With their dark wood and black studded fabric seats, these vintage country chairs add a sober and refined touch to any table. The wooden frame creates a discreet presence, while the fabric seat offers comfort suitable for both daily meals and long gatherings. Their slender backrests and dining-appropriate proportions allow them to fit easily into a warm interior, alongside a wooden table or natural-toned linens. We can also imagine them in an open kitchen, paired with antique tableware and some fresh flowers. As a second-hand piece, it bears the marks of its history: a few signs of wear from the passage of time.
Width: 45 cm
Depth: 33 cm
Height: 92.5 cm
Seat height: 48 cm
Seat width: 45.5 cm
Seat depth: 41 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 before). Long a symbol of prestige compared to the benches and stools used by the common people, the chair did not become democratized until the 18th century, eventually becoming an everyday object. It is distinguished from the armchair by the absence of armrests, a structure designed to offer total freedom of movement around a table or desk. The result of a constant quest for balance 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.
