Reader Chair
Starting at $8,900 USD
The Reader Chair is designed for rest, reading, and reflection. Key features include:
- Scissor-shaped silhouette rooted in a lineage from Savonarola X-chairs to the Christian faldstool
- Solid hardwood frame with chamfered edges, subtractive notches, and hooved feet
- Ergonomically angled back with a shaped cushion that supports the ideal head position for reading
- Guild Saddle leather seat and back, paired with custom square brass nuts featuring quilted edges and a built-in washer
- Structural clarity through visible joinery and exposed hardware
Stephen Alesch and Robin Standefer's Roman and Williams Guild Original Design are made to order by master artisans, with a lead time of 12-14 weeks. Make it yours by selecting your choice of fabric 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.
Reader Chair in undyed full-grain leather.
Rich and durable Guild Saddle leather is combined with fine wood and custom brass hardware.
"laser-like attention to details" - NEW YORK TIMES
Sharing the muscular anatomy of our archetypal Axis Series, expressing our language of forms with exposed attachments, chamfered edges, subtractive notches, and hooved feet.
Reader Chair
Starting at $8,900 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
Visit Us
53 HOWARD ST, NEW YORK, NY
