In 1908, Xavier Pauchard established a modest workshop in Autun where he began crafting utilitarian objects like watering cans and buckets. Soon after he aimed higher and with a zinc bath heated to 450°C, he meticulously shaped chairs, stools, and tables – pieces that fused functionality with stunning simplicity.

The distinctive Tolix style emerged from Pauchard’s visionary thinking and masterful craftsmanship. In the 1920s, the Tolix trademark was born, adorning factories, offices, and public parks. Yet, it was in the mid-20th century that Tolix truly soared, producing over 60,000 units annually of rustproof, robust, and stackable metal wonders.