This vintage 1970s Lafuma folding chair charms with its warm aesthetic and its combination of gold-bronze metal and original mustard and camel striped fabric. The metal frame, accented by gold screws, features a seat and backrest designed for occasional use, in a contemporary spirit that remains very current. When folded, it is easily stored along a wall, then brought back out to sit around a table in a kitchen or dining area when entertaining. In an entryway or a guest room, it can also hold a basket, a folded garment, or a book placed on the seat.
Length: 45 cm
Width: 45 cm
Depth: 31 cm
Height: 81 cm
Seat height: 46 cm
Seat width: 38 cm
Seat depth: 31 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, with a structure designed to offer total freedom of movement around a table or desk. The result of a constant quest between lightness and sturdiness, it has evolved from carved solid wood to more modern lines, making every seat a witness to the history of comfort.
