A traditional milking stool served as a model for this innovative chair. The three-legged chair, with a simple appearance, comprised a wooden structure that was produced in different sizes for children and for adults. The two rear legs formed the support structure for the backrest. The concept allowed varying sitting positions and thus was an early version of a chair that considered ergonomic requirements.

Walter Papst
Production period from 1955 to 1959
Wilkhahn

Seat: Beech wood, natural finish
Back: Beech wood, natural finish
Frame: Beech wood, natural finish, three-legged

Dimensions, Model Nr.
Seat height: 46 cm (360/1)
Seat height: 43 cm (360/2)
Seat heigh: 39 cm (360/3)
Seat height: 35 cm (360/4)
Seat height: 31 cm (360/5)

List price 21.80 DM (Price List 38 − 1950s)

At the end of the 1950s, Walter Papst designed a chair that resembled a milking stool. It was a wooden construction produced in two different sizes, for children and adults. The chair stood on three legs, with the two rear legs being long enough to support the backrest. The triangular seat could also be used upside down for better posture. In this position, the backrest served as a comfortable arm and back support.