What is a cane chair?

Cane chairs feature a woven pattern on either the seat or the back. They're called “cane” chairs because the woven part is made of cane, which is basically the skin of a rattan vine. Once it's peeled off, it's woven into the intricate pattern for furniture.

What is cane on a chair?

Cane is made by using rattan bark, a plant with a long stem. It is woven into a mesh of split canes, which is then stretched over parts of the framework. In this case, cane is woven to make a chair seat and back, for a rustic look. On 1stDibs, find a range of cane chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.

Are cane chairs strong?

Yes, a properly cared for cane chair is very strong. Because cane is a plant fiber, it can dry out and become brittle over time. However, with proper oiling and by keeping your chairs out of direct sunlight, you can enjoy your cane chairs for many years to come. You’ll find a wide selection of cane furniture, including chairs, on 1stDibs.

When were cane back chairs popular?

While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Are cane seat chairs comfortable?

Whether cane chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Designs vary widely, but pieces with upholstered seats may provide plusher support. On 1stDibs, find a variety of cane chairs.

How much does it cost to cane a chair seat?

To cane a chair, it will cost around $50 for the sheet and materials. If your chair has holes around the edges and it is an older piece, thin cane strands can be used to recane it. A professional will charge roughly $2 per hole, resulting in a chair costing approximately $350. Find cane furniture today on 1stDibs.

Cane Chair 1950

Host Chairs

Klismos Furniture

Cane Panels

Baker Mid Century Chair

Dining Chairs 17 Inch Wide

Baker Dining Room Set

Pierre Jeanneret Chair Teak

Baker Furniture Cane

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Upholstery

Set of Six Dining Chairs designed by Harvey Probber in COM

Set of Paul McCobb dining chairs by Winchendon

Located in Highland, IN

This handsome set of chairs by Paul McCobb have an elegant asian influence to the design. They have

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Upholstery, Maple

Set of Paul McCobb dining chairs by Winchendon

$3,500

Set of 6 Baker Mid-Century Dining Chairs New World Collection

Located in St. Louis, MO

Set of 6 dining chairs, two arm chairs and 4 side chairs with ebonized frames and cane backs

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane, Upholstery

Set of 6 Baker Mid-Century Dining Chairs New World Collection

$3,600

Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs, Pair, circa 1950s, Chandigarh, India

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

A pair of armless dining chairs designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Circa 1950s. Provenance: Panjab

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs, Pair, circa 1950s, Chandigarh, India

$14,000 / set

Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

chairs with compass style legs, cane seat, and cane seat back. Hand stenciling on the back of both chairs

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chairs, 1950s Chandigargh

$13,500 / item

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Iconic Lounge Chairs in Laminated Ash 1954

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of masterfully crafted lounge chairs model 5480 in laminated ash with caned back and brass

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pair of Iconic Lounge Chairs in Laminated Ash 1954

$12,000 / set

"Renette" Dining Chairs by Bertil Fridhagen, Bodafors, Sweden, 1958

By Bodafors, Bertil Fridhagen

Located in Hägersten, SE

Set of four dining chairs model "Renette" designed by Bertil Fridhagen. Produced in Sweden in 1958

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Cane, Oak

"Renette" Dining Chairs by Bertil Fridhagen, Bodafors, Sweden, 1958

$3,552 / set

Edward Wormley Bleached Mahogany Turquoise Side Chair

By Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

White washed mahogany side chair with turquoise vinyl covered seat and caned back by Edward Wormley

Category

Vintage 1950s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane

Edward Wormley Bleached Mahogany Turquoise Side Chair

$1,500

1950s Mid Century Modern Paul Frankl for John Stuart Pair of Chairs Z Style

By John Stuart, Paul Frankl

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Vintage Paul Frankl for John Stuart Mid-Century Modern Cane Back Chairs These vintage chairs are a

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Cane

1950s Mid Century Modern Paul Frankl for John Stuart Pair of Chairs Z Style

$1,995 / set

Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Dining Chairs Model 350

By Hvidt Mølgaard

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of six dining chairs model 350 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Dining Chairs Model 350

$7,698

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Amarillo, TX

6 Dunbar curved mahogany dining chairs in unused refinished and restored condition

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Cane, Upholstery

Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$8,250

Nanna Ditzel model 110 dining chairs Poul Kolds Savvaerk Denmark 1955

By Kolds Savvaerk, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Savvaerk, Denmark 1955. This dining chair has a solid teak frame with a woven cane seat. They are very nice

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Nanna Ditzel model 110 dining chairs Poul Kolds Savvaerk Denmark 1955

$5,862 / set

Set of Børge Mogensen "BM61" Dining Chairs by P. Lauritsen Søn, 1950s

By Børge Mogensen, P. Lauritsen Son 1

Located in Odense, DK

Stunning set of 6 dining chairs in oak and rattan cane designed by Danish designer Børge Mogensen

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Set of Børge Mogensen "BM61" Dining Chairs by P. Lauritsen Søn, 1950s

$14,804 / set

Set of Børge Mogensen "BM61" Dining Chairs by P. Lauritsen Søn, 1950s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Odense, DK

Stunning set of 6 dining chairs in oak and rattan cane designed by Danish designer Børge Mogensen

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Set of Børge Mogensen "BM61" Dining Chairs by P. Lauritsen Søn, 1950s

$14,804 / set

Gio Ponti Superleggera Dining Chairs by Cassina in Italy

By Gio Ponti

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare set of ten chairs model 699 / Superleggera designed by Gio Ponti. Produced by Cassina in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Ash

Gio Ponti Superleggera Dining Chairs by Cassina in Italy

$20,725

Set of Four Paul McCobb Perimeter Group Maple Dining Chairs

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Miami, FL

Striking set of four Mid-Century Modern maple dining chairs designed by Paul McCobb for the

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Maple

Set of Four Paul McCobb Perimeter Group Maple Dining Chairs

$1,800

Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, 1955

By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs

Located in London, GB

Nupponen Oy of Finland, 1955. All six chairs have solid teak frames, woven cane backs and seats upholstered

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Cane, Teak

Set of Six Teak Dining Chairs by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, 1955

$9,737

George Nelson for Herman Miller Set of 4 Side Chairs

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

George Nelson set of 4 side chairs. Caned backs in good shape with Maple Frame construction. Some

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Maple

George Nelson for Herman Miller Set of 4 Side Chairs

$2,000 / set

Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model W2 by C.M Madsen in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Set of four rare Hans Wegner dining chairs model W2. Produced by C.M Madsen in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model W2 by C.M Madsen in Denmark

$4,737

E. Knudsen Dining Chairs Model 47 Produced by Jensen Lykkegaard

By E. Knudsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of 12 dining chairs model 47 designed by E. Knudsen. Produced by Jensen & Lykkegaard in

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Cane, Teak

E. Knudsen Dining Chairs Model 47 Produced by Jensen Lykkegaard

$23,094 / set

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-1956, Chandigarh, India

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-1956, Chandigarh, India

$6,000

Elegant Restored Set of Twelve Throne Dining Chairs by Willow and Reed

By Willow and Reed

Located in Atlanta, GA

An exceptionally rare set of twelve (12) rattan and cane dining chairs, circa 1955. The set

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Elegant Restored Set of Twelve Throne Dining Chairs by Willow and Reed

$29,500 / set

Set of 6 Bambi Dining Chairs by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling Norway

By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

first time. Retaining original finish and cane. The chairs have a wonderfully rich warm patina.

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 6 Bambi Dining Chairs by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling Norway

$30,728

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Ebonized Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Ten

By Paul McCobb, H Sacks Sons

Located in South Bend, IN

A very rare and exceptional set of ten Mid-Century Modern dining chairs By Paul McCobb for H

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Ebonized Mahogany Dining Chairs, Set of Ten

$15,995 / set

Rolf Rastad Adolf Relling “Bambi” Armchair for Gustav Bahus

By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad

Located in Los Angeles, CA

on the original woven cane seat rest. This chairs versatility makes it a great addition as a side

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Rolf Rastad Adolf Relling “Bambi” Armchair for Gustav Bahus

$3,200

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs with Arms

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

A stunning set of ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar dining chairs, all with arms. The original cane on

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Set of Ten Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs with Arms

$69,500

French Caned Cube Chairs

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fantastic pair of French Caned chairs - circa 1950's, France Great cube shape with caning on all

Category

Vintage 1950s French Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

French Caned Cube Chairs

$13,500

Set of 8 Unilabor Chairs MT 552, Geraldo de Barros, 1960s, Brazilian Design

By Unilabor, Geraldo de Barros

Located in New York, NY

metalworkers. The chairs weren't restored yet by our team. Wood restoration service and natural cane

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rosewood

Set of 8 Unilabor Chairs MT 552, Geraldo de Barros, 1960s, Brazilian Design

$44,800 / set

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-1956, Chandigarh, India

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-1956, Chandigarh, India

$6,000

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-1956, Chandigarh, India

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-1956, Chandigarh, India

$6,000

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India

$6,000

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India

$6,000

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India

$6,000

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Chandigarh, India

$6,000

Pair of Office Dining Armchairs by Pierre Jeanneret from Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Chicago, IL

Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967). A pair of armchairs called "office cane chairs." In teak, with

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Office Dining Armchairs by Pierre Jeanneret from Chandigarh

$16,000

Arne Vodder Dining Chairs Model 51 Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of dining chairs model 51 designed by Arne Vodder. Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak, Teak

Arne Vodder Dining Chairs Model 51 Produced by Sibast Møbelfabrik in Denmark

$29,015 / set

Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-23 by Carl Hansen Son in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Beautiful and rare set of eight dining chairs model CH-23 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Carl

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-23 by Carl Hansen Son in Denmark

$10,066

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Punjab Agricultural University

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, Circa 1955-56, Punjab Agricultural University

$6,000

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-56, Punjab University, Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, circa 1955-56, Punjab University, Chandigarh

$6,000

Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-31 Produced by Carl Hansen Son in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare dining chairs model CH-31 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Carl Hansen & Son in

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Hans Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-31 Produced by Carl Hansen Son in Denmark

$21,317 / set

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Set of 12 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

cane. Contrasting the massive wooden parts, which frame it nicely, cane expresses a lightness with its

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Set of 12 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

$71,900 / set

Niels O. Møller Dining Chairs Model 56 by J. L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of six dining chairs model 56 designed by Niels O. Møller. Produced by J. L. Møllers

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Niels O. Møller Dining Chairs Model 56 by J. L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark

$8,882

Set of Four Dining Chairs in the Manner of Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of four dining chairs in the manner of Vladimir Kagan, American, circa 1950s. Curvaceous

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Four Dining Chairs in the Manner of Vladimir Kagan

$2,800

Neoclassical Ruby Red Velvet Dining Chairs Set of 4 by Arturo Pani Mexico, 1950s

By Arturo Pani

Located in Chula Vista, CA

in ruby red velvet with brass capped legs. Chairs feature black painted scrolled iron, woven cane

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Neoclassical Ruby Red Velvet Dining Chairs Set of 4 by Arturo Pani Mexico, 1950s

$8,400 / set

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Set of 8 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

We offer a set of 8 authentic Pierre Jeanneret dining chairs (we offer 6, 10 or 12 too). Normally

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Set of 8 Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

$48,900 / set

Radiant Set of 14 Rattan Chairs in Cordovan and Caramel by Wisner for Ficks Reed

By Ficks Reed, John Wisner

Located in Atlanta, GA

) side chairs. Stout rattan and hardwood frame with beautiful cane accents and details. Comfortable

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Hardwood

Radiant Set of 14 Rattan Chairs in Cordovan and Caramel by Wisner for Ficks Reed

$39,500 / set

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, C. 1955-56, Post-Graduate Institute, Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Office chair in solid teak with seat and backrest in cane. Slanted, slightly curved backrest

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair, C. 1955-56, Post-Graduate Institute, Chandigarh

$6,000

Hans Wegner Set of Six Dining Chairs Model W2 Produced by C.M Madsen in Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare set of six dining chairs model W2 designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by C.M Madsen in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Hans Wegner Set of Six Dining Chairs Model W2 Produced by C.M Madsen in Denmark

$8,882

Pierre Jeanneret Black Floating Back Office Chair, Circa 1950s, Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Rare black floating back office chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Provenance: Punjab

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Black Floating Back Office Chair, Circa 1950s, Chandigarh

$8,500

Dunbar Armchair Pair, Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Sculptural form pair of arm chairsdesigned by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. New leather upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane, Leather

Dunbar Armchair Pair, Edward Wormley

$8,800

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs Authentic

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Manhasset, NY

Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs, Pair, PJ-010101T, Teak, Cane France/India, c

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs Authentic

$12,200

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Oscar Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1956

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Deerfield Beach, FL

Rodrigues, the "Oscar" consists of a solid Rosewood frame completed with seat and backrest in handwoven cane

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Oscar Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1956

$17,000 / set

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 office chair, black color, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

A beautiful set of 4 black color Pierre Jeanneret office chairs. All chairs are in good vintage

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 office chair, black color, 1950s

$22,000 / set

Nanna Ditzel , ‘Hanging Egg’, 1959 for R. Wengler

By Nanna Ditzel

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Nanna Ditzel ‘Hanging Egg’ chair of woven cane, metal chain and seat cushion in blue fabric

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane

Nanna Ditzel , ‘Hanging Egg’, 1959 for R. Wengler

$10,658

the Rocking Chaise by Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An adjustable rocking chaise with caned seat and back with bent ash frame and upholstered cushion

Category

Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ash, Cane

the Rocking Chaise by Edward Wormley

$26,000

Pierre Jeanneret Black Easy Armchairs, Set of Six, Circa1955-56s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Very rare black color easy armchairs designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh project. Sold as a set of six.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Black Easy Armchairs, Set of Six, Circa1955-56s

$108,000

PK22 in wicker by Poul Kjaerholm

Located in Highland, IN

One of Kjaerholm's masterworks, the PK22 is a study in minimal elegance. The steel legs and frame support the woven wicker seat and back. This example produced by Fritz Hansen is in ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

PK22 in wicker by Poul Kjaerholm

$2,250

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Cane Chair 1950 For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cane chair 1950 you’re looking for. Frequently made of natural fiber, cane and wood, every cane chair 1950 was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the cane chair 1950 you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A cane chair 1950, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Pierre Jeanneret, Hans J. Wegner and Edward Wormley each produced at least one beautiful cane chair 1950 that is worth considering.

How Much is a Cane Chair 1950?

A cane chair 1950 can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,423, while the lowest priced sells for $197 and the highest can go for as much as $82,500.

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With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Cane Chair 1950

What is a cane chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Cane chairs feature a woven pattern on either the seat or the back. They're called “cane” chairs because the woven part is made of cane, which is basically the skin of a rattan vine. Once it's peeled off, it's woven into the intricate pattern for furniture.
What is cane on a chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Cane is made by using rattan bark, a plant with a long stem. It is woven into a mesh of split canes, which is then stretched over parts of the framework. In this case, cane is woven to make a chair seat and back, for a rustic look. On 1stDibs, find a range of cane chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
Are cane chairs strong?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, a properly cared for cane chair is very strong. Because cane is a plant fiber, it can dry out and become brittle over time. However, with proper oiling and by keeping your chairs out of direct sunlight, you can enjoy your cane chairs for many years to come. You’ll find a wide selection of cane furniture, including chairs, on 1stDibs.
When were cane back chairs popular?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While cane back chairs have been made around the globe for thousands of years, it was in the 1970s that this style took the world by storm and became a must for many households. It’s the organic, natural look of a cane back chair that made it so desirable and that makes it a modern furniture element as well, with its tropical vibe and vacation attitude. Shop a collection of cane back chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Are cane seat chairs comfortable?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Whether cane chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Designs vary widely, but pieces with upholstered seats may provide plusher support. On 1stDibs, find a variety of cane chairs.
How much does it cost to cane a chair seat?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
To cane a chair, it will cost around $50 for the sheet and materials. If your chair has holes around the edges and it is an older piece, thin cane strands can be used to recane it. A professional will charge roughly $2 per hole, resulting in a chair costing approximately $350. Find cane furniture today on 1stDibs.

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