Club chair

[citation needed] While the club chair is undoubtedly a classic feature of interior decor in France, it remains just as relevant as ever today.

[citation needed] Design, carpentry, fellmongery, upholstery and colouring are the main crafts involved in the manufacture of a club armchair.

The club armchair first appeared at the start of the 20th century, with the application of a new padding technique, using double conical springs not only in the seat cushion but also in the backrest and armrests.

Industrial progress led to the replacement of this padding method with no-sag springs or elastic webbing, together with synthetic foam.

[citation needed] Coverings have changed as industrial techniques have developed, and have included Mercerised cotton, velvet, calfskin and, most recently, bi-cast leather.

With a vegetable-tanned sheep's leather covering, the marks and defects in the skin are visible through the dye, making each chair unique.