your personal style.
Antique Floral Porcelain Garden Stool
Oriental Furniture
Perfect For: Enhancing outdoor seating or decor in a porch, garden, or yard
What We Like: The beautiful Victorian-style floral design on a barrel-shaped ceramic
This antique floral porcelain garden stool boasts a stylish Chinese design with twisting vines and flowers that are reminiscent of Victorian wallpaper. The medium-gloss white-on-black glaze is weather resistant, making it perfect for outdoor use. Its versatility allows it to function as a seat, side table, plant stand, or accent piece. With raised dots, solid lines, and punched-through medallions, this stool adds both charm and functionality to any space.
$198
$271.7
Designer Advice:
Consider gifting this garden stool for housewarming occasions or use it to amplify the Shabby Elegance style in your outdoor living area.
Koi Fish Ceramic Garden Stool
World Menagerie
Perfect For: Adding an Eastern-inspired touch to any space
What We Like: Versatile use as a seat, table, or decorative accent
This ceramic garden stool features beautiful koi fish and lotus details in blue and white, capturing the essence of peaceful Asian and Zen themes. It's the perfect size to be appreciated on its own or to slide under console tables when not in use. Enhance your indoor or outdoor living areas with this charming, multipurpose piece that reflects Eastern-inspired style.
$94.99
$172.81
Designer Advice:
Place the stool in a tranquil reading nook or meditation space, accompanied by lush plants and calming elements like a tabletop water fountain or soft lighting to create a serene oasis at home.
This exotic Asian style garden stool serves diversed applications: it can become a side table as well. Openwork sides sport floral motif that lets the light shine through. Interesting multi-toned blue finish is another feature worth mentioning.
Blue and white kylin chinese porcelain stool china
An interesting stool that mainly plays a decorative role in the house. It is made of Chinese porcelain so its decorative value is high. Of course it is a solid stool that can be used indoors or outdoors as an additional seat.
This antique Chinese garden stool proves that patchwork design can also be beautiful. Recommended not only for the fans of oriental style, it is a great way to distinguish your indoor and outdoor spaces.
A charming Asian rustic style stool which can also be used as a planter stand. Its barrel -like openwork body is handmade of rosewood with a dark matte lacquer finish. It has a round top, vertically slatted sides and small feet.
Blue And White Kylin Chinese Porcelain Stool China
An interesting decoration designed for an outdoor use. This stool is made of Chinese porcelain that is weather resistant and very attractive. Thes kind of stool measures 18 inches high x 12 inches wide x 13 inches long.
Distinctive garden stool tastefully handcrafted from solid wood with no composites. It presents a modern take on Chinese leisure seats design. It is versatile enough to mingle beautifully with many other styles.
Embossed Swirl Garden Stool
Picture-postcard contemporary stool which can serve as a coffee table. It's crafted of quality ceramic with a wonderful glossy gold finish. It's barrel-shaped and features embossed top and bottom parts as well as oval and square cutouts in centre.
Vince brass hexagon garden stool
An interesting functional and decorative element that will enhance the decor of many types of rooms. This stool was crafted with a hardwood frame, so its solidity is its most important advantage. Its size (14" diam x 18.5" h) doesn't take too much space in the room.
This is a functional and decorative element created for use in gardens. This stool has got a very solid porcelain construction. Its floral design looks very nice in different stylization. The stool has got a round top.
Talia Stool
Sturdy ceramic stool with multi-tone finish in brown and blue, with decorative trim and piercings that enhance its appealing looks. It may be used indoors and outdoors and not only as a stool - it works great as a sidetable or plant pot rack too.
Garden stool in oriental style. It is made of ceramic and decorated with sophisticated ornament. Ideal as coffee table or plant stand in the living room, dining room and more.
Pierced Garden Stool
It is a garden stool, which is substantially serving two functions. On the one hand, as a stand it has to be practical. You can bet on it, for example a pot. On the other hand, it may also be a decoration, it is very nice and impressive.
This stool has got a porcelain construction and chrome finish. It is a fantastic addition to your indoor and outdoor area. Everyone will be impressed how amazing it looks in your home.
A wonderful Chinese garden stool of quality ceramic in a bluish tone with charming hand-painted colourful floral designs. A stool has a barrel-like body with small lumps both at the bottom and top parts and metal handles on sides and at the top.
Designed of high quality ceramic, this garden stool enhances outdoors as well as indoors with its lovely Chinese dragon design that surrounds the whole piece. The stool is easy to clean, and can also be used as a side table or beautiful decoration.
Chinese Garden Stool - Poppy
This garden stool in barrel form is characterized by high quality make including dark red high luster glaze porcelain construction, antique floral design applied on the surface, and traditional Japanese finish.
This stylish garden stool is characterized by ceramic construction, and a beautiful green lotus pattern. Designed for both indoors and outdoors, the stool can also be used as a side or coffee table, or decoration stand.
This ceramic garden stool is very elegant and very practical element of garden equipment. His execution and finish makes it a very decorative object. At the same time, it can serve as a stand for flowers.
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