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I have a wonderful Taboret from the Elfa company. Actually, it is a wire basket contraption made for storing things - hence it is perfect. It is on casters and has a formica top. I separate out my painting stages in it - Charcoal, underpainting, and color. Plus one large drawer in the bottom to hold extra bottles of turp, damar, and the like - plus paper towels.
The other wonderful thing I have is my mahl stick. I made it myself from a 1/4 inch oak dowel, a golf ball (with a 1/4 inch hole drilled in), a chamois cloth to cover the ball, and brass wire to attach the cloth to the stick. Rubbed the dowel with some linseed oil. It is a great tool - the ball sets in your lap and keeps the end from moving, or you can hook the ball over the top of your painting and it will stay put.
And finally, an ergonomic chair. I mostly stand to work, but occasionally I will sit and paint. I have one of those kneeling chairs which helps keep your back straight - it's really good for long sessions.
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