Ulm Stool attributed to Max Bill, 1950s

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The Ulm Stool may seem unassuming at first glance, yet its story is as fascinating as its minimalist design. Created … Read more The Ulm Stool may seem unassuming at first glance, yet its story is as fascinating as its minimalist design. Created by Max Bill, the first rector of the Ulm School of Design, in collaboration with Hans Gugelot and Paul Hildinger, and produced in the school’s own carpentry workshop with donated wood, the Ulm Stool is much more than just a piece of furniture. It stands as a symbol of the iconic Ulm School of Design (HfG) and its design philosophy. Originally designed for HfG students, the Ulm Stool has found countless uses today, not only as a seat but also as a side table, shelving element, transport container, serving tray, and more. Crafted from spruce wood (crossbar made of beech), the Ulm Stool offers a solid, durable construction. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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