OW149F Colonial Footstool Carl Hansen & Søn

Timeless Elegance in Detail: The OW149F Colonial Stool by Carl Hansen & Søn

A touch of Danish design history for your home: The OW149F Colonial Stool by Ole Wanscher impresses with its simple and light appearance, enhancing any room. This stool is not only a perfect complement to the OW149 Colonial Chair but also a standalone masterpiece that stands out due to its excellent craftsmanship and handwoven bamboo seat. Whether as a practical footstool, additional seating, or decorative element – the Colonial Stool brings a touch of Scandinavian craftsmanship and timeless aesthetics into your home.

The filigree construction and the natural materials of the stool reflect Ole Wanscher's preference for refined details and functional elegance. The handwoven bamboo seat gives the stool an organic warmth and underscores the connection to nature, while the slender form language exudes modern lightness. The OW149F Colonial Stool is a versatile piece of furniture that adds a stylish enhancement to any living area, office, or lounge.

Technical Details

• Model: OW149F Colonial Stool by Carl Hansen & Søn
• Designer: Ole Wanscher
• Materials: Bamboo (handwoven), wooden frame
• Color: Natural bamboo and wood tones
• Design & Style: Simple, light, organic
• Usage: As a footstool, additional seating, or decorative element
• Dimensions: Width 60 cm x Depth 40 cm x Height 46 cm

The Colonial Series

The OW149F Colonial Stool is part of the renowned Colonial Series by Ole Wanscher, known for its timeless elegance and craftsmanship. This series also includes the iconic OW149 Colonial Chair and the OW449 Colonial Coffee Table. Each piece in the series is designed to be perfectly combined with the others to create a harmonious and stylish ambiance infused with Danish design spirit.

Designer: Ole Wanscher

Ole Wanscher (1903-1985) was a key figure in Danish furniture design and made a significant contribution to the development of the aesthetics and functionality of modern furniture. As a student of the design legend Kaare Klint, he influenced generations as a designer and later as a professor at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Wanscher's classic yet modern designs gained worldwide recognition. The Danish newspaper Politiken aptly wrote in 1958: "To own a Wanscher chair is an adventure every day, and it will be for several hundred years to come, for that is how long it lasts." His designs testify to a deep appreciation for material, form, and durability.