This second-hand wooden and fabric chair impresses with its contemporary look and subtle contrasts. Its adjustable backrest and height allow for seat adaptation to the moment, while the dark wood emphasizes the whole with elegance. The seat, dressed in black and beige patterns, adds a graphic touch without breaking visual balance. It fits into an office, where it accompanies a workspace and offers a comfortable seat for reading, writing, or working. The dialogue between the wood and the fabric blends with a minimalist decor and a few carefully chosen accessories. Width: 40 cm Depth: 39 cm Height: 95 cm Seat height: 53 cm Seat width: 40 cm Seat depth: 39 cm A brief history of the chair In the Middle Ages, sitting on a chair with a back was a rare privilege reserved for the one presiding over 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 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.