Tabouret Stools
Made by Cassina
Designed by Charlotte Perriand
Charlotte Perriand found her source material not in studios or galleries, but in the working objects of the French Alps. The simple milking stools used by mountain shepherds, turned by hand from local wood, carried an economy of form that she recognized as something worth preserving. The Tabouret Stools are that recognition made permanent.
The family offers two distinct characters. The Tabouret Berger sits low to the ground on three gently tapered, hand-turned legs, its form close to the vernacular original. The Tabouret Méribel stands taller, its tripod base angled outward with a structural confidence that shifts the piece from rustic reference to considered design. Both share a turned seat with a subtle central depression, shaped to receive the body with quiet attentiveness.
Originally designed for Perriand's own chalet and first presented in 1955, the stools embody her conviction that good design belongs to everyday life, not to ceremony. Cassina now produces them with the same respect for material and process that Perriand brought to the originals, available in three wood finishes across both heights.
- Two forms: Tabouret Berger (low) and Tabouret Méribel (tall)
- Hand-turned solid wood construction
- Three-legged tripod base on each form
- Available in three wood finishes
- Designed in 1955, produced by Cassina
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Luminaire is an authorized retailer of Cassina. The product comes with a full manufacturer warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Tabouret Berger and Tabouret Méribel?
The Tabouret Berger is the lower of the two stools, featuring three hand-turned solid wood legs in a classic tripod form. The Tabouret Méribel is the taller version, distinguished by three angular, splayed legs that give it a more structured, geometric character.
What wood finishes are available for the Cassina Tabouret Stools?
The Tabouret Stools are offered in three wood finishes, allowing the piece to read differently depending on the warmth or depth of tone selected. Cassina's production maintains the hand-crafted integrity of Perriand's original design across all finish options.
Who was Charlotte Perriand and why is her work significant?
Charlotte Perriand (1903-1999) was a pioneering French architect and designer whose work synthesized modernist principles with a deep respect for vernacular craft and natural materials. Her collaborations with Le Corbusier and her independent mountain projects, including the Méribel chalet, placed her at the center of twentieth-century design history.
Are the Cassina Tabouret Stools handmade?
Yes - the Tabouret Berger's legs are hand-turned from solid wood, preserving the artisanal quality central to Perriand's original vision. Cassina, as the authorized producer, maintains this standard of craft in current production.
What design philosophy do the Tabouret Stools represent?
The stools embody Perriand's rationalist and humanistic approach - the belief that good design arises from understanding how people actually live and work. By elevating a peasant milking stool into considered form, Perriand demonstrated that function and cultural authenticity are inseparable from lasting design.
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