This rustic design represents Portugal’s tradition of tropeços, benches and side tables made from cork, used in houses in Alentejo, which is located south of Lisbon, a region known for its architecture. This mini stool/side table is made from cork, which is an entirely natural and eco-friendly material. Cork is obtained from the bark of cork oaks, which regenerate themselves, and is extracted without damaging the tree. Portugal is the world’s largest producer of this material, which has extraordinary characteristics: lightweight and water-resistant, and used for thermal and acoustic insulation. It also has a naturally beautiful appearance. This Mini Cork Stool/Side Table is distinguished by its blocky, rectangular shape and brick-shaped openings. When used as a stool, it provides a place to perch anywhere in our home. It can also be used as a side table to serve drinks and snacks, or to display small objects. A Vida Portuguesa is a small Lisbon-based, women-owned shop focused on goods made in Portugal. The A Vida Portuguesa Alentejo Cork Stool/Side Table measures 11h x 8w x 8"d. Wipe clean with a damp cloth.