Named after a Swedish king, the thronelike silhouette and handwoven seagrass seat give it genuine character, while the ebony-painted mindi wood keeps it from feeling too rustic. Works particularly well in dining rooms that can handle a bit of visual weight; I'd use it around darker wood tables or in spaces where you want the seating to anchor the room. The seagrass will develop a patina over time and may need occasional tightening, but that's part of the appeal with handcrafted pieces.