With its black-painted rattan, this second-hand armchair combines the lightness of the material with a simple and elegant country style. Its low seat invites you to settle down in a living room or a veranda, while its rattan backrest provides a comfortable support for everyday use. The black hue highlights its curves and allows it to complement both a weathered wooden table and a light rug or an entrance console. Sourced for its material and finish, it adds a refined touch without weighing down the space. Placed near a window, it holds a wool blanket and a book resting on the armrest. Length: 58 cm Width: 42 cm Depth: 70 cm Height: 65 cm Seat height: 32 cm Seat depth: 41 cm A Brief History of the Armchair While the chair is made for work or dining, the armchair was born in the 17th century with a single mission: to provide rest. Its name derives from the old French "faudesteuil," a folding seat for dignitaries, but it emancipated itself under Louis XV to become this comfort piece with armrests. Unlike the chair, it favors a wider seat and a reclined back, inviting conversation rather than a rigid posture. Whether it be a "bergère" with full cheeks to shelter from drafts or a lighter "bridge" armchair, it embodies the evolution of the art of living.