The epitome of French café life, it's rumored that Xavier Pauchard's Marais AC Chair (1934) was created for use in the weather forecasting room on a battleship. We asked the manufacturer about this, but even their records are... See more » The epitome of French café life, it's rumored that Xavier Pauchard's Marais AC Chair (1934) was created for use in the weather forecasting room on a battleship. We asked the manufacturer about this, but even their records are unclear. Still, we do know that after its possible time at sea, the Marais was supplied to bars and brasseries by breweries in exchange for selling their beer. This arrangement ended in the 1970s, but that didn't stop the demand for these durable chairs and stools made in France. Crafted of sheet steel, the Marais Collection is available in either varnished gunmetal grey or powder coated lemon and vermillion. These colors are exclusive to DWR, as is the Marais AC Chair, which is the original and first design dating back to 1934. Slight surface abrasions and markings are characteristic of the material and part of its hardworking machine aesthetic. Rubber feet prevent damage to floors. The Marais Collection will stand up to the rigors of public use, but should be protected from wet weather conditions to maintain the finish. Stackable up to 8 high. Made in France.