Industrial stool, dark brown wood, green metal, Germany, 1950s.
950 PLN
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This industrial tripod stool from 1950s Germany is an authentic example of mid-century utilitarian furniture, crafted from solid wood and steel. The base features three robust steel legs painted in a matte green shade, with areas of wear and flaking paint that expose the raw metal beneath, highlighting the stool’s industrial origins. The seat, formed from solid dark brown wood with a semi-matte finish, displays expressive grain, subtle reddish undertones, and fine natural scratches that signal genuine age and historic use. An inventory plate reads “T.H. Karlsruhe, Inst. f. Theor. Elektrotechnik u. Messtechnik,” confirming the piece’s provenance from the renowned German technical institute. A period-specific inventory number remains intact. The stool is structurally very good, with authentic signs of use consistent with its original laboratory function.The stool’s silhouette tells the story of postwar Europe: resolutely functional, stripped of ornament, as if every element was shaped solely for purpose. The wooden seat, marked by decades of service, anchors memories of technical breakthroughs and diligent research. The welded steel frame, with its visible construction and patinated paint, reveals an ethos in which material honesty and durability prevailed over decorative design. This object recalls the hum of measuring instruments, quiet conversations between students, and focused workstations—a physical testament to generations of engineers whose impact endures in each careful detail.This factory stool can become a focal accent in loft-style interiors or minimalist, contemporary living spaces. It may be paired with a reclaimed wood coffee table or technical lamp, serving as a secondary seat, footrest, or unconventional display surface
DIMENSION
Height48 cm
Depth43 cm
Width43 cm
Dimension details
Width43 cm
Height48 cm
Depth43 cm
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