This pair of vintage red formica chairs impresses with its curved lines and the sharp contrast with the rounded beige cream backrest. The stainless steel frame provides a sturdy hold, while the classic-height seat invites comfortable dining. Their contemporary design easily complements a light wood table in a dining room or a kitchen with an uncluttered aesthetic. Slipped under the tabletop and then pulled out to host guests, they gracefully accompany a lunch around a linen tablecloth and white dishware. Width: 42 cm Depth: 43 cm Height: 88 cm Seat height: 48 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 differs from the armchair by the absence of armrests, a structure designed to provide total freedom of movement around a table or desk. The fruit 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.