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What is a backless stool called?

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What is a backless stool called?
A backless stool is sometimes called a tabouret. Although opinions differ regarding its origins, the name likely comes from the word tambor, which means drum. Many well-known designers have introduced their own takes on the classic tabouret, including Charlotte Perriand, Carl Hansen, Le Corbusier and Fritz Hansen. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of tabouret stools.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
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19th Century Pair Tuscan Renaissance Revival Ottoman Tabourets Stools
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th Century Pair Tuscan Renaissance Revival Ottoman Tabourets Stools This matching pair of 19th
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Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Stools

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Modern Twisted Rope Sculptural Tabouret Stool after AME Fournier, 21st Century
By A.M.E Fournier
Located in Troy, MI
19th Century Napoleon III tabouret stool by A.M.E. Fournier Twisted and knotted rope base in hand
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21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Stools

Materials

Linen, Beech

Le Tabouret Stool by Bosc Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Le Tabouret Stool by Bosc Design Dimensions: W 42 x D 42 x H 94 cm Materials: Wood. Black
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2010s French Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish White Tabouret Stool
Located in Round Top, TX
This petite Swedish stool or tabouret has a yoke shaped base with applied carved flower medallion
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Stools

Materials

Muslin, Wood, Paint

19th Century Swedish White Tabouret Stool
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely Swedish stool has a decorative carved skirt resting on turned and fluted legs. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Stools

Materials

Muslin, Wood, Paint

19th Century Swedish Antique Gustavian Tabouret-Stool
Located in New Orleans, LA
A charming 19th century Swedish footstool with simple neoclassical lines, tapered legs, and worn painted finish—offering a subtle elegance and utility rooted in Scandinavian craftsm...
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Stools

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

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