The orange velvet of this contemporary armchair captures light with a unique softness. Its enveloping seat and high backrest provide a comfortable position, while the five-pointed star base in chrome metal gives it a sleek and graphic line. Swiveling, it readily complements a dining table, a desk, or a reading corner, depending on the day's needs. The material, in good condition, retains a natural patina that highlights its vintage look without weighing it down. In an office, it pairs well with a wooden desk and a work lamp. A second-hand piece, it carries the imprint of its history: a few marks of time. Width: 54 cm Depth: 45 cm Height: 94 cm Seat height: 46 cm Seat width: 54 cm Seat depth: 38 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 one sole purpose: rest. Its name derives from the old French "faudesteuil," a folding seat of dignitaries, but it emancipated itself under Louis XV to become this comfort furniture with armrests. Unlike the chair, it favors a wider seat and a tilted back, inviting conversation rather than rigid posture. Whether it is a "bergère" with full cheeks to shelter from drafts or a lighter "bridge" armchair, it embodies the evolution of the art of living.