Utility and aesthetics combined. A simple, sturdy yet elegant stool made from cherry, with black walnut stretcher. Its made from one piece so the grain is continuous in "waterfall" manner along the length. Its finished with with a mixture of natural hard oils, it is toy and food safe, and durable. They are numbered because they are unique piece to piece. (numbered with roman numerals, they are meant for carving) Putting shoes on, balcony gardening, reaching the top shelf, low seating for playtime.. A practical timeless piece, it is good to have at least one around. Built to last, and it is not going out of fashion, and this makes it sustainable, because it can be around and used for a long long time.