The Span Dining Armchair — Ebonized Oak Open Frame with Cognac Upholstered Seat & Back
An ebonised oak dining armchair whose frame sweeps in a continuous open arc from back to arm to leg — oak blackened so the grain still reads through the near-matte finish. The space between the arms and the backrest is left empty; that negative space is the design. A floating back panel and a cushioned seat sit suspended within the frame.
The upholstery is the counterpoint: a warm cognac fabric with a tactile, saddle-like weave wraps the floating back and the seat against the black oak. The open arms describe a clean arc from back post to front leg, framing the sitter without enclosing them, and the seat is generously cushioned for long dinners. It works around a dining table of four or six, or as an accent chair in a study or reading corner. Sold individually and in sets of two, four or six.
Ebonised oak is solid and matte-finished, hiding wear better than a pale wood and deepening quietly with use; the cognac fabric is densely woven and hard-wearing, and can be specified in a performance textile or leather for contract use. The upholstered elements are re-upholsterable while the oak frame endures.
Made to order. Upholstery colour and material can be changed (cognac is standard), the oak finished in an alternative tone, and the chair supplied in any quantity for a project. Trade and contract quotations available.
An ebonised-oak dining armchair with an open frame and cognac upholstered seat and back, sold singly or in sets, suited to dining rooms, studies and design-led interiors. For custom upholstery, alternative finishes, project quotations, or design assistance, contact contact@maisonilmarinen.com.
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✓ Handmade in our atelier
Crafted to order by hand. Never mass-produced, never held in stock.
◆ Real, natural materials
Solid marble and timber — quarried stone, solid oak and walnut. Never veneer or composite.
⬥ Two-year guarantee
EU legal guarantee of conformity. Transit damage made right within 30 days.
⬥ White-glove crating
Reinforced-crated and shipped worldwide, delivered curbside to your address.
Made for you
We begin the day you decide.
Because nothing is held in stock, your furniture does not exist until you commission it. That is the point. The wait is the work — and the work shows in every joint, edge and polished face.
You choose stone, wood and size. We confirm every detail in writing before a single cut is made.
The slab is selected by hand and set on a base joined from solid timber over 30–45 business days.
Your piece is crated in reinforced timber with foam, corner guards and moisture wrapping.
Shipped by sea worldwide and delivered curbside. Damage in transit is covered for 30 days.
Each Maison Ilmarinen piece is crafted to order, and many of its elements can be tailored to your interior. Should you wish to change the stone or its finish, select a different wood or base, adjust the dimensions, or request a detail not shown here, we are glad to prepare a personalised quotation.
Please review the full description carefully to confirm the materials, dimensions and options available. For any customisation or special sizing, write to us directly and a member of our atelier will respond promptly.
Send your request to contact@maisonilmarinen.com and include:
- The piece name (and reference code, MI…, if shown)
- Your preferred stone, finish, wood or base
- Required dimensions, and any other specific details
We will reply with a tailored quotation and guidance on production lead time. You may also reach us on +33 7 49 27 39 50, Monday–Friday, 9:00–18:00 CET.
Specifications
| Dimensions | Approx. 56 x 58 x 80 cm (W x D x H), seat height ~46 cm — estimate, to confirm with production |
| Weight | Estimated 7–8 kg |
| Payment, lead time & returns | Payment is made in full at order; a 50% deposit arrangement is available on request. Production takes 30–45 business days. As each piece is made to your order, the standard 14-day right of withdrawal does not apply (Art. L221-28). Pieces damaged or lost in transit are refunded or replaced in full — notify us within 30 days. |
Frequently asked questions
Approx. 56 x 58 x 80 cm (W x D x H), seat height ~46 cm — estimate, to confirm with production. Weight: Estimated 7–8 kg. Please note that as each piece is handcrafted, slight variations may occur.
Yes, this chairs can be fully customized to your specifications. We offer bespoke options for dimensions, finishes, and details. Contact our atelier to discuss your vision and create a truly unique piece.
As each chairs is made to order, production typically takes 8-12 weeks, followed by white-glove delivery. Custom pieces may require additional time. We will keep you informed throughout the process.
This chairs is meticulously packaged with museum-grade materials and shipped via white-glove delivery service. We offer worldwide shipping with full insurance, tracking, and professional installation upon request.
Yes, we offer flexible installment payment plans to make luxury furniture more accessible. For this chairs, we can arrange a payment schedule tailored to your needs. Contact us to discuss options.
We accept returns within 30 days of delivery for non-customized pieces in original condition. Custom and made-to-order Liquid error (blocks/ai_gen_block_8a41d67 line 327): wrong number of arguments (given 1, expected 3) are final sale due to their bespoke nature. Please review our complete return policy or contact us with any questions.
Our atelier is here to assist you with this chairs or any other piece. Reach us via email, phone, or through our contact form. We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours and are happy to provide additional details, imagery, or customization consultations.