Alma, set of 4 grey steel chairs N°1511

Acquire this set of four Tolix Model A chairs, designed by Xavier Pauchard, a hallmark of industrial design in anthracite grey steel. Their metal frame lends a graphic appeal and daily robustness, while the proportions adapt to dining areas or cafe settings. They create an urban atmosphere, both raw and refined. Some signs of age are present.

Width: 36 cm
Depth: 36 cm
Height: 85 cm
Seat height: 45 cm
Seat width: 36 cm
Seat depth: 36 cm

A Brief History of the Chair
In the Middle Ages, sitting on a high-backed chair was a rare privilege, reserved for the person leading the assembly: the "president" (from the Latin praesidere, to sit in front). Long a symbol of prestige compared to the benches and stools of the common people, the chair only became democratized in the 18th century, becoming an everyday object. It is distinguished from the armchair by the absence of armrests, a structure designed to offer complete freedom of movement around a table or desk. The result of a constant quest between lightness and solidity, it has evolved from sculpted solid wood to more modern lines, making each seat a testament to the history of comfort.