With their light wood and dark blue rope seat, these four chairs by Roche Bobois bring a contemporary and understated touch around the table. The Racine model combines the warmth of wood with the delicacy of cord weaving, creating a second-hand set with a neat appearance. Their seat height allows for comfortable dining, while their size naturally fits into a dining room or an open kitchen. Their presence remains visually light, while providing a true seat for everyday use. Gathered around a raw wood table, they accommodate both a family lunch and an extended dinner. Width: 47 cm Depth: 47 cm Height: 112 cm Seat height: 44 cm Seat width: 44 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 common people, the chair only became democratized in the 18th century to become an everyday object. It differs 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.