This pair of dark wood and green leather armchairs adds an elegant countryside touch to a living room or reading nook. Their leather seat and backrest offer enveloping comfort, while the wooden structure creates a sober and refined presence. In second hand, they stand out with a patinated material that easily interacts with a wooden side table, a woven rug, or a few books within reach. Their seating height makes them pleasant for long sitting, and their width allows for a harmonious duo around a relaxation area. Positioned facing a fireplace, they readily welcome a wool blanket and a reading lamp. Like any vintage furniture, they bear the marks of their history: a few traces of time. Width: 50 cm Depth: 50 cm Height: 96 cm Seat height: 43 cm Seat width: 63 cm Seat depth: 55 cm A brief history of the armchair If the chair is made for work or dining, the armchair was born in the 17th century with a single mission: rest. Its name comes from the old French "faudesteuil," a folding seat for dignitaries, but it emancipated under Louis XV to become this comfort furniture with armrests. Unlike the chair, it favors a wider seat and an inclined backrest, inviting conversation rather than rigid posture. Whether it's a "bergère" with ample sides to shelter from drafts or a lighter "bridge" armchair, it embodies the evolution of the art of living.