With its light rattan and soft lines, this vintage armchair revisits the country style with understated elegance. Its openwork structure naturally lightens a room, while its low seat invites you to settle in, whether in a living room, near a window, or by a bookcase. Rattan pairs easily with linen, patinated wood, or a side table to create a refined and cozy reading nook. Its enveloping backrest and generous width and depth offer peaceful everyday comfort. As a second-hand piece, it bears the marks of its history: a few signs of wear. Two available.
Width: 55 cm
Depth: 53 cm
Height: 84 cm
Seat height: 39 cm
Seat width: 45 cm
Seat depth: 55 cm
A brief history of the armchair
While a chair is designed for work or meals, the armchair emerged in the 17th century with a single purpose: rest. Its name derives from the Old French "faudesteuil," a folding seat for dignitaries, but it truly came into its own under Louis XV, evolving into a piece of comfort equipped with armrests. Unlike a chair, it prioritizes a wider seat and a reclined back, encouraging 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.
