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Chairs have been an essential part of human history since a medieval inventor decided to add legs to a chest (not a euphemism) and elevate its contents for sitting and protective purposes. NOLA.com's got a killer breakdown of chair designs and innovations from before the 12th century to today. Grab a chair, sit a spell, and learn about an object you use every day. [NOLA.com]