This set of four beechwood chairs with red vinyl upholstery has a contemporary look, blending a 1950s feel with clean lines. The light wood adds a bright touch, while the vintage seats covered in red oilcloth vinyl create a bold and refined contrast. Fully restored, sanded, and waxed, they offer a beautiful balance between warm materials and a polished finish, ideal around a kitchen table or in a dining room with a minimalist décor. Arranged around a light wood table, they welcome lively meals and a few drinks set down late in the evening.
Length: 45 cm
Width: 44 cm
Height: 87 cm
Seat height: 43 cm
Seat width: 42 cm
Seat depth: 39 cm
A brief history of the chair
In the Middle Ages, sitting on a chair with a backrest 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 to become 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 for lightness and strength, it has evolved from carved solid wood to more modern lines, making each seat a witness to the history of comfort.
