Tolix metal bar stools from Graham and Green

The shiny varnished steel makes these distinctive French style cafe bar stools delightfully appealing for a contemporary home.

Designed in 1934 by Xavier Pauchard, the stools can be used inside your home or outside (although you will need to bring them inside during poor weather, so they don’t suffer damage) and are available in tall or short versions.

The short varnished steel Tolix metal stool is priced at £135 and the tall stool at £215 (white versions are available too, for cheaper prices).

Both stools, plus matching chairs, are available from Graham and Green.