Vintage Arthur Umanoff Style Slatted Wood & Iron Stool Ottoman – Rare Backless Form, 1950s

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Elevate your space with this stunning Mid-Century Modern stool designed by the legendary Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard and retailed … Read more Elevate your space with this stunning Mid-Century Modern stool designed by the legendary Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard and retailed by Raymor. This true ottoman version is a standout piece, offering a clean, sculptural silhouette that works perfectly as an accent seat, footstool, or even a small architectural side table.
The design captures the 1950s atomic aesthetic with its splayed iron legs and signature slatted wood seat. Whether placed in a minimalist high-rise or a rustic mountain lodge, this versatile piece adds instant modernist character.
Unlike flat industrial stools, this piece features a subtly contoured, concave seat. Each of the individual birch slats is precision-tapered and set at a slight angle, creating an ergonomic 'cradle' that follows the natural curve of the body. This thoughtful shaping provides unexpected comfort and support, whether used as an occasional perch or a dedicated footrest. The slight 'fan' of the slats also adds a sense of kinetic visual movement, making it as much a piece of sculpture as it is a functional seat. See less