Jean Prouvé'Metropole' Dining Chairs Mod. 306 (Set of 10)

“In my mind, a chair had to be light. A chair always breaks at the rear joint between the legs and the seat. This is the reason why all my pieces of furniture have forms of equal resistance.” Created in 1934, the Metropole chair is based on human anatomy. At the back, the tension is stronger since it is the part that supports the weight of the torso. The back feet then carry most of the person's weight, hence their thickening. Their shape avoids the damage caused by swinging & leaning. The chair gives the impression of stability and solidity while relying on simple shapes and materials. The 306 Metropole is a variation of the Standard 305 chair, upholstered with leather to add comfort. Location: Paris