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White Rattan Stool by Louis Sognot, France, 1960s

$1,000
£747.75
€873.32
CA$1,405
A$1,422.99
CHF 817.44
MX$17,255.60
NOK 9,482.16
SEK 9,651.75
DKK 6,529.02

About the Item

Designed by French designer Louis Sognot, a pioneering figure in mid-century French modernism, this exquisite rattan stool offers a refined, romantic take on natural material furniture. While rattan pieces are abundant in vintage design, Sognot’s distinctive structural approach sets this stool apart through its architectural geometry, intricate cross-bracing, and light-filled, airy silhouette. What truly elevates this creation is its subtle, off-white painted finish. Unlike standard raw cane furniture, the delicate white hue—softened over decades to reveal a gently distressed patina and warm organic undertones—imparts an effortless sense of quiet sophistication. The geometric interplay of the bent rattan legs provides robust stability while maintaining a visually weightless presence. Perfect as a versatile low seat, an accent side table, or a sculptural pedestal in a living room, bedroom, or entryway, the stool’s unique color tone and organic contours instantly soften surrounding architecture. By merging traditional craftsmanship with modern functionalism, Sognot transforms a humble utility item into a serene, poetry-filled statement piece, bringing warmth, tactility, and timeless French elegance into any contemporary interior context.
  • Creator:
    Louis Sognot (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 10.83 in (27.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Tokyo, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2614351367102

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