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Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Armchair
Located in West Hartford, CT
Vintage rattan and bamboo chair with caned seat and curved back.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Vintage Six-Band Rattan Armchair with 10-Band Three-Sided Base
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
rest slats) (2) Vintage Six-Band Rattan Slipper Chair (3) Vintage Six-Band Large Slanted
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Set of 4 Dining Chairs in Rattan and Bentwood by Mundus, Yugoslavia 1970
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Beograd, RS
the period after Mundus split with Thonet. Chairs are made of rattan and beech bentwood. Rattan on the
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Vintage 1970s Croatian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Restored Vintage 1930s Boho Chic Rattan Square Side Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
is the leading expert on vintage rattan and the author of "Rattan Furniture: Tropical Comfort
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Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Boho High Back Brighton Pavillion Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the timeless allure of American Boho with our Vintage High Back Brighton Pavilion Chair
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Paul Frankl Geometric Back Rattan Dining Chair, Set of Three
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage "T Back" rattan dining room chair, included is a set of three chairs. Each chair features a
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Coastal Bamboo Ribbons Pod Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Coastal bamboo chairs. Chic strips of bamboo bent into the coveted pod
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Coastal McGuire “Belden” Cane Chairs - a Pair
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of vintage McGuire "Belden" cane chairs that capture timeless coastal elegance. With their
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Midcentury "Slat Back" Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Six
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage "Slat Back" rattan dining room chair, included is a set of six chairs. Cushions made to
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Italian Vintage Chairs in Walnut and Natural Rattan, Italy 1970s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Roma, IT
Six chairs in the style of Pierre Jeanneret for design and materials used. Produced in Italy
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Straw, Cane, Walnut

Midcentury "Slat Back" Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Six
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage "Slat Back" rattan dining room chair, included is a set of six chairs. Cushions made to
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Stick Rattan Spindle Barrel Dining Arm Chair, Four Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of four vintage rattan dining room chairs, each chair features a padded seat and seat back with
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

mid 20th Century Rattan Lounge Chair and Ottoman Custom Upholstered Sunbrella
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Experience the perfect blend of comfort and style with this vintage rattan lounge chair and ottoman
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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Rattan "Elephant Boot" Chair by Eero Aarnio
By Eero Aarnio
Located in Philadelphia, PA
rattan furniture in the vintage marketplace has damage or unraveling of some kind, but this chair is in
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Caned Chair by J. Hoffmann, Thonet Editions
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in AIGNAN, FR
chairs or as an occasional chair in a universe where styles are mixed. Vintage condition, some marks
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Mid-20th Century European Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Triple Strand Rattan Sofa Chair Orange Fabric Cushions Style Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage triple strand rattan sofa and chair in the style of Heywood Wakefield with
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Early 20th Century American Campaign Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Coastal Giovanni Travassa “Eva” Chair for Bonacina
By Mauro Bonacina 1
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Incredible pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs. The coveted “Eva” chair by Giovanni Travassa for
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Slatted Bamboo Pod Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular vintage Italian pod chair. Chic slatted bamboo with an inset woven rattan seat
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Italians Wicker Works Tub Chairs, a Pair
By Wicker Works
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of vintage Coastal tub chairs. Beautiful woven rattan made by the Wicker Works
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Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored Slat Legs and Back Rattan Dining Chair, Set of Six
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage slat leg rattan dining room chair, included is a set of six chairs. Designed in the manner
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Slat Legs and Back Rattan Dining Chair, Set of Six
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage slat leg rattan dining room chair, included is a set of six chairs. Designed in the manner
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Loop Leg Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Three
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage loop leg rattan dining room chair, set of three. Each chair features a green vinyl seat
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century "Slat Back" Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Six
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage "Slat Back" rattan dining room chair, included is a set of four chairs. Each chair features
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-20th Century Refinished burnt Rattan Cane Side Arm Chairs-Pair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
rattan side arm chairs. Crafted with sturdy rattan frames, these chairs feature intricately woven cane
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair with Scrolled Arms
By Franco Albini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage rattan beauty from the 1970s. This rocker features stained rattan frame with neutral
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Restored Midcentury Rattan Side Chair with Large Wicker Fan Back, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage rattan and wicker side chair, included is a set of two chairs. Each chair features a large
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Pair of Eero Aarnio Wicker Round Lounge Chairs
By Eero Aarnio
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of vintage 1960s wicker round lounge chairs by Eero Aarnio. These have the original wicker
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored Vintage Teal Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Armchairs in Style of Paul F
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six-strand square pretzel arm rattan occasional chairs with stacked base. Both chairs have been
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Five Vintage Bamboo Chairs by Vivai del Sud, 1960s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Milano, IT
. The set consists of a total of 5 chairs completely made of bamboo in the frame and the seat in rattan
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Six Vintage Colonial Style McGuire Bamboo Rattan Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
These well constructed chairs combine colonial elegance and tropical flair. The seats are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Colonial Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

MCM Heywood Wakefield Ashcraft Rattan Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered - Set of 2
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Rare Heywood Wakefield Ashcraft Rattan Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Restored Midcentury "Slat Back" Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of 6
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage "Slat Back" rattan dining room chair, included is a set of six chairs. Each chair features
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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage dining chair, made in italy 1960s - Cod003
Located in Torino, IT
Vintage dining chair, Italy 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage dining chair, made in italy 1960s - Cod004
Located in Torino, IT
Vintage dining chair, Italy 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Bentwood Rattan Hollywood Regency Fan Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Bentwood Rattan Hollywood Regency Fan Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4. Circa Late 20th
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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Coastal McGuire Target Back Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gorgeous pair of vintage McGuire lounge chairs. The iconic Target Back design with the McGuire logo
Category

Late 20th Century North American Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Chairs with Scrolling Back, Set of 4
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of four vintage rattan dining room chairs, each chair features a removable padded seat and a
Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Mahogany Seat, Set of Six
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage rattan dining room side chair with a mahogany seat, included is a set of six chairs. Each
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Midcentury "T-Back" Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage "T-Back" rattan dining room chair, included is a set of four chairs. Each chair features a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Rattan and Bamboo Lounge Armchair from Arco, 1950s Germany Mid-Century
By Arco
Located in Zagreb, HR
A beautiful collectible vintage lounge chair in rattan and bamboo, produced by Arco Schutzmarke
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Boho Chic Bamboo Rattan Balloon Back Arm Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Wonderful set of 4 vintage bohemian bamboo rattan arm chairs. Each feature a balloon back with
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Vintage 1980s Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Four Vintage English Military Campaign Folding Chairs Berger Rattan Seat
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning set of four vintage Military campaign folding
Category

20th Century English Campaign Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pair of Bamboo Rattan Lounge Armchairs
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant pair of Mid-Century Modern original bamboo lounge chairs. All original fabric which is
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

1970 s Coastal Organic Modern Rattan Wicker Barrel Tub Chairs Ficks Reed Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Pair of Vintage 1970s Rattan Wicker Tub Chairs by Ficks Reed. These chairs feature a graceful
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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Pair of Vintage Brighton Pavillion Style Chinoiserie Bamboo Rattan Armchairs
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Rising on six legs these intricately crafted chairs with cane seats feature bamboo frames and
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Vintage Coastal Rare McGuire Bent Bamboo Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular vintage set of 8 rare coastal dining chairs. Made by the iconic McGuire group of San
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Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Vintage Wicker Wingback Armchairs Rattan Armchairs Palm Beach Style Pair
Located in Rochester, NY
Woven wicker rattan lounge chairs. Iconic weathered regal wingback armchair set. Gorgeous vintage
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20th Century American Country Wingback Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Vintage Maison Louis Drucker set of 6 Arm Chairs Paris
By Maison Louis Drucker
Located in Atlanta, GA
terraces of Paris and around the world with its colorful cane rattan chairs. Located near Paris, our
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1990s French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Chiavarine Chairs Lacquered Wood Vintage Manufactured in Italy 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A group of four chairs, lacquered wood, intertwined rattan. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Vintage Italian Bamboo Rocking Chair
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Italian bamboo rocking chair from the 1950s. The rocking chair is made entirely of bamboo
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with "Hour Glass" Back, Set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage rattan dining room side chair with "Hour Glass" back, included is a set of four chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Loop Leg Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Six, circa 1950
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage loop leg rattan dining room chair, set of six chairs. Each chair features a black vinyl
Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with "Hour Glass" Back Set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage rattan dining room side chair with "Hour Glass" back, included is a set of four chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Coastal 1950s Pencil Reed Lounge Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An incredible 1950s Coastal lounge chair. A chic pencil reed with a bent rattan frame. Coordinating
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Vintage 1950s Philippine Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Reed

Set of Four McGuire Rattan Leona Loop Back Dining Arm Chairs
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A set of four rattan arm chairs, designed by breakthrough innovator Elinor McGuire in the
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Midcentury Swoop Triple Pole Arm Rattan Armchair with Tic-Tac-Toe Back
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage swoop arm rattan dining room chair featuring a triple pole back seatback forming in what is
Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-20th Century Restored Custom Upholstered Rattan Swivel Arm Dining Chairs
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Capture the relaxed elegance of mid-century design with this stunning set of vintage rattan swivel
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

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Vintage Rattan Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage rattan chairs available for sale. The range of distinct vintage rattan chairs — often made from natural fiber, rattan and fabric — can elevate any home. We have 1422 antique and vintage vintage rattan chairs in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Vintage rattan chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of vintage rattan chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and Scandinavian Modern vintage rattan chairs are of considerable interest. Vintage rattan chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by McGuire Furniture Company, Ficks Reed and John and Elinor McGuire are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Rattan Chairs?

Vintage rattan chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,600, while the lowest priced sells for $125 and the highest can go for as much as $253,000.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

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 Vintage Rattan Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To renew a rattan chair, start by stripping away its old finish. Apply a conditioner approved for use on rattan, and then refinish as desired. Shop a variety of antique and vintage rattan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if rattan is vintage, examine the furnishing in search of a maker's marking. Vintage is the term for any rattan furniture made between 20 and 99 years ago. Older pieces are antique, and more recently crafted ones are contemporary. By researching the maker and the pieces they produced using trusted online resources, you may be able to roughly determine the year of production. Characteristics of your furniture can aid in the dating process, too. Often, vintage pieces have hardwood rather than metal frames, and the rattan will be natural rather than resin. Should you require any assistance, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of rattan furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many furniture lovers believe that rattan chairs are worth it. Not only is rattan a visually appealing choice of material for furniture making, but it is also a lightweight, durable material that resists damage due to UV, moisture and fluctuations in temperature. Rattan chairs in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Art Deco styles are especially popular today. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in rattan chairs is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find rattan chairs and other seating on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, you can usually refinish rattan chairs. First, you will need to strip away the old finish. Then, you can apply a new finish to the chair. The type of finish you should use depends on whether you will display your chair indoors or outdoors. You'll find a range of rattan chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between rattan and bamboo chairs is what they are made of. Rattan comes from a number of vine-like plants and resembles a reed. Derived from grass-like plants in the Bambusoideae subfamily, bamboo is a material more similar to wood. Due to the properties of the materials, rattan chairs tend to be lighter and more flexible than bamboo chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of rattan and bamboo chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Round rattan chairs are known as papasan chairs. Papasan chairs are characterized by their large bowl shape, which rests in a rattan frame, and is complete with a large cushion. Shop a collection of Papasan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between rattan and wicker is that one is a material, and the other is a crafting technique. Wicker is a method of weaving together thin, slightly rigid elements together. Rattan is one material used to make wicker. It is a slightly flexible, wood-like substance that comes from one of hundreds of species of climbing vines from the Calamoideae subfamily. Artisans also produce wicker out of other materials, such as reeds, bamboo, willow and resin polymers. Explore a wide range of rattan and wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.