This postmodern stool from the 1980s, originating from France, features a glossy red tubular steel frame with a distinctively curved backrest and angular legs, reflecting the late modernist and utilitarian laboratory aesthetic. The seat is crafted from plywood with a white, matte laminated surface, providing a visual contrast to the vivid, shiny red frame. Exposed plywood layers at the seat’s edge add a subtle artisanal touch. The construction is robust, with visible screw fixings attaching the seat and welded joints on the frame, emphasizing an industrial, functional character. The stool’s proportions are compact—total height 70 cm, width 45 cm, depth 55 cm, seat height 55 cm. The condition is described as very good, displaying minor signs of use such as light scuffs and scratches on the frame and seat, typical for school laboratory furniture. No major damage or repairs are present, and all parts appear original. This stool seems to narrate the story of the 1980s—a period when color and form boldly redefined the boundaries of strict functionalism. The red frame conjures the vibrancy and movement of French schools and laboratories, where practicality met contemporary aesthetics. Every detail—from the geometric backrest to the raw plywood edge—evokes the spirit of a decade when designers experimented with color and industrial materials, creating pieces that embodied both tool and statement. In interior arrangements, the stool can be paired with minimalist metal or wooden tables or contrasted with seating of different forms or hues to highlight its postmodern lineage. It works well in loft-style apartments or contemporary collector’s spaces, where its color can stand out against neutral walls or raw concrete surfaces. Consider combining it with 1980s graphic art or industrial lighting to emphasize its
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Height70 cm
Width55 cm
Length45 cm
Dimension details
Length45 cm
Height70 cm
Width55 cm
Weight10 kg
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