This pair of vintage burgundy leather chairs adds a warm touch to a dining room or office, embodying an elegant country spirit. The light wood structure contrasts with the leather seats and backs, creating a simple and refined set that pairs easily with a wooden table or an antique desk. Their comfortable seat height and measured proportions allow them to be slid around a table without weighing down the space. Second-hand, they charm with the balance of their materials and their beautiful appearance while remaining pleasant for daily use. Surrounded by a table set with white dishware and a bouquet of wildflowers, they create a scene full of softness. Width: 56 cm Depth: 46 cm Height: 82.5 cm Seat height: 44 cm Seat width: 52 cm Seat depth: 43 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 singular purpose: rest. Its name derives from the Old French “faudesteuil,” a folding seat for dignitaries, but it emancipated itself under Louis XV to become a comfort piece with armrests. Unlike the chair, it favors a wider seat and an inclined back, inviting conversation rather than a rigid posture. Whether it is a “bergère” with full cheeks to shelter from drafts or a lighter “bridge” chair, it embodies the evolution of the art of living.