Stool - Walnut - Walnut stool

Rustic tripod milking stool – Solid walnut wood with a seat crafted from a log cross-section (slice) – 20th Century

Incredible and fascinating rustic three-legged stool (tripod), historically used as a milking stool or rustic working seat. This piece stands out for the extraordinary uniqueness of the seat, carved directly from a transversal section of a tree trunk (slice cut with natural edge or live edge), which beautifully highlights concentric growth rings, knots, and the natural cracks of the wood. Unlike the more primitive models with rough branches, this exemplar mounts three stable, turned legs with ring-work, creating a refined visual contrast between the artisanal geometry of the legs and the wholly organic shape of the top.

Perfect today as a unique interior accent piece (side coffee table, nightstand, or plant stand) for interiors in Brutalist, Wabi-Sabi, Rustic styles, or to create a focal point of contrast in a modern setting.

Details and Condition
Material: Solid walnut wood
Period: Mid-20th Century (approximately 1940-1960)
Country of origin: Italy / Central Europe
Style: Rustic, Brutalist, Primitive, Folk Art
Condition: Good vintage condition. Structurally solid and stable. It presents a beautiful natural patina from use and age, with surface signs, wear consistent with its age, and natural cracks that do not compromise stability but instead enhance its authentic charm. (Please view the photo gallery carefully for aesthetic details).

Dimensions: 32 x 28 x 25 cm