The Mon Stool, named after the Japanese word for "gate," derives its structural inspiration from the elemental stability of traditional shrine architecture. Designed by Gaku Takasu, this piece exemplifies mastery in the hikimono (lathe-turning) technique, a craft refined in Japan for over two millennia. By distilling the stool to its essential circular components, Takasu has created a silhouette that is both timeless and strikingly modern.
Crafted from premium red oak by Hikimonojo 639 Corporation, the stool celebrates the inherent character of the wood. Unlike mass-produced furniture, the Mon Stool utilizes the lathe to emphasize the natural grain of the oak, and is finished with a subtle glass coating that protects the timber while preserving its tactile, organic warmth.
Silhouette: A balanced frame that echoes the form of the "mon" gate, offering a grounded and architectural presence in any interior.
Technique: Each curve is hand-turned at Hikimonojo 639, where the friction of the tool against the rotating wood achieves a finish unattainable by machine.
Versatility: Available in low, mid, and high versions, the Mon Stool functions equally well as a gallery-side seat, a minimalist bar stool, or a sculptural bedside companion.
Finish: The red oak versions often feature a glass coating finish.
Dimensions:
Low Stool: W450 x D325 x H457mm (SH440mm, or 440mm seat height).
Mid Stool: W465 x D325 x H667mm (GH650mm, or 650mm seat height).
High Stool: W474 x D332 x H797mm (SH780mm, or 780mm seat height).
"Please note that to ensure the artisanal integrity of your piece during transit, delivery costs are calculated separately based on your global location and will be finalized at checkout."
The Mon Stool, named after the Japanese word for "gate," derives its structural inspiration from the elemental stability of traditional shrine architecture. Designed by Gaku Takasu, this piece exemplifies mastery in the hikimono (lathe-turning) technique, a craft refined in Japan for over two millennia. By distilling the stool to its essential circular components, Takasu has created a silhouette that is both timeless and strikingly modern.
Crafted from premium red oak by Hikimonojo 639 Corporation, the stool celebrates the inherent character of the wood. Unlike mass-produced furniture, the Mon Stool utilizes the lathe to emphasize the natural grain of the oak, and is finished with a subtle glass coating that protects the timber while preserving its tactile, organic warmth.
Silhouette: A balanced frame that echoes the form of the "mon" gate, offering a grounded and architectural presence in any interior.
Technique: Each curve is hand-turned at Hikimonojo 639, where the friction of the tool against the rotating wood achieves a finish unattainable by machine.
Versatility: Available in low, mid, and high versions, the Mon Stool functions equally well as a gallery-side seat, a minimalist bar stool, or a sculptural bedside companion.
Finish: The red oak versions often feature a glass coating finish.
Dimensions:
Low Stool: W450 x D325 x H457mm (SH440mm, or 440mm seat height).
Mid Stool: W465 x D325 x H667mm (GH650mm, or 650mm seat height).
High Stool: W474 x D332 x H797mm (SH780mm, or 780mm seat height).
"Please note that to ensure the artisanal integrity of your piece during transit, delivery costs are calculated separately based on your global location and will be finalized at checkout."