James Leather Bar Stool

Regular price $340
Sale price $340 Regular price
Woven, Not Upholstered

The James Leather Stool trades padding for structure. A handwoven leather seat creates give where you need it, while the solid wood frame keeps everything grounded and stable.

It’s simple, but the material does the work.

Materials

Solid Wood Frame
Built from solid wood with a warm brown tone, providing durability and a stable base for everyday use.

Genuine Leather Seat
Woven leather straps form a flexible seat that naturally adapts over time, adding comfort without bulk.

Design

Material-led, quietly detailed.

• Woven Leather Seat — Adds texture while offering natural flexibility and support.

• Square Profile — Clean, compact shape that fits easily under counters.

• Mid-Century Influence — Simple lines with subtle curvature at the corners.

• Footrest Support — Reinforced lower rails double as a resting point.

• Versatile Use — Works at kitchen counters, islands, or casual dining setups.

Specifications

24.50" L × 15.50" W × 15.50" H (62.2 × 39.4 × 39.4 cm)

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Solid Walnut Frame

Crafted from richly grained walnut, the frame balances softened edges with clean architectural lines. The warm finish highlights the natural tonal variation of the wood while giving the stool a grounded, workshop-like character reminiscent of Scandinavian and utilitarian midcentury design.

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Handwoven Leather Seat

Wide leather straps are tightly woven into a supportive basket-weave seat that softens and develops character over time. The woven construction references traditional saddlework and campaign furniture while introducing texture and flexibility to the otherwise minimal form.

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Mortise-Inspired Joinery

The stool’s exposed intersections and reinforced stretchers emphasize honest construction over ornamentation. Every angle feels deliberate — practical enough for daily use, refined enough to stand alone as an object.

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Sculpted Rounded Corners

Rounded seat rails and softened transitions keep the silhouette from feeling overly rigid. The subtle curves give the stool a more handcrafted sensibility while making the woven seat feel integrated into the frame rather than applied on top.

Questions About The James Leather Bar Stool

How long until I receive my order?

The James Leather Bar Stool arrives approximately 2 weeks from the day of order.

Our products take longer to arrive than most others on the internet. But there's a good reason why. Most of our pieces are made to order and ship directly from the source. We don’t keep warehouses or carry excess inventory. This is how we cut costs and pass thousands in savings back to you. But it also means you have to wait a bit longer.

What is your return policy

The James Leather Bar Stool can be returned after receiving the order only if the product is damaged or unusable.

Our products are made to order. So we cannot offer returns for changes in preference. But we always do what we can to make it right.

To be returned, products need to be completely unused and still in their original packaging.

How can I track my order?

The James Leather Bar Stool ships within 3–5 days of order placement.

Once your order has been shipped, you will receive an email with tracking details, allowing you to monitor its progress. Simply use the provided tracking information on our delivery partner’s website to stay updated on your shipment.

I have another question

Contact us anytime at care@theessential.com

Judge us by our looks

Our packaging is safe, simple, and proudly no frills. We don't think it makes sense to pay for things you throw away immediately.

That's why the James Leather Bar Stool ships in the same protective packaging the manufacturer uses, covered in functional stickers and foreign stamps showing the journey it's been on.

We don't hide it and wear it as a badge of honor for the places our products have been and the people who made them.