Ernest, the wicker armchair No. 1557

Invite vintage charm into your home with this wicker armchair, featuring a design inspired by the Emmanuel style. Its compact size integrates harmoniously into various spaces, adding a warm, natural touch. The lightness of the wicker and the delicacy of its curves make it a seat that is both elegant and comfortable, perfect for a reading nook or a terrace. A few signs of wear add to its authenticity and history.

Width: 55 cm
Depth: 53 cm
Height: 78 cm
Seat height: 36 cm
Seat width: 38 cm
Seat depth: 38 cm

A brief history of the armchair
While the chair is made for work or dining, the armchair emerged in the 17th century with a single mission: rest. Its name derives from the Old French "faudesteuil," a folding seat for dignitaries, but it evolved under Louis XV to become the piece of comfort furniture equipped with armrests. Unlike the chair, it favors a wider seat and a reclined backrest, inviting conversation rather than rigid posture. Whether it is a "bergère" with enclosed sides to shield from drafts or a lighter "bridge" armchair, it embodies the evolution of the art of living.