For Whom the Chair Tolls
by habituallychic
05 . 09 . 12
I’m looking forward, as always, to the day when I have a big house with some outdoor space. When I do, I am definitely buying some vintage Tolix chairs for around my table. They were designed in 1934 by Xavier Pauchard who pioneered the process of galvanization in France. The sturdy, stackable, and rustproof chair became popular in commercial offices as well as outdoor bistros and public parks. As you can see from these images, they still work well in a multitude of spaces and are also available in colors and as stools. As Martha might say, “they’re a good thing.”
via Vogue
Anna Wintour residence via World of Interiors
Joan’s on Third, Los Angeles, CA
via House Beautiful
via Remodelista
via Elle Decor
via Vogue Living
Prune, New York, NY
via Nuevo Estilo
via Nuevo Estilo
The Standard Biergarten, New York, NY
The Standard Biergarten, New York, NY
Windsor Smith’s office.
Top Image via Architectural Digest
11 Comments
The Tolix are winning me over – I like indestructible. I don’t remember them as comfortable though!
i love the fun colors they come in and that they’re stackable!
I’ve always liked their industrial appeal. Very practical, can’t argue with that! Thanks for sharing the various cousins in their habitats. 🙂
Great photos- I would love Trolix chairs on a fabulous outdoor patio…one day!
Love the way they look. We have some in a conference room at my office. Have to say some mornings though they are awfully chilly to sit on!
Yep, the perfect chair–that yellow looks really yummy. thanks. Mary
Could you source them please… a high and a low?
Thanks!!!
Creative Tonic
They are a little too simple for this fancy girl, but in the right setting they look wonderful. Love the images.
Best…Victoria
great article….i have them in our dining room and love them…i featured them today here:
http:jvwhome.blogspot.com
always enjoy your posts!
OMG I LOVE this chairs:) so scandinavian style.
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have a great weekend.
LOVE Maria at inredningsvis.se
Tolix is the manufacturer but I’ve only heard this chair referred to as the ‘Marais Chair’ named for the district in Paris where they became ubiquitous.