What is the most comfortable bar stool?

The most comfortable bar stool is a matter of preference. There are many different types of bar stools for your house, and many different comfy versions have been developed over time. To select the best one, we suggest thinking about height, weight, design and fabric so you can find the best set for your preferences and budget. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary bar stools from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the height of a bar stool?

The height of a bar stool is typically around 28 to 38 inches tall. This is because bar tops are usually around 40 to 42 inches high, so bar stools need to be under this height in order to provide ample leg room.

Why is it called a bar stool?

Why it is called a bar stool has to do with where you typically place this type of furniture. Usually featuring seat heights of 28 to 33 inches, these chairs situate a user at a comfortable level to eat and drink at a bar, whether in a home or in a restaurant. Bar stools are taller than seating intended for use at kitchen counters, known as counter stools, which usually have a seat height of 24 to 27 inches. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of counter stools.

Are bar stools taller than counter stools?

Yes, bar stools are taller than counter stools. The average height of counter stools is 24 inches, and they are best suited for counter height tables and kitchen islands. Barstools are typically an additional five to six inches taller to fit the height of traditional bar counters. Shop a wide selection of bar stools and counter-height stools on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between bar stools and counter stools?

The difference between bar stools and counter stools comes down to height. Bar stools are usually between 28 and 32 inches tall to provide comfortable seating at bars and bar-height tables. To pair with kitchen counters and counter-height tables, counter stools are normally 24 to 27 inches tall. Find a large collection of dining stools on 1stDibs.

Are saddle bar stools comfortable?

Whether saddle bar stools are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, some people find the curved seats featured on these stools supportive because they conform to the body's contours. Find a variety of saddle bar stools on 1stDibs.

What are the two bar stool heights?

A standard bar stool will sit around 29 to 32 inches high, and extra-tall bar stools will sit around 33 to 36 inches high. To ensure the best fit for your space, measure the height of the bar or table you want to accent. Shop a wide selection of bar stools on 1stDibs.

How tall should counter and bar stools be?

Since counters are generally 34 to 39 inches high, counter stools should be 24 to 27 inches tall; bars are 40 to 46 inches from the ground, so bar stools typically stand 30 to 36 inches tall.

What are counter height bar stools?

Counter height bar stools are stools that typically have a seat around 24 inches to 27 inches high and are designed to provide seating along a bar or at counter height tables. On 1stDibs, find an array of counter height bar stools from top sellers.

What is the best wood for bar stools?

The best wood for bar stools is largely a matter of personal preference. Walnut, oak, cherry and birch are commonly used materials. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bar stools from some of the world's top sellers.

Are rattan bar stools comfortable?

The comfort of a rattan bar stool is really a matter of preference. Some styles are crafted with a back or cushion for additional comfort, while some may support the addition of a cushioned seat. On 1stDivs, find a range of rattan bar stool styles to suit any preference.

How do I identify Marcel Breuer bar stools?

To identify Marcel Breuer bar stools, start by examining the frame. Genuine models will usually feature smooth, welded ends. Most reproductions have end caps instead. You can also look for a sticker that bears the model name on the underside of the seat. On 1stDibs, find a range of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer bar stools.

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ML 42 Oak and Copper Bar Stool by Lassen

$2,569 / item

ML 42 Oak and Copper Bar Stool by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

ML 42 Oak and copper bar stool by Lassen Dimensions: H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm Materials: Oak, Copper In 1942 Mogens Lassen designed the Stool ML42 as a piece for a furniture exhibiti...

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Copper

ML 42 Black Beech and Copper Bar Stool by Lassen

$1,796 / item

ML 42 Black Beech and Copper Bar Stool by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

ML 42 Black Beech and Copper Bar Stool by Lassen. Dimensions: H: 81 x W: 55,5 x D: 35 cm.

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ML 42 Brown Oak and Copper Bar Stool by Lassen

$2,569 / item

ML 42 Brown Oak and Copper Bar Stool by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

ML 42 Brown oak and copper bar stool by Lassen Dimensions: H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm Materials: oak, brass In 1942 Mogens Lassen designed the Stool ML42 as a piece for a furniture exh...

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2010s Danish Modern Stools

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Tappo Copper Bar Stool by NOOII

$3,890 / item

Tappo Copper Bar Stool by NOOII

By Zanetto

Located in Milan, IT

Made of copper with a brushed finish, this stunning stool is a sculptural work of art reminiscent of a champagne cork. Supported by a metal structure, it features a soft and comforta...

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2010s Italian Stools

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Copper, Metal

Set of 4 ML 42 Oak and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

$10,242 / set

Set of 4 ML 42 Oak and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 4 ML 42 oak and copper bar stools by Lassen Dimensions: H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm Materials: oak, copper In 1942 Mogens Lassen designed the Stool ML42 as a piece for a furnitur...

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2010s Danish Modern Stools

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Copper

Set of 2 ML 42 Oak and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

$5,126 / set

Set of 2 ML 42 Oak and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2 ML 42 oak and copper bar stools by Lassen Dimensions: H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm Materials: oak, copper In 1942 Mogens Lassen designed the stool ML42 as a piece for a furnitur...

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2010s Danish Modern Stools

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Set of 4 ML 42 Black Beech and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

$7,116 / set

Set of 4 ML 42 Black Beech and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 4 ML 42 black beech and copper bar stools by Lassen Dimensions: H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm.

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Set of 2 ML 42 Black Beech and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

$3,569 / set

Set of 2 ML 42 Black Beech and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2 ML 42 black beech and copper bar stools by Lassen. Dimensions : H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm.

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2010s Danish Modern Stools

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Copper

Set of 4 ML 42 Brown Oak and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

$10,242 / set

Set of 4 ML 42 Brown Oak and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 4 ML 42 brown oak and copper bar stools by Lassen Dimensions: H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm.

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2010s Danish Modern Stools

Materials

Copper

Set of 2 ML 42 Brown Oak and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

$5,126 / set

Set of 2 ML 42 Brown Oak and Copper Bar Stools by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2 ML 42 brown oak and copper bar stools by Lassen Dimensions: H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm Materials: oak, brass In 1942 Mogens Lassen designed the Stool ML42 as a piece for a fur...

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2010s Danish Modern Stools

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Copper

Roberts Bar Stool Maple Rose Copper

$546 / item

Roberts Bar Stool Maple Rose Copper

Located in Cincinnati, US

This sleek stool has a thin carved wooden seat that rests on a steel tubing base. The elegant seat is curved for seamless comfort while displaying a stunning intersecting diagonal ac...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Steel

Roberts Bar Stool with Inlay Maple Rose Copper

$546 / item

Roberts Bar Stool with Inlay Maple Rose Copper

Located in Cincinnati, US

This sleek stool has a thin carved wooden seat that rests on a steel tubing base. The elegant seat is curved for seamless comfort while displaying a stunning intersecting diagonal ac...

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Black and Copper Metal Bar Stool with Custom Hand-Painted Upholstery

$920 / item

Black and Copper Metal Bar Stool with Custom Hand-Painted Upholstery

By Chris Earl

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Powder coated metal stool featuring true copper or brass support rod. Made in Los Angeles, California. Stool shown in Black powder coated metal, with true copper support rod, and cu...

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Roberts Bar Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut Rose Copper

$546 / item

Roberts Bar Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut Rose Copper

Located in Cincinnati, US

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ClassiCon Triton Bar Stool by Clemens Weisshaar, Copper & Caramel Leather

$1,494 / item

ClassiCon Triton Bar Stool by Clemens Weisshaar, Copper & Caramel Leather

By Clemens Weisshaar

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Materials: Frame: Tubular steel with copper finish Seat: Polyurethane, covered in Bend leather, Caramel Gliders: Plastic gliders, black Feature: Integrated bag hook in frame colour ...

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Steel

Contemporary American White Oak Yellow Mistral Bar Stool with Copper Legs

$3,700 / item

Contemporary American White Oak Yellow Mistral Bar Stool with Copper Legs

By Merve Kahraman

Located in Istanbul, TR

Mistral bar stool is designed to bring fresh, modern, natural style to its environment.

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Set of Four Swivel Stools, Copper-Plated Metal with Oxblood Leather, American

$3,495 / set

Set of Four Swivel Stools, Copper-Plated Metal with Oxblood Leather, American

Located in Palm Desert, CA

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Located in High Point, NC

Most certainly artisan or studio made. Each stool handcrafted using overlapping copper sections. Extraordinary amount of detail and handwork is found in this set of four stools. Orig...

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PALECEK Faux Bamboo Bar Height Barstools - Pair C

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H 42 in W 20 in D 21.5 in

PALECEK Faux Bamboo Bar Height Barstools - Pair C

By Palecek Furniture

Located in Charlotte, NC

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PALECEK Faux Bamboo Bar Height Barstools - Pair A

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H 42 in W 20 in D 21.5 in

PALECEK Faux Bamboo Bar Height Barstools - Pair A

By Palecek Furniture

Located in Charlotte, NC

A pair of bar height barstools in a Contemporary style by Palecek. Faux bamboo, woven rattan backs & wrapping, blue corduroy fabric upholstered seats and tubular copper footrest. Mad...

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Stylish Bar Stools

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Stylish Bar Stools

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of stylish patinated copper and chrome bar stools, newly upholstered in white leather.

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Vintage 1970s American Stools

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Brutalist bar stools, 1960s - set of 4

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Brutalist bar stools, 1960s - set of 4

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Beautiful hand made brutalist bar stools with hammered copper footrests. Good original condition.

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Vintage 1960s German Brutalist Stools

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H 30 in W 15.25 in D 17 in

4 Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Bar Stools

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A pretty set of 4 Charles Hollis Jones Lucite and brass bar stools with copper colored leather seats. The seats swivel.

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20th Century American Stools

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Maison Jansen Rose Metal Bar Set

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H 47.25 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in

Maison Jansen Rose Metal Bar Set

By Maison Jansen

Located in Antwerp, BE

Unique red copper coloured bar set. Consists of three bar elements and four matching stools.

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Vintage 1970s French Modern Stools

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Copper

Maison Jansen Rose Metal Bar Set

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H 47.25 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in

Maison Jansen Rose Metal Bar Set

By Maison Jansen

Located in Antwerp, BE

Unique red copper colored bar set. Consists of three bar elements and four matching stools.

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Vintage 1970s French Modern Stools

Materials

Copper

Set of Four Early 20th Century Copper Bar Stools from an Italian Ocean Liner

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H 27.17 in Dm 12.6 in

Set of Four Early 20th Century Copper Bar Stools from an Italian Ocean Liner

Located in London, Fitzrovia

A rare and very unusual set of four bar stools with copper bases and orange yellow velours seats.

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20th Century Italian Streamlined Moderne Stools

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Copper

Pair of Bar Stools by Verner Panton

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H 32.5 in Dm 13 in

Pair of Bar Stools by Verner Panton

By Verner Panton

Located in Littleton, CO

A beautiful and intriguing pair of rare bar stools by Verner Panton. A comfortable grey/taupe upholstered seat sits atop a black enameled iron base with a copper footrest.

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Vintage bar stools by Belgochrom, 1970s

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H 31.89 in W 13.78 in D 14.97 in

Vintage bar stools by Belgochrom, 1970s

By belgochrom

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Beautiful brushed steel/copper coloured bar stools by Belgochrom with black alcantara seats.

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Set of Six Caned Seat and Wood Back Bar Stools

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H 38 in W 15.35 in D 15.5 in

Set of Six Caned Seat and Wood Back Bar Stools

Located in Miami, FL

A set of six 1940s Italian-made round bar-height stools Each stool has four rounded saber legs and reinforcements support below the seat, also, one copper foot level ring respective...

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19th Century French Carved Oak and Brown Leather Bar Stools, Set of Three

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H 40 in W 18.5 in D 16.5 in

19th Century French Carved Oak and Brown Leather Bar Stools, Set of Three

Located in Dallas, TX

Add a Gothic look to your bar or kitchen counter with this elegant set of antique stools.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Stools

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Pair of Red Ilmari Tapiovaara Caribe Bar Stools For ICF New York, Finland 1960s

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H 32.68 in W 18.51 in D 19.3 in

Pair of Red Ilmari Tapiovaara Caribe Bar Stools For ICF New York, Finland 1960s

By Ilmari Tapiovaara, ICF New York

Located in Helsinki, FI

A rare pair of gorgeously patinated bar / high stools in red faux leather from the 1960s for the ICF in New York.

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Stools

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French Louis XV Style Bar Counter and Pair of Cane Swivel Bar Stool Chairs

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H 42.75 in W 84 in D 26 in

French Louis XV Style Bar Counter and Pair of Cane Swivel Bar Stool Chairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage, custom quality, Louis XV / French country style parquetry top bar with pair of caned back swivel stools. The large and impressive bar features an inlaid herringbone parquetr...

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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Dry Bars

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Brass, Copper

Bronze and Copper Bar Stools from the 1940's-50's

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H 31 in Dm 16 in

Bronze and Copper Bar Stools from the 1940's-50's

Located in Hudson, NY

Sturdy bronze, copper and wood bar stools with swivel tops and heavy base.

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Vintage 1940s American Stools

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Bronze, Copper

Copper Colored Metal And Black Velvet Seat Bar Stool / Counter Stool

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H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 13.78 in

Copper Colored Metal And Black Velvet Seat Bar Stool / Counter Stool

Located in Tourcoing, FR

Copper colored metal and black velvet seat bar stool / counter stool.

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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Stools

Materials

Metal

Pennies From Heaven Bar Stools

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H 29.5 in Dm 12 in

Pennies From Heaven Bar Stools

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A handsome pair of vintage stools with beautifully braided wrought-iron detailing. The seats have been covered in a dazzling mosaic of copper pennies, then sealed in for functionalit...

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Dominique and Jules Leleu - 5 Bar Stools

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H 32 in W 13 in D 13 in

Dominique and Jules Leleu - 5 Bar Stools

Located in Hudson, NY

Brown leather upholstery, pine and copper stretcher stools.
One of the rare examples of Dominique and Leleu cooperation.

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Copper

PALACEK Faux Bamboo Bar Height Barstools - Pair B

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H 42 in W 20 in D 21.5 in

PALACEK Faux Bamboo Bar Height Barstools - Pair B

Located in Charlotte, NC

A pair of bar height barstools in a Contemporary style by Palacek. Faux bamboo, woven rattan backs & wrapping, blue corduroy fabric upholstered seats and tubular copper footrest. Mad...

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Liam Bar Stool: Modern Beech Wood, Brass & Fabric Design

$2,975

H 29.5 in Dm 13.9 in

Liam Bar Stool: Modern Beech Wood, Brass & Fabric Design

Located in Westport, CT

The Liam Bar Stool offers a chic modern interpretation of classic minimalist seating, featuring a carved solid beechwood post with brass contemporary accents. The high end design and...

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2010s Modern Stools

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Nico Bar Stool, Handcrafted Brass with Upholstered Seat, Modern Design

$3,275

H 30 in Dm 14 in

Nico Bar Stool, Handcrafted Brass with Upholstered Seat, Modern Design

Located in Westport, CT

The Nico Bar Stool is a refined bar or counter stool handcrafted in plated brass. The upholstered seat provides comfort while maintaining a clean, architectural silhouette. The desi...

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2010s Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Mattea Bar Stool, Handcrafted Brass , Modern Design

$3,200

H 42 in W 22 in D 20 in

Mattea Bar Stool, Handcrafted Brass , Modern Design

Located in Westport, CT

The Mattea Bar Stool is a refined bar or counter stool handcrafted in plated brass. The upholstered seat provides comfort while maintaining a clean, architectural silhouette. The de...

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2010s Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Plopp Stool 'Standard' by Zieta Prozessdesign, Copper Version

$2,330 / item

H 19.69 in Dm 13.78 in

Contemporary Plopp Stool 'Standard' by Zieta Prozessdesign, Copper Version

By Zieta

Located in Paris, IDF

"Plopp" stool by Zieta, copper version Limited edition of 300 pieces Model standard Measure: 50 cm high, 35 cm diameter “Plopp” stool copper version is a stool designed b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Industrial Stools

Materials

Copper

Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Maple Black

$483 / item

H 24 in W 17 in D 9 in

Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Maple Black

Located in Cincinnati, US

This sleek stool has a thin carved wooden seat that rests on a steel tubing base. The elegant seat is curved for seamless comfort while displaying a stunning intersecting diagonal ac...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools

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Steel

Contemporary Antique Copper Li Design Tripod Drumstool by Robert Kuo

$2,400 / item

H 16.5 in Dm 17 in

Contemporary Antique Copper Li Design Tripod Drumstool by Robert Kuo

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Li Design Tripod drumstool Antique Copper Hand Repoussé Contemporary Limited Edition Repoussé is the traditional art of hand-hammering decorative relief onto sheet metal. The ...

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2010s Modern Stools

Materials

Copper

Bellagio Bar Stool by Libero Rutilo

$2,410 / item

H 34.65 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in

Bellagio Bar Stool by Libero Rutilo

By Morelato

Located in Milan, IT

This polished bar stool in ash combines a modern aesthetic with high comfort, provided by its plush padded seat. Showcasing a harmonious silhouette, this exclusive stool stands on fo...

Category

2010s Italian Stools

Materials

Wood

Lava Barstool in Rose Gold, Leather and Bronze by Gulla Jónsdóttir

$11,200

H 32 in W 16 in D 18.5 in

Lava Barstool in Rose Gold, Leather and Bronze by Gulla Jónsdóttir

By Gulla Jonsdottir

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Gulla Jónsdóttir Lava Barstool, 2015 Polished rose gold finish on steel, oil rubbed bronze finish on steel, perforated leather 18.5 x 16 x 32 in Edition of 25 Gulla Jónsdóttir creat...

Category

2010s Stools

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Gold, Bronze

Icon Bar Stool by Phase Design

$2,966 / item

H 29.02 in Dm 15.99 in

Icon Bar Stool by Phase Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Icon Bar Stool by Phase Design Dimensions: Ø 40.6 H 73,7 cm. SH: 73,7 cm. Materials: Leather, powder-coated metal and brushed brass. Fabric price not included. Solid steel and bras...

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Metal, Brass

Dominique Copper Clemenceau Stool, France 1940's

$18,000

H 12 in Dm 20 in

Dominique Copper Clemenceau Stool, France 1940's

By Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique

Located in New York, NY

Adjustable stool by Domin & Genievre for the Clemenceau warship. A rare copper version of the famous stool.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Copper

Sesto Senso Bar Stool by Cipriani

$3,359 / item

H 37 in W 19 in D 19 in

Sesto Senso Bar Stool by Cipriani

By Cipriani

Located in Boston, MA

Barstool with lacquered legs and metal feet by Cipriani. Leather upholstery CAT. A More colors and fabrics available per request. Dimensions: cm 58 x 54 x H 92 In 20 x 19 x 37 H.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Leather

ML 42 Brown Oak and Brass Bar Stool by Lassen

$2,614 / item

H 30.32 in Dm 14.18 in

ML 42 Brown Oak and Brass Bar Stool by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

ML 42 Brown oak and brass bar stool by Lassen Dimensions: H 77 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm Materials: oak,brass In 1942 Mogens Lassen designed the Stool ML42 as a piece for a furniture exhib...

Category

2010s Danish Modern Stools

Materials

Brass

High Leather Giron Bar Stool by Sol Y Luna

$1,000 / item

H 39.5 in W 18.75 in D 20 in

High Leather Giron Bar Stool by Sol Y Luna

By Sol Y Luna

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Coming from Madrid, Spain Sol y Luna is internationally known for their luxurious crafted leather items. Working with only the highest quality vachetta (saddle type) leather, their p...

Category

2010s Spanish Stools

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 ML 42 Brown Oak and Copper Counter Stools by Lassen

$9,810 / set

H 27.17 in Dm 14.18 in

Set of 4 ML 42 Brown Oak and Copper Counter Stools by Lassen

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 4 ML 42 brown oak and copper counter stools by Lassen Dimensions: H 69 x W 36 x L 55.5 cm Materials: oak, copper In 1942 Mogens Lassen designed the Stool ML42 as a piece for ...

Category

2010s Danish Modern Stools

Materials

Copper

Mocca September Bar Stool by Oxdenmarq

$761 / item

H 36.62 in W 16.54 in D 14.97 in

Mocca September Bar Stool by Oxdenmarq

Located in Geneve, CH

Mocca September Bar Stool by OxDenmarq Dimensions: D 38 x W 42 x H 93 cm Materials: leather, black powder coated steel Also available: different colors available. Ox Denmarq is...

Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut Rose Copper

$483 / item

H 24 in W 17 in D 9 in

Roberts Counter Stool with Wood Inlay Walnut Rose Copper

Located in Cincinnati, US

This sleek stool has a thin carved wooden seat that rests on a steel tubing base. The elegant seat is curved for seamless comfort while displaying a stunning intersecting diagonal ac...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Stools

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Steel

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$750

H 2 in W 4.75 in D 4 in

Vintage Piero Fornasetti "Caduceus" Lithograph Gilt Porcelain Green Ashtray

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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$527Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 4.14 in W 2.56 in D 4.14 in

Set of 12 Handmade Unique Goto Murano Drinking Glasses

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The Murano Glass Goto collection brings a piece of authentic Italian art to your dining table. Hand-blown with artistic expertise, these glasses are inspired by the traditional Venet...

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Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 3 Parts in 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat for Verpan

$20,357

H 31.5 in W 157.49 in D 59.06 in

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Brass Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s, Germany

$2,387

H 47.25 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in

Brass Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s, Germany

By Florian Schulz

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Brass Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Florian Schulz, 1970s, Germany Lampshades is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use wi...

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$2,800

H 33.47 in W 14.57 in D 15.75 in

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By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Antwerp, BE

Bar stool designed by Charlotte Perriand for the renowned Les Arcs Ski Resort in France during the 1960s. The stool features a chrome-plated tubular metal frame and a seat crafted fr...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome

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$15,950 / item

H 15 in Dm 42 in

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Aluminum, Brass

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$11,058 / item

H 30 in W 31 in D 31 in

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By Sebastian Herkner

Located in New York, NY

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Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Mid-Century Italian Brass and Wood Bar Stools, Gio Ponti Style

$2,841 / set

H 29.93 in Dm 15.75 in

Mid-Century Italian Brass and Wood Bar Stools, Gio Ponti Style

By Gio Ponti

Located in Argelato, BO

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Materials

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$25,400Sale Price|27% Off

H 56.5 in W 47.25 in D 33.25 in

'Pompeiana' Corner Cabinet by Piero Fornasetti, Italy, 2 of 2 in 1988, Signed

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Nube Italia Tender Sofa in Orange Upholstery by Carlo Colombo

$8,957 / item

H 31.5 in W 125.99 in D 78.75 in

Nube Italia Tender Sofa in Orange Upholstery by Carlo Colombo

By Carlo Colombo, Nube Italia

Located in New York, NY

Metal frame with braided elastic belts and internal multi-layered wood backrest. Seat cushions in feather and shape retaining polyurethane foam, covered in Nortek cotton. Backrest cu...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

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Modern Saara Nesting Travertine Coffee Table, Set/2, Handmade by Greenapple

$19,665 / set

H 14.97 in W 68.9 in D 38.98 in

Modern Saara Nesting Travertine Coffee Table, Set/2, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Modern Saara Nesting Coffee Table Set/2, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Saara nesting coffee table is a tribute to Africa’s scenic beau...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Limestone, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Onyx, Brass, Sta...

Circus Side Table by Matteo Cibic

$3,410 / item

H 19.69 in Dm 27.37 in

Circus Side Table by Matteo Cibic

By Scarlet Splendour, Matteo Cibic

Located in Kolkata, IN

The Circus Black and White Side Table by Matteo Cibic is a gorgeous versatile small round table, available in a range of patterns. The size and colours can be customised according to...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Arkhe No 4 Coffee Table Travertine, Modern Sculptural Round by Fulden Topaloglu

$5,380 / item

H 13.78 in W 40.16 in D 40.16 in

Arkhe No 4 Coffee Table Travertine, Modern Sculptural Round by Fulden Topaloglu

By Studio Kali, Fulden Topaloglu

Located in Istanbul, TR

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Shagreen Side Table with Sculptural Bronze Patina Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

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Materials

Brass

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$6,800 / item

H 30 in Dm 60 in

ISLAND Dining Table - 60”Ø - Travertine Stone, Round, Stain Resistant, Modern

Located in St Petersburg, US

'Island' Round Dining Table in Beige Travertine Stone Island dining table showcases the refined simplicity and subtle elegance characteristic of Italian minimalist style. Constructed...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine

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Copper Bar Stools For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of copper bar stools available for sale. Frequently made of metal, copper and fabric, all copper bar stools available were constructed with great care. We have 8 antique and vintage copper bar stools in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. Copper bar stools have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Copper bar stools are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small copper bar stools measuring 13.78 inches across. Many copper bar stools are appealing in their simplicity, but Maison Jansen, Bend Goods and Chris Earl produced popular copper bar stools that are worth a look.

How Much are Copper Bar Stools?

Prices for copper bar stools start at $610 and top out at $10,400 with the average selling for $3,188.

Finding the Right Stools for You

Stools are versatile and a necessary addition to any living room, kitchen area or elsewhere in your home. A sofa or reliable lounge chair might nab all the credit, comfort-wise, but don’t discount the roles that good antique, new and vintage stools can play.

“Stools are jewels and statements in a space, and they can also be investment pieces,” says New York City designer Amy Lau, who adds that these seats provide an excellent choice for setting an interior’s general tone.

Stools, which are among the oldest forms of wooden furnishings, may also serve as decorative pieces, even if we’re talking about a stool that is far less sculptural than the gracefully curving molded plywood shells that make up Sōri Yanagi’s provocative Butterfly stool.

Fawn Galli, a New York interior designer, uses her stools in the same way you would use a throw pillow. “I normally buy several styles and move them around the home where needed,” she says.

Stools are smaller pieces of seating as compared to armchairs or dining chairs and can add depth as well as functionality to a space that you’ve set aside for entertaining. For a splash of color, consider the Stool 60, a pioneering work of bentwood by Finnish architect and furniture maker Alvar Aalto. It’s manufactured by Artek and comes in a variety of colored seats and finishes.

Barstools that date back to the 1970s are now more ubiquitous in kitchens. Vintage barstools have seen renewed interest, be they a meld of chrome and leather or transparent plastic, such as the Lucite and stainless-steel counter stool variety from Indiana-born furniture designer Charles Hollis Jones, who is renowned for his acrylic works. A cluster of barstools — perhaps a set of four brushed-aluminum counter stools by Emeco or Tubby Tube stools by Faye Toogood — can encourage merriment in the kitchen. If you’ve got the room for family and friends to congregate and enjoy cocktails where the cooking is done, consider matching your stools with a tall table.

Whether you need counter stools, drafting stools or another kind, explore an extensive range of antique, new and vintage stools on 1stDibs.

Questions About Copper Bar Stools

What is the most comfortable bar stool?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
The most comfortable bar stool is a matter of preference. There are many different types of bar stools for your house, and many different comfy versions have been developed over time. To select the best one, we suggest thinking about height, weight, design and fabric so you can find the best set for your preferences and budget. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary bar stools from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the height of a bar stool?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The height of a bar stool is typically around 28 to 38 inches tall. This is because bar tops are usually around 40 to 42 inches high, so bar stools need to be under this height in order to provide ample leg room.
Why is it called a bar stool?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Why it is called a bar stool has to do with where you typically place this type of furniture. Usually featuring seat heights of 28 to 33 inches, these chairs situate a user at a comfortable level to eat and drink at a bar, whether in a home or in a restaurant. Bar stools are taller than seating intended for use at kitchen counters, known as counter stools, which usually have a seat height of 24 to 27 inches. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of counter stools.
Are bar stools taller than counter stools?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, bar stools are taller than counter stools. The average height of counter stools is 24 inches, and they are best suited for counter height tables and kitchen islands. Barstools are typically an additional five to six inches taller to fit the height of traditional bar counters. Shop a wide selection of bar stools and counter-height stools on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between bar stools and counter stools?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
The difference between bar stools and counter stools comes down to height. Bar stools are usually between 28 and 32 inches tall to provide comfortable seating at bars and bar-height tables. To pair with kitchen counters and counter-height tables, counter stools are normally 24 to 27 inches tall. Find a large collection of dining stools on 1stDibs.
Are saddle bar stools comfortable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2023
Whether saddle bar stools are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, some people find the curved seats featured on these stools supportive because they conform to the body's contours. Find a variety of saddle bar stools on 1stDibs.
What are the two bar stool heights?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A standard bar stool will sit around 29 to 32 inches high, and extra-tall bar stools will sit around 33 to 36 inches high. To ensure the best fit for your space, measure the height of the bar or table you want to accent. Shop a wide selection of bar stools on 1stDibs.
How tall should counter and bar stools be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Since counters are generally 34 to 39 inches high, counter stools should be 24 to 27 inches tall; bars are 40 to 46 inches from the ground, so bar stools typically stand 30 to 36 inches tall.
What are counter height bar stools?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Counter height bar stools are stools that typically have a seat around 24 inches to 27 inches high and are designed to provide seating along a bar or at counter height tables. On 1stDibs, find an array of counter height bar stools from top sellers.
What is the best wood for bar stools?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The best wood for bar stools is largely a matter of personal preference. Walnut, oak, cherry and birch are commonly used materials. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bar stools from some of the world's top sellers.
Are rattan bar stools comfortable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The comfort of a rattan bar stool is really a matter of preference. Some styles are crafted with a back or cushion for additional comfort, while some may support the addition of a cushioned seat. On 1stDivs, find a range of rattan bar stool styles to suit any preference.
How do I identify Marcel Breuer bar stools?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To identify Marcel Breuer bar stools, start by examining the frame. Genuine models will usually feature smooth, welded ends. Most reproductions have end caps instead. You can also look for a sticker that bears the model name on the underside of the seat. On 1stDibs, find a range of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer bar stools.

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