Wood Wei Barstool

Low back, high seat, and a front rail at just the right height for the heels.

The Wei Barstool is contemporary, from the Primitive Collection, in lacquered burl wood. Burl, the swirling grain of a tree's knotted growths, has been prized for fine furniture for centuries, especially when lacquered to deepen its figure. A sculpted wooden back curves around the seat, and a pale cushion sits within. The four tapered legs are joined by curved stretchers, with a slim metal footrest at the front. It is 15 inches long, 19 deep and 34.25 high.

Sleek, sturdy and agreeable to long conversations.