Backen­zahn Stool

The e15 Backen­zahn stool, aptly named after the German word for ​“molar,” stands as one of Philipp Mainz­er’s most iconic creations. This enig­matic piece tran­scends conven­tional defi­n­i­tions, effort­lessly morph­ing between a stool and a side/​occasional table. Its design centers on four ​“post-like” legs, seam­lessly joined to create its distinc­tive volume. Notably, each leg is a sepa­rate element, and the space between them forms an engag­ing cruci­form shape when viewed from above, casting fasci­nat­ing shadows along the stool’s sides, accen­tu­at­ing its three-dimensional character.

Crafted from north­ern Euro­pean oiled oak or walnut, the Backen­zahn cele­brates the natural irreg­u­lar­i­ties of the wood, empha­siz­ing its stri­a­tions, grain, and splits. This means that every Backen­zahn stool is truly unique, with its distinct char­ac­ter­is­tics reflect­ing the wood’s organic nature. The base of each post element is metic­u­lously shaped to resem­ble the roots of a tooth, while the slightly concave tops, when joined, form a gentle depres­sion that enhances ergonom­ics when used as a seat. e15 offers vari­a­tions of the Backen­zahn stool with flat tops that are better suited for use as a side or occasional table.

With its narrow foot­print, the Backen­zahn stool is not only visu­ally strik­ing but also a versa­tile solu­tion that can serve as an impromptu stool or table in any inte­rior, adding an element of sculp­tural charm to your living space.