Vintage Hand-Painted Swivel Drafting Stool – “Smile” Seat

Description :
A vintage wooden swivel stool featuring a playful hand-painted seat with a smiling face and the word “SMILE.” The seat and backrest are constructed from wood with a slatted back design, mounted on a sturdy metal industrial swivel base with a circular footrest. The yellow and orange paint scheme shows visible wear and chipping, revealing layers of age and character that suggest long use in a creative studio, classroom, or workshop setting. The adjustable swivel base and durable metal legs reflect functional industrial design, while the hand-painted artwork gives the piece a whimsical and one-of-a-kind personality.

Era
Mid-20th Century with later hand-painted decoration

Style
Industrial Workshop / Folk Art

Technique
Wood chair construction with painted finish, mounted to metal swivel drafting stool base

Tools Used
Woodworking saws, chisels, screwdrivers, drill, metal forming tools, paint brushes

History
Swivel stools like this were commonly used in workshops, drafting rooms, and studios. This example appears to have been creatively repainted later, giving it a folk-art character.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown

Measurements
18 ½" W x 16 ¾" D x 46" H

Suggested Weight
22 lbs

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension
22" x 22" x 50"

Music
1970s Folk Rock or Indie Folk

Item Number : P16346

Category : Stool

Brand : UK