This second-hand black wooden armchair, dressed in a mustard yellow and black patterned fabric, adds a contemporary and polished touch to a living room. Its low seat and enveloping backrest invite one to settle in for a reading break or a coffee, while its proportions make it easy to slide next to a coffee table. The matching pouf, mounted on a metallic frame in a golden hue, extends the ensemble gracefully and allows for leg stretching or accommodating a guest. The patterns converse with a metal lamp and a solid-colored rug. Placed near a window, it pairs with a light throw and a stack of books. As second-hand pieces, they carry the memories of their past: a few traces of time. Armchair dimensions: Width: 57 cm Depth: 47 cm Height: 90 cm Seat height: 32 cm Seat width: 51 cm Seat depth: 54 cm Pouf dimensions: Height: 35 cm Diameter: 37 cm A brief history of the armchair: If the chair is designed for work or dining, 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 under Louis XV to become this comfort piece with armrests. Unlike the chair, it favors a wider seat and a reclined backrest, inviting conversation rather than a rigid posture. Whether it’s a “bergère” with full cheeks to shelter from drafts or a lighter “bridge” armchair, it embodies the evolution of the art of living.