Embrace this high-backed chair with a well-padded seat, covered in elegant beige-grey faux leather. Its structure made of dark solid wood gives it a noble presence and balanced proportions, ideal around a table or for a reading nook. The combination of materials creates a sober and warm silhouette, perfect for establishing a contemporary and welcoming atmosphere. Two pieces available, perfect for creating a coordinated set. Width: 48 cm Depth: 44 cm Height: 102 cm Seat height: 45 cm Seat depth: 44 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 one who led the assembly: the "president" [from the Latin praesidere, to sit in front]. For a long time a symbol of prestige compared to the benches and stools of the people, the chair only became democratized in the 18th century to become an everyday object. It is distinguished from an 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 between lightness and solidity, it has evolved from carved solid wood to more modern lines, making each seat a witness to the history of comfort.