Invite elegance into your space with this Audoux Minet armchair from the 1950s, combining black beech wood and woven hemp cord. Its refined and vintage design will add a touch of character to your living room or office while providing appreciated seating comfort. Ideal for a warm and welcoming atmosphere, these armchairs blend perfectly with contemporary or classic decors. Some signs of usage add to their authenticity. Width: 62 cm Depth: 45.5 cm Height: 80 cm Seat height: 43.5 cm Seat width: 47 cm Seat depth: 39 cm A brief history of the armchair If the chair is made for work or meals, the armchair was born in the 17th century for a single purpose: rest. Its name derives from the Old French "faudesteuil," a folding seat for dignitaries, but it emancipated under Louis XV to become this comfort piece of furniture with armrests. Unlike the chair, it offers a wider seat and a tilted backrest, inviting conversation rather than rigid posture. Whether it’s a full-cheeked "bergère" to shield from drafts or a lighter "bridge" armchair, it embodies the evolution of the art of living.