The Marlow is a tall, straight-sided oak chair built around one practical detail: an open slot in the top rail that works as a handhold. Servers and guests grab the rail instead of the cane, which keeps the woven panel from being pushed and stretched every time the chair is pulled out.
Construction. Solid hardwood frame in a natural oak tone, with the cane panel set into a rebate between the back posts and the lower back rail. The legs are tied by side and center stretchers, and the seat frame is corner-blocked, glued and screwed. The seat is a padded cushion on a plywood pan, fixed from below so it can be re-covered without touching the joinery.
Where it works. Bistros, wine bars, bakery-cafes and hotel restaurants that want a light, natural look with some texture. The tall back reads well along a banquette wall, giving the chair side of the table the same visual height as the booth.
Options. Natural, honey, walnut or black stain; cane or upholstered back panel; seat in contract vinyl, leather or COM. Cane is a natural material, so plan for it to darken slightly with handling; a clear coat slows this down.
