Sewing Stool

Faded stenciled lettering on the sides of some of the original furniture pieces from Chandigarh was often a good indication of the spaces they were designed for. The sewing stools in particular, have been seen with markings that read “Phy. Lab-63”, “PSA/CH/41”, or “C.C.I.”, among others, indicating that this low stool was used in places as varied as Punjab University’s physics lab, the Punjab Secretariat’s Administrative office and in some sections of the Capitol Complex. Originally designed as a stool that allowed for long hours of seated work, it could be neatly tucked under a worktable once its sitters were done for the day.

Because the furniture designed under Jeanneret was meant for public buildings with multiple uses, the simply designed pieces easily fit into a range of spaces. Phantom Hands’ re-edition of this stool carries all the nuances of the original—the broad wooden side panels for legs, the v-shaped dipped seat, and a low, solid wooden stretcher connecting the two side panels. The cushion—available in a curated selection of fabrics—was specially designed to align with the contours of the seat, and ensures comfort for extended sitting.