The combination of faux leather and chrome gives this vintage armchair a contemporary, clean, and refined look. Its seat at a classic height, with comfortable width and depth, invites you to sit down to read or entertain. The chrome legs lighten its structure and allow it to blend with a sober decor, whether in a living room or an office. In a living room, it happily sits near a glass coffee table, accompanied by a reading lamp and a few books within reach. Width: 56 cm Depth: 52 cm Height: 84 cm Seat height: 46 cm Seat width: 48 cm Seat depth: 34 cm A brief history of the armchair If the chair is made for work or dining, the armchair was born in the 17th century for one mission only: 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-enhancing piece of furniture equipped with armrests. Unlike the chair, it favors a wider seat and an inclined back, inviting conversation rather than a rigid posture. Whether it’s a 'bergère' with full cheeks to shield from drafts or a lighter 'bridge' armchair, it embodies the evolution of the art of living.