The MR Stool with Cane Rattan was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927. Influenced by Marcel Breuer’s and inspired by 19th-century iron rocking chairs, the MR Stool features a seamless tubular steel frame complemented by channel quilted leather cushions sectioned into a series of seamed panels.
The MR Stool is a footrest for the MR Lounge Chair, impromptu seating, or a soft table for books and magazines.
Shown in Tangeri Aniline Leather on Mirror Chromed Stainless Steel.
The Archetype Forms MR Stool: Padded is a faithful reproduction of the original Mies van der Rohe MR Stool.
The images shown are for illustrative purposes. Actual finishes, patterns, and details may vary slightly due to the nature of materials used and quality refinements. Colors and textures may appear differently across devices and screen settings.
Upholstery
Tangeri | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm$900.00 USD
This refined semi-aniline Italian hide features authentic grain patterns with natural variations that add artisanal character. Light pigmentation creates a subtle half-matte finish with gentle top gloss, while light finish-buffing enhances the fine, soft grain for a supple hand feel.
ORIGIN: European | Italy
TAN: Chrome
GRAIN TYPE: Full-Grain
HAND: Fine, Soft Touch
THICKNESS: 1.1 mm
DYE: Aniline Dyed Through
FINISH: Semi-aniline, Light Buff, Natural Grain
SURFACE: Light Pigment, Half-Matte, Slight Top Gloss
DIGITAL SWATCH: 2.5x2.5"
Leather
Tangeri | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Black | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
White | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Papiro | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Terracotta | Aniline Leather 1.3 mm
Sabbia | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Ceruleo | Aniline Leather 1.5 mm
Carminio | Aniline Leather 1.4 mm
Chenille
Midnight Weave | Chenille Micro Boucle
Auburn Hue | Chenille Micro Boucle
Boucle
Marshmallow White | Classic Boucle
Midnight Black | Classic Boucle
Velvet
Obsidian Black | Woven Velvet
Moon | Etched & Knitted Velvet
Golden Ochre | Woven Velvet
Cerise | Heavyweight Woven Velvet
Sueded Leather | Nubuck
Black | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.8 mm
Rich Sierra | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Coturno | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Marsala | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Carmine | Aniline Sueded Leather
Other Options
Wheat | Plain Weave
Valentino | Structured Woven
Chalk | Heavyweight Structured Woven
Premium 30µm multilayer chrome plating (2-4x thicker than industry standard) on 304 stainless steel. This finish delivers the highest-shine, most reflective finish available. Regular cleaning with soft cloth and occasional polishing maintains the pristine mirror-like appearance.
BASE: 304 Stainless Steel
FINISH: Multi-Layer 30µm Nickel-Chrome
APPEARANCE: Mirror like; Brightest reflectivity
CARE: Med-high; regular cleaning; chrome polish for extra shine; avoid hard impact or abrasive materials
Mirror Chrome Plating
Satin Chrome Plating
White | Powder Coat
Black | Powder Coat
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Product Information
Product Details
MR Stool Padded
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe once remarked, “It is better to be good than to be original,” reflecting his belief in building on existing ideas to achieve excellence. The MR Stool demonstrates this philosophy, drawing on Marcel Breuer’s pioneering use of tubular steel and the flowing curves of 19th-century iron rocking chairs.
The original MR Stool has been recognized with the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Award in 1977 and the prestigious Design Centre Stuttgart Award in 1978.
Shop the MR Stool: Cane Rattan, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe, online in Canada and the USA. Bring the history of Bauhaus Design and International Style into your space.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was a German-American architect and designer who profoundly shaped modern architecture and furniture design. He began his career in Berlin before emigrating to the United States in 1937. Van der Rohe''s minimalist aesthetic is epitomized by his motto "less is more." His iconic Barcelona Chair and Ottoman (1929) were designed with Lilly Reich for welcoming the Spanish King and Queen to the German Pavilion at the Barcelona International Exhibition. His Barcelona Daybed (1930) and MR Chair series (1927) further showcase his mastery of minimalist form with organic and industrial materials. Mies's architectural achievements include the Seagram Building in New York and the Farnsworth House . His work is characterized by clean lines, detailed craftsmanship, and innovative use of industrial materials.
Construction
Upholstery: Custom Premium Hide or Fabric Selection from Archetype Forms
Structure: Tubular Steel Frame in Polished, Chromed or Other Premium Treated, Painted or Powder-Coated Option from Archetype Forms
Support: Custom Natural Belting Hide or Other Premium Selection from Archetype Forms
Padding: High-Density Polyurethane Foam
Reproduction
The Archetype Forms MR Stool: Padded is a faithful reproduction of the original Mies van der Rohe MR Stool. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was a German-American architect and designer who profoundly shaped modern architecture and furniture design. He began his career in Berlin before emigrating to the United States in 1937. Van der Rohe''s minimalist aesthetic is epitomized by his motto "less is more." His iconic Barcelona Chair and Ottoman (1929) were designed with Lilly Reich for welcoming the Spanish King and Queen to the German Pavilion at the Barcelona International Exhibition. His Barcelona Daybed (1930) and MR Chair series (1927) further showcase his mastery of minimalist form with organic and industrial materials. Mies's architectural achievements include the Seagram Building in New York and the Farnsworth House . His work is characterized by clean lines, detailed craftsmanship, and innovative use of industrial materials.
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