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Vaarnii

002 Ast Stool

63.900 kr

Vaarnii

002 Ast Stool

63.900 kr

RUSTIC MEETS MODERN — 002 AST STOOL

The Ast Stool by Dimitri Bähler for Vaarnii is characterised by an unpretentious design that bridges the rustic and the modern. Thick, sturdy pieces of pinewood are joined with quiet confidence — the only decorations being gently rounded edges and the knots and lively grain that are the hallmark of Finnish pine. The name Ast is German for 'branch', a nod to the knots that celebrate this often-overlooked material. Beyond seating, Ast works equally well as a nightstand or side table.

Made in Finland from sustainably sourced Finnish pine.

KEY FEATURES

  • Designer: Dimitri Bähler
  • Form: Simple, robust block construction with rounded edges
  • Versatility: Functions as a stool, nightstand, or side table
  • Material character: Knots and lively grain celebrated as design features
  • Name: 'Ast' — German for 'branch', referencing the pine knots
  • Origin: Handcrafted in Finland by expert local makers

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Designer: Dimitri Bähler
  • Brand: Vaarnii
  • Material: PEFC-certified, slow-grown Finnish Scots Pine
  • Dimensions: H 45 cm / W 51 cm / D 26 cm
  • Lead time: 8–10 weeks

USE CASES

  • Extra seating in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways
  • Bedside table or nightstand
  • Side table next to a sofa or lounge chair
  • Display surface for books, plants, or objects

CARE & MAINTENANCE

  • Wipe clean with a lightly damp cloth; avoid soaking the wood
  • Apply natural pine oil or wax annually to nourish the surface
  • Dents and scratches are natural — embrace them as signs of a life well lived
  • Pine will naturally deepen to a warm honey tone over time

ABOUT THE BRAND

Vaarnii is a Finnish design brand built on a singular conviction: that pine, the most abundant wood in Finland's sustainably managed forests, deserves to be taken seriously as a luxury material. Every Vaarnii product is made by a small circle of expert Finnish craftspeople using PEFC-certified, slow-grown timber. The result is furniture of rare honesty — objects that age visibly, gracefully, and with character.