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Monolithic Wood Stools Inspired by Chess Pieces

This family of monolithic cedar wood stools by Giorgio Bonaguro were designed for Italian furniture company Icons. Named Alfiere, Regina and Pedone, the stools were designed to softly recall chess pieces.

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Alfiere ( the “Bishop” in Italian) features a geometric form, interrupted by a large diagonal cut that acts as a magazine rack.

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Regina (the “Queen”) has a more “aristocratic” and imposing shape.

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Pedone (the “Pawn”) is a rounded and simple stool.

Photos by Andrea Basile.

Jaime Derringer is the founder of Design Milk and a writer with a passion for modern design, art, and creativity. Originally from New Jersey and now based in Southern California, she enjoys discovering unique jewelry, running, reading, making music, and drawing.