Marcus Narrow Swivel Bar Stool with High X-Back

The Marcus gives you the support of a tall-backed stool without taking up excessive room along the kitchen island.

Its decorative X-back, cushioned seat, and slender steel frame create a traditional look that feels polished rather than heavy.

A Narrower Fit for the Kitchen Island

The Marcus is a practical choice for smaller kitchens, shorter islands, and layouts where several stools need to sit side by side.

Its slim frame makes it easier to arrange than wider upholstered chairs with arms. For shoppers comparing narrow-width bar stools, the Marcus provides a full back and padded seat without requiring an oversized footprint.

It also works well as a:

• Narrow counter stool for a standard kitchen island
• Compact seat for a breakfast bar
• Space-conscious option for a smaller home bar
• Traditional stool for a narrow counter run

Before ordering multiple stools, allow enough space for guests to sit down and swivel comfortably.

High X-Back Design

The tall metal back gives you a supportive place to lean. Its curved X-shaped detail adds character while leaving the back visually open.

Among crossback stools, the Marcus has a narrower, more delicate appearance than a heavy wood crossback chair.

The open design allows light to pass through, helping several stools feel less imposing when lined up together.

For anyone searching for an X-back counter stool, the Marcus pairs that familiar traditional detail with the durability of a steel frame.

Cushioned for Everyday Seating

The upholstered seat gives you a softer sitting surface than an all-metal or wood stool. Choose from fabric, performance fabric, or easy-to-clean vinyl based on how your kitchen is used.

A textured neutral keeps the Marcus classic, while a stripe, pattern, or deeper color gives the seat more personality. At Barstool Comforts, you can request material and finish samples before choosing your final combination.

Swivel Seating for Easier Movement

The swivel bar stool seat lets you turn toward the counter, face the adjoining room, or step away without repeatedly dragging the frame across the floor.

Choose the swivel mechanism that suits your kitchen:

• 360-Degree Swivel: Rotates freely in either direction and remains where you leave it.
• Memory-Return Swivel: Turns up to 180 degrees and returns to its forward-facing position after you stand.

A Bar Stool with a High Back

The Marcus is a true bar stool with a high back, offering more support than low-back and backless designs. The metal back feels structured and firm rather than cushioned, making it a good fit for shoppers who prefer defined support.

For those comparing bar chairs for a kitchen island, the Marcus offers a chair-like back and padded seat in a slimmer format that takes up less room than a fully upholstered bar chair.

Traditional Style That Can Be Updated

The Marcus works naturally in:

• Traditional kitchens
• Transitional interiors
• Country-inspired spaces
• Kitchens with Shaker cabinetry
• Rooms with bronze, black, or silver hardware

Dark brown or bronze finishes bring out its traditional character. Black feels cleaner and more current, while silver or soft white gives the decorative back a lighter appearance.

Strong Steel Frame

The Marcus is built on a durable steel frame with slim legs and a surrounding footrest. The open base keeps the stool visually light while giving your feet a comfortable place to rest.

Its welded construction also makes it a more substantial choice than lightweight, ready-to-assemble stools.

Choose the Proper Height

Select the seat height that matches your counter:

• Counter Height: For kitchen islands and counters approximately 36–37 inches high.
• Bar Height: For counters and home bars approximately 40–42 inches high.

Customize the Marcus

The Marcus is a strong option for anyone looking for a narrow bar stool with a cushioned seat, supportive high back, decorative crossback, and smooth swivel movement.

At a Glance

• 10-year limited residential warranty on metal frame
• It’s built to last you decades
• Lead-free paint
• Item #41451
• Well-cushioned seat for long periods of sitting
• Heavy-duty North American steel
• Powder-coated metal finish for heavy-duty use
• Includes nylon glides on the bottom of the feet to protect your linoleum floors — add felts for wood or linoleum floors for extra protection
• Need a backless version? We recommend the Button