Director's Chair
Starting at $8,000 USD
The Director’s Chair is designers Stephen Alesch and Robin Standefer's reimagining of the classic X-chair. The solid hardwood frame is crafted for strength and marked by chamfered edges, carved notches, and hooved feet—signatures of Guild joinery. The seat and back are cut from heavyweight, hand-tooled leather for lasting comfort, while hand-forged metal hardware adds craftsmanship detailing. Referencing Japanese folding stools and historic field chairs, the Director’s Chair sits taller than the Reader Chair, pairing naturally with the Axis Table or standing alone as a striking accent.
Our Original Designs are made to order by master artisans, with a lead time of 12-14 weeks. Make it yours by selecting your choice of fabric, metal and wood finishes. View the Fabric Catalogue here.
Metal Finishes
Signature Finishes
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Burnished Brass
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ETERNAL BRASS
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Blackened Brass
Distinctive Finishes
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Pewter
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Burnished Nickel
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French Silver
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Rose Gold
Wood Finishes
Signature Finishes
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Oyster Waxed Oak
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Oxidized Oak
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Black Inked Oak
Distinctive Finishes
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MAPLE OXIDIZED
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Old Growth White Oak Soaped
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Figured Black Walnut Brilliant Polish
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Figured Black Walnut Danish Oil
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Claro Walnut Brilliant Polish
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Claro Walnut Danish Oil
About the Designers
Stephen Alesch and Robin Standefer are the founders and principals of Roman and Williams, Roman and Williams Guild, La Mercerie, and Guild Gallery. In addition to finding and assembling the world’s most prodigious artists for their modern guild of the senses, the husband-and-wife team prolifically makes, creates, and leads. In their work, nature serves as a timeless source of inspiration for the future of how we live.
X-shaped frame crafted from solid hardwood, chosen for its exceptional grain and strength.
Hand-forged metal hardware, made in a Maine foundry, for subtle yet enduring detail
The Director's Chair paired with the Ovo Pedestal Table
Hand-tooled, heavyweight leather seat and back, finished for lasting comfort and support
Designed to echo Japanese folding stools and historic field chairs
Director's Chair
Starting at $8,000 USD
Customize with our selection of Living Finishes.
Make It Yours
Our team of Design Specialists are ready to answer any of your questions and help inspire you from frame to finish.
CHAT WITH US VIA THE ICON IN THE LOWER RIGHT
CALL THE STORE 212-852-9099
EMAIL DESIGNSPECIALIST@RWGUILD.COM
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53 HOWARD ST, NEW YORK, NY
