This pair of light wood Baumann chairs reinterprets the bistro spirit in a contemporary reading, with a soft honey tone and a very readable slatted backrest. Their comfortably high seat and narrow format allow them to be easily tucked around a dining table, in a kitchen or dining room. The wooden structure gives them a sober presence, while the slatted backrest lightens the whole and highlights a beautifully crafted construction. They readily host a breakfast corner with a light wood table, some ceramic plates, and a set of glasses. Sold by the pair, 1 lot available. Width: 36 cm Depth: 37 cm Height: 80 cm Seat height: 46.5 cm Seat width: 36 cm Seat depth: 37 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 leader of the assembly: the "president" [from the Latin praesidere, to sit in front]. Long 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 complete freedom of movement around a table or desk. The result of a constant quest between lightness and sturdiness, it has evolved from carved solid wood to more modern lines, making each seat a witness to the history of comfort.