This light wood chair captivates with its crocodile effect, which brings a contemporary touch to a second-hand piece with a simple design. Made of wood, it combines a discreet presence with a finish that is easy to coordinate with a dining table, a desk, or a reading nook. Its comfortably high seat allows for easy sitting, while its format naturally fits around a table without weighing down the overall look. We can also imagine it alone in a bedroom, by a window, holding a book and a table lamp. Placed around a wooden table, it creates a refined ensemble with dishware in neutral tones. Width: 39 cm Depth: 39 cm Height: 86 cm Seat height: 46 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 leading the assembly: the "president" [from the Latin praesidere, to sit in front]. For a long time, it was 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, a structure designed to offer total freedom of movement around a table or desk. The result of a constant quest between lightness and solidity, it has evolved from sculpted solid wood to more modern lines, making each seat a witness to the history of comfort.