With its light wood and caning, this vintage second-hand chair embodies a countryside spirit of great softness, while maintaining its sobriety. The caned seat adds an airy texture, while the solid wood structure creates a sharp and refined contrast. Its height makes it a comfortable accent seat, easy to place near a desk or around a dining table, depending on needs. It pairs well with vintage linen, a ceramic lamp, or a few books within reach. In a bedroom, it can hold a folded blanket and a pair of slippers at the foot of the bed. Height: 47 cm Diameter: 41 cm Drawer height: 92 cm A little history of the chair In the Middle Ages, sitting on a chair with a backrest was a rare privilege, reserved for the one leading 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, becoming an everyday object. It is distinguished from an 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.