Brazilian Mid-Century Three Legged Round Stool in Hardwood, Cimo - Lot 735

Cimo Móveis, Brazil, c. mid-20th century. This compact stool distils Brazilian mid-century practice into a single, pragmatic proposition: an economy of parts that yields a quietly architectural object. The composition is direct and purposeful — a solid, rounded top is supported on three gently curved legs whose sweep and spacing produce an inherently balanced, stable form.
Formally restrained, the piece depends on proportion and line. The rounded seat reads as a calm, horizontal plane while the slender, slightly splayed legs provide a poised verticality; a low, triangular connecting shelf both reinforces the structure and defines the stool’s distinctive profile. The relationship of top, shelf, and leg is deliberately composed so that the structural logic becomes the principal expressive device.
Crafted in solid hardwood, the stool presents a warm tone and visible grain that remain the primary decorative element. Execution is honest and workmanlike: shaped edges, careful joinery, and the integral lower shelf speak to practical craft rather than ornament. The wood displays a natural patina consistent with careful use; age-appropriate marks are present but confined to feet and discreet edges.
Function is integral to the design: compact and durable, the stool suits everyday seating or occasional use and reads equally well as an accent or small side surface. Condition: in excellent vintage condition with conservative stewardship evident; any restoration, if undertaken, has been discreet and sympathetic to the original construction.