With their faux leather seating in a black hue and metal frame, this set of four second-hand chairs embodies a sleek and contemporary aesthetic. The smooth upholstery softens the rigidity of the legs, while the simplicity of black makes it easy to pair with a wooden table, a lacquered tray, or a more graphic ambiance. This set of four creates a cohesive arrangement for a dining room and may also complement a desk when seeking minimalist seating. Around an evening meal, they accommodate stoneware plates, transparent glasses, and a carafe, beneath a black metal pendant light. Width: 45 cm Depth: 48 cm Height: 82 cm Seat height: 47 cm A brief history of the chair In the Middle Ages, sitting on a backed seat was a rare privilege reserved for the one who led the assembly: the "president" [from the Latin praesidere, to sit before]. For a long time, 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 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 sturdiness, it has evolved from carved solid wood to more modern lines, making each seat a witness to the history of comfort.