The Balzac chair is arguably the most important piece of furniture of the last twenty years and as such is permanently exhibited in the V and A. Its characteristic shape arose from designer Matthew Hilton's observations on the way that people actually sit in chairs - rarely upright and erect, but more often lolling, slouching or with their feet up. The Balzac encourages you to sit right back in its depths, the shape and position of the arms designed to accommodate where the sitter's own arms would naturally rest and with the optional ottoman the sitting position becomes more like that of a daybed than a chair. It is handmade to order in Norfolk where the skilled staff draw upon timeless English furniture making techniques and combine long established practices with proven modern materials. As shown the Balzac has a solid beech frame covered in multi-density foam, a sinuous steel spring platform with a duck over foam seat cushion and rounded oak legs. An ottoman (also shown) and a two seat and three seat sofa are also available. Your choice of fabric or leather. Please note: Rume furniture is not available to purchase online. Prices shown do not include fabric or leather but do include VAT. For a full quotation, information, fabric samples or to place an order please call us on 01273 777 810 or email us at [email protected] or if you feel like an adventure why not visit our lovely shop at Rume, 54 Western Road, Hove, BN3 1JD.