Mid-Century French Ash Stool with Original Canvas Webbing, 1950s

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French Mid-Century Ash Stool with Original Canvas Webbing, 1950s — 3 Available A refined example of French mid-century craftsmanship, this … Read more French Mid-Century Ash Stool with Original Canvas Webbing, 1950s — 3 Available A refined example of French mid-century craftsmanship, this ash stool from the 1950s pairs minimalism with artisanal charm. Made from solid ash wood and retaining its original handwoven canvas webbing, the piece exemplifies the quiet functionality and natural elegance that define postwar French design. The stool stands on four gently tapered legs, subtly splayed for stability and balance. The frame showcases the warm, honeyed tones of aged ash, with visible grain patterns that add depth and character. The seat is tightly woven in a classic basket-weave pattern using natural canvas strapping, offering both durability and comfort. The original webbing has aged gracefully and remains in very good condition, with soft wear that enhances its authentic vintage appeal. with its modest scale and clean lines, this piece works well as an occasional stool, bedside seat, footrest, or even a low side table. Its light footprint makes it especially suited to interiors that favor honest materials and a relaxed, timeless aesthetic—be it rustic, modernist, Scandinavian, or wabi-sabi. Three stools are available, each with slight variation in wood tone and wear, as expected from individually handcrafted pieces of this age. Priced individually. Dimensions (each): Height: 43 cm Width: 47 cm Depth: 30 cm Seat Height: 43 cm Origin: France Date: 1950s Materials: Solid ash, original canvas webbing Condition: Good vintage condition with visible wear and patina to both frame and seat; structurally sound See less