The obsession with mid-century modern decor shows no signs of stopping. Unlike many other trends, this popular style is set firmly in the lane of timeless and classic design. True mid-century modern design’s period spans from 1947 to 1957. Still, these days the term refers to furniture with clean lines, muted tones and a combination of vibrant colors. Original mid-century modern furniture designs were geared for small, post-war homes and designed to be lightweight and easy to take on a move to a new home. Sounds perfect for today’s lifestyle!
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Leather and Walnut Bar Stool
Corrigan Studio®
A large chrome pedestal base provides stability along with a foot bar to support your feet on this mid-century modern bar stool. Use the lever located right below the seat to adjust to your ideal height. You can change the seat direction with its smooth 360° swivel. Weight capacity is 250 lbs.
$569.99
$589.99
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This mid-century modern bar stool stopped us in our tracks. The curved walnut plywood seat back has an elegant cut-out pattern that lets the stool look just as good from the front as it does from the back. A faux leather padded seat and upper back support make sure you can sit in comfort. The black or cream faux leather bar stool is paired with a walnut wood seat back and chrome base, while the gray faux leather stool is paired with black wood and a black base.
Luxury Mid Century Modern Bar Stool
Corrigan Studio®
Made from solid wood and upholstered in genuine top-grain leather, this mid-century modern stool says luxury all the way. The stool comes fully assembled, and the seat height measures 32.25” from the floor. Each bar stool weighs 20 lbs.
$799
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This mid-century modern counter stool features an unusual dark and smoky birch frame that gives a moody contrast to the genuine leather seat and stool back. We love how the low-slung back won’t block the site lines of your kitchen island while still giving you tons of seating comfort on its generous 21.25” seat cushion.
Set of Two Mid Century Modern Counter Stools
Livestock
Although each of these vintage mid-century modern counter stools only weighs 10 lbs, they can bear up to 250 lbs of weight. They come fully assembled with a seat height that measures 26” from the floor. The seat back rises to 37” high for extra support and comfort.
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While mid-century modern designs have broadened in scope since the 50s, these two beauties look like they were actually made during that decade. The solid walnut stool frames showcase one of the style’s iconic features — square lines that transition into curves. The four legs widen from the bottom square lines into a wider, rounder shape near the top of the legs. This attention to detail makes these stools one of our favorite choices in this category.
Glamorous Mid Century Modern Bar Stool
Worlds Away
Available in two heights, this mid-century modern stool can suit both a counter height or bar height island. The bucket seat and barrel back make it an easy choice for lounging while in the kitchen. A brass footrest stands 12” off the floor in either stool height.
$1209
$1330
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On the glamorous side of mid-century modern design, a combination of three materials make this a striking addition to your kitchen or bar. Crisp white linen upholstery contrasts with its espresso finish frame, brass crossbar, and foot tips. Think a little Hollywood when you’re decorating with these stools and add more hints of glamour with glitzy mirrors, cut-glass crystal glasses and decanters.
Swivel Mid Century Modern Counter and Bar Stool
George Oliver
With its 360° swivel function, this mid-century counter- or bar-height stool keeps you comfortable with its matching 360° chrome footrest. The medium-height seat back and bottom are upholstered in 100% brown polyurethane that mimics real leather. This material is easily cleaned by wiping clean with a dry cloth.
$179.99
$384
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Crafted from solid walnut wood, this mid-century modern bar stool is one that you’ll pass down to your children. The classic wood frame shows its natural wood grain. It is manufactured in the plywood style with exposed edges which says mid-century modern. Contrasting black wood button details on the seat back relate to the black leather upholstery. The chrome detailing is included with a seat back and bottom connection and in the square footrest.
Rubberwood Mid Century Modern Bar Stools
AllModern
Available in a set of two, these counter-height mid-century modern bar stools bring sleek style and comfort to your kitchen. The stained frame is constructed from rubberwood and comes in either an oak or walnut finish. The stools are upholstered in four color options: green tea, dark gray, mint or light beige.
$190
$233
Bucket Seat Mid Century Modern Bar Stool
Wade Logan®
There’s no need to stress about stains with this mid-century modern bar stool, as it’s covered with water and stain-resistant fabric upholstery. Choose between a mid-tone or dark gray fabric color on its solid wood frame with a circular chrome footrest. Plastic glides protect your floor from damage.
$182.99
$192.99
Cane and Linen Mid Century Modern Bar Stool
A fresh interpretation of the mid-century modern design style, this bar stool has the lines of the 1950s design style. These details contrast beautifully with its ebony nettle wood frame with light cane inlays and an off-white linen seat cushion. Available in bar or counter height.
Classic Mid Century Modern Bar Stools
Wade Logan®
With its height adjustable and seat swivel features, this mid-century modern bar stool gives you every comfort. This set of two stools features the classic design lines of its era with a scooped seat and back. Upholstered in premium PU black leather, the matte black pedestal base provides a striking contrast to the wood seat and back cushion.
$170
$375.99
Counter Height Mid Century Modern Bar Stools
George Oliver
While much of mid-century modern design uses a dark upholstery color, this height-adjustable bar stool lets you choose between black or cream upholstery. Both are surrounded by a solid walnut frame and sit on a chrome pedestal base with an unusual cross bar footrest.
$176.99
$340
This set of teak bar stools comes from the Hansen designing studio in Denmark, being actually a cool example of mid-century inspirations. Although contemporarily-made, each of the chairs embodies the retro spirit of 1960's.
Aesthetic mid-century industrial style barstools entirely finished in warm brown but thin metallic footrests. They have sleek angular tapered legs, non padded oval seats and triangle-like flared backs of teak wood.
Saddle Bar Counter Stools
This bar stool is an interesting product. It is functional, comfortable and decorative. This element improves the aesthetic and brings the elegance to the kitchen. It provides a good sitting area thanks to its size: 20.5"w x 20"d x 41"h.
Set of three leather swivel barstools maurice baily monteverde young
We found the set of three bar stools upholstered by the leather, and we decide to add them to our home bar. Now, it looks exclusive and inviting .
Brown Vujcich House / Bossley Architect’s
Modernize your kitchen zone with the mid century modern bar stools. They feature the red, simple seats and wooden base with footrest. They bring the strong color accent to any interior.
The luxurious swivel bar stool with the chartreuse backrest. The base was made of walnut. Each leg was designed in the curved shape. The whole will perfectly fit to the modern interior, especially loft houses.
Modern Windsor Counter Stool
These chairs add a classic, mid-century style into the kitchen or a home bar. They are made of solid wood and they have special foot rests for enhanced comfort. The level of relaxation was improved thanks to additional back rests.
A very solid, comfortable and stylish piece of furniture. It is a stool that represents a modern style in any home bar and kitchen island. The seat and backrest are upholstered with leather. It features brass finished accents.
Mid century style iron barstool, counter height 27" Eames bend wire style | $279
Aqua Bar Stools Trio on fab » These stools are AMAZING!
This contemporary set includes two modern and simple bar stools with glossy powder coated finish and metal construction. They fit perfectly to bright colors and simple white and black style and decor.
This kind of product is a stool that has got a very modern stylization. Its white sitting area matches any decor and assures comfort and relaxation. The frame is made of wood supported by steel elements.
Bar Stool (Set of 2)
Functional set of two classy bar stools. Each is made of sturdy wood in espresso finish to provide stable support, and profiled seat and back for your sitting comfort. Durable design that will last for years to come.
Straight from the mid-century, this functional bar with cutting board at the back, is going to make your job much simpler. It has a nice polish, and enough space for glasses and an ice bucket. It comes with 3 barstool with tubular metal frame and round turquoise seats.
Dream kitchen...love the natural wood look, concrete counter tops, and stainless steel appliances.
This characteristic, minimalist trend visible in the example of the presented,mid century modern bar stools - began to develop in the early 1930s and was a response to the rich ornaments. Both the backrest and the seat are made of very thin leather.
This kind of counter stool is an element that brings a classic mid century style into the kitchen island. It has got a durable wooden base with metal supportive elements. The chair measures 41.9" H x 21.4" W x 22" D.
Modern grey stool with wooden legs and black metal details. It is a simple, lightweight and modern chair. It combines comfortability with simplicity and nice look. Would fit ideal to a modern apartment.
Add a touch of color to any interior with this astonishing modern styled counter stool, upholstered with colorful wool patchwork. Wooden legs are reinforced with few metal black wires and features a ring, which can be use as a footrest.
A bar stool that provides comfort, solidity and support. It also looks very stylish in different interior decors. Its seat is soft and supported by curved backrest. This construction also includes a comfortable footrest.
Rustic Bar Stool + Counter Stool - modern - bar stools and counter stools - other metro - Rebekah Zaveloff
This kind of stool is a high quality sitting solution created for use in houses that prefer a modern style. The product has got a solid wooden base that assures stability. The overall size of this chair is 41.7" H x 24.6" W x 23.6" D.
Designed in modern style, this counter stool rests on a sturdy Ashwood base reinforced by a steel ring footrest and steel stretchers. The chair is beautifully shaped from durable black ABS, and is firmly attached to the angled legs.