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Material: Rattan
Vivai del Sud bamboo rattan armchairs 1960s.
Located in bari, IT
Pair of two Vintage Rattan or Bamboo Armchairs manufactured by Vivai del Sud. Vivai del Sud was a leading Italian manufacturer in the 1960s and 1970s, specialising in furniture made ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
$2,848 / set
Talalla Armchair Handmade in Dark Teak Rattan Linen Mid Century Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Armchair beautifully captures the spirit of tropical ease and timeless Mediterranean charm, offering both exceptional comfort and sophisticated character. This exquisite ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood, Wood, Feathers, Foam, Linen, Rattan, Teak
Kuki Armchair Handmade in Teak Linen Rattan Scandi Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Kuki Armchair is crafted with the effortless elegance of a modern, tropical aesthetic in mind, blending showmanship with subtlety to create a piece perfect for a cozy yet refined...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Teak, Linen, Foam, Hardwood, Feathers, Wood
Pair of rattan « bretzel » armchairs
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Beautiful pair of « bretzel » 1970s rattan armchairs in the style of Paul Frankl with suede cushions.
Very comfortable, in great condition.
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1970s Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
$2,848 / set
Dutch design rattan armchair from the 1950s with a high back
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This nice vintage rattan armchair from the 1950s is a real eye-catcher if you ask us. It can be easily placed outside or under a canopy, but it also looks great indoors! Over the yea...
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1950s Classical Roman Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Rare Set of Dirk Van Sliedregt Rattan Lounge Chairs
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare set of Dirk Van Sliedregt rattan lounge chairs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Contemporary Armchair with Ottoman, Caramel Velvet / Natural Rattan
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Dark stained solid oak wood structure.
Natural woven rattan back.
Stain and water resistant soft velvet.
Stainless steel accents in gold finish.
Available in COM upon request.
Showin...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Rattan armchair, Italy 1970
Located in Roma, RM
Rattan armchair, Italy 1970.
Product details
Dimensions: 60 L x 103 H x 66 D cm
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
New Upholstered Rattan Seating Set, 4x Armchairs 1x Stool 1x Coffee Table, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
New upholstered rattan seating set consisting of 4x swivel and tilt armchairs 1x stool 1x coffee table, 1960s Italy.
The armchairs and the stool have been newly upholstered. A uni...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Smoked Glass
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bent Bamboo Rattan Two Patio Armchairs, 1960s, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Riviera style vintage bent bamboo rattan set of two garden patio armchairs or Lounge chairs designed, 1960s, Italy.
The set o...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Midcentury Modern Style Rattan Armchairs In Custom Finishes-Set of 2
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The natural wooden structure features a rattan back and side handcrafted using the Portuguese traditional techniques. Two upholstered velvet cushions are placed on the seat and back of the armchair
Treatments: Fire Resistant; Pet Proof; Water Repellent Velvet...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Fabric
Danny Ho Fong Style Rattan Arm Chairs, A Pair
Located in Denton, TX
Danny Ho Fong Style Curved High Back Rattan Arm Chairs, A Pair.
Category
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Polyester
Pair Vintage McGuire Bamboo Chairs With New Coral Chenille Cushions
By McGuire
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of McGuire style rattan armchairs with new coral chenille cushions, showcasing the brand’s signature blend of organic form and refined design. The chairs feature a distinctive...
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Elinor McGuire M-71 Occasional Chair
Located in Highland, IN
Elinor McGuire designed this model M-71 occasional chair for McGuire of San Fransisco, the company she started with her husband John. McGuire furniture is made to last for generation...
Category
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Alvar Aalto, Birch, Rattan, Black Linen Webbing, Armchairs, Finland, 1980s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Manhasset, NY
Alvar Aalto, Artek, Birch, Rattan, Black Linen Webbing, "Model 45" Armchairs, Finland, 1980s
Pair of "Model 45" armchairs designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek and produced in Finland c...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Rattan, Birch
Pair of Design Rattan Armchairs
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unusual pair of design armchairs is made of rattan . This is a French work. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Fabulous 1970s Vintage Rattan "Peacock" Armchair
Located in New York, NY
Peacock style Armchair, mid-20th century
Rattan, with fabric cushion, excellent condition for age. Local pick up or delivery available at no cost.
Seat height approx. 16.5
Category
Late 20th Century Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Rare Vintage Bauhaus Rattan
Bamboo Chair with Ottoman by Erich Dieckmann, 1930
Located in Praha, CZ
This bauhaus-style armchair was designed by Erich Dieckmann in Germany during the 1930s.
This Chair is made from three kinds of materials:Rattan, Bamboo and Metal.
The chair has som...
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1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Danish High Back Pine and Wicker Tage Poulsen Mid-century Lounge Chair, 1960s
By Tage Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish High-back Wicker and Rattan brutalist armchair by the Danish architect Tage Poulsen. Ca. 1960-1970s.
The chair is in patinated pine and with wicker in both seat and back.
...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Pine
$1,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Henry Olko for Willow and Reed Sculpted Rattan and Cane Throne Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie high back throne chairs or lounge chairs
By Henry Olko for Willow and Reed, ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
Rattan Wicker Caned Back Upholstered Chair with Ottoman, Circa 1980s
Located in Germantown, MD
Rattan Wicker caned back upholstered chair with ottoman set. Excellent vintage condition. Very comfortable.
Measurements : Chair: 22.5" ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Model 45 Lounge Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s Set of 4
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Model 45 Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s
Beautiful vintage armchair designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in the 1970s. This version features a solid birch frame with linen webbing...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Rattan, Beech
Set of Two Armchairs with Stools in Cane
Iron, Carlo Hauner, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Carlo Hauner in the 1950s, these two armchairs feature an iron structure with four slender legs, a tall backrest, a curved seat, and wide armrests—all finished in handwov...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of His
Hers Rattan Bamboo Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs Ottoman MINT!
By Ficks Reed, McGuire
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of His & Hers Rattan Bamboo Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs Ottoman MINT!
Large Chair: 28in x 32in x 34in Seat Height: 14.5in
Ottoman: 21in x 27in x 17in Seat Height: 16
Small ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Upholstery, Bamboo
Pencil Reed Wing Back Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Miami, FL
A gorgeous vintage fan back pencil-reed split bamboo armchair dating from the 1970s. The hand-crafted barrel shaped back imparts a superior level of comfort all while adding a Chinoi...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Tall Design Rattan Armchairs
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of tall design armchairs is made of rattan. This is a French work. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Carminati Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Rattan Italian Armchair
Located in Madrid, ES
Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Carminati. Structure handmade of bamboo and rattan, Italy, 1950s.
Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our team of 10 craftsmen in our i...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Horseshoe Back Chair with Bamboo Fretwork Geometric Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A horseshoe back black lacquered wooden armchair from the 20th century with bamboo geometric fretwork and cushion. Created during the 20th century, this armchair features an elegant...
Category
1980s Burmese Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Pair or Rattan Armchairs
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of armchairs is made of rattan. This round shape is unusual and make these armchairs very special and decorative. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
$2,705 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Model 45 Lounge Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s Set of 2
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Model 45 Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s
Beautiful vintage armchair designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in the 1970s. This version features a solid birch frame with linen webbin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Rattan, Beech
Rare dirk van Sliedregt Armchair in Rattan and Steel
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare dirk van Sliedregt armchair in Rattan and steel secured with three black leather straps.
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 27 American Wicker and Birch Armchairs Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
27 American Rustic Old Hickory style (mid-20th Century) faux birch grey painted armchairs having a spindle design back with a woven seat and back panel with rattan trim (Makers mark: PALECEK, SAN FRANCISCO) (priced each) (originally from Old Faithful...
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20th Century American Rustic Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Wicker, Rattan, Birch
Vintage Country Style Hand-Woven Rattan Armchair with Rounded Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Burmese country style hand woven rattan armchair from the mid-20th century, with rounded open back, looping arms and side stretchers. We curr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Country Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Midcentury Rattan Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Made of rattan.
- Good original condition.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
$1,305 / set
Valenti armchair in black rattan and wrought iron from the Spanish manufacturer
By Valenti
Located in Valladolid, ES
Wrought iron and rattan chair, 1970s, Valenti
Magnificent armchair made of wrought iron and rattan around the 1970s, by the prestigious Spanish designer Valentí. With great elegance...
Category
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Model 45 Lounge Chairs by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s Set of 2
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
Model 45 Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1970s
Beautiful vintage armchair designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek in the 1970s. This version features a solid birch frame with light linen w...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Rattan, Beech
Italian Rush, Rattan and Mid Blue Velvet, 1960s Armchair
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This beautiful armchair was produced in Italy between the 1960s and the 1970s. It is handmade from rush and rattan and remains in pretty good condition: slight leaks of protective va...
Category
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Rush
Antique Carved Wood Armchair with Medallion, Mythical Animal and Clouds
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese antique wooden armchair from the early 20th century with hand-carved back and arms, and hand-woven rattan seat. Created in China duri...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
1960
s Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs by Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Dutch Design Pair of Rattan / Bamboo Lounge Chairs by Rohe Noordwolde. Made in the Netherlands, Holland, 1950's / 60's period. Bamboo / Rattan construction with bl...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$854 Sale Price / set
20% Off
McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Leather Library Armchair
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome McGuire library armchair made in the organic modern style. The armchair features a pole rattan construction with leather rawhide laces with a rich dark stain finish. The gen...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Arne Vodder Teak/Rattan Chair "Model 51" for Sibast Furniture, 1950 Denmark
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in The Hague, NL
Rare vintage Danish design teak/rattan chair designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Furniture in the 1950s. Arne Vodder was trained by Finn Juhl and eventually became his business partne...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Teak
Rare set of Wicker armchairs on solid wengé frames by Dirk van Sliedregt, 1965.
Located in CASTENRAY, NL
Chair #733 by Dirk van Sliedregt for Gebroeders Jonkers, Noordwolde, The Netherlands, before 1966.
Solid wengé frame with smoked wicker seats.
These chairs were handmade in a rural...
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1960s Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wenge
Pair of Modern Rattan and Bamboo Lounge Chairs by Flechtatelier Schütz, Germany
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Modern Rattan and Bamboo Lounge Chairs by Flechtatelier Schütz, Germany, 1980s
A unique and eye-catching pair of sculptural lounge chairs crafted by Flechtatelier Schütz, Ge...
Category
1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
Sculptural Beech and Rattan Armchair with Footstool by ÚĽUV, 1960s
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
A striking example of mid-century Czech craftsmanship, this sculptural beech and rattan armchair with matching footstool was produced by ÚĽUV (Ústředí lidové umělecké výroby) in the ...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech
Forma Side Chair Indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Forma side chair indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Rattan.
Dimensions: 58.5 cm x 66cm x height 78.5cm.
A contemporary collection perfect for both indoor and outdoor spaces, ...
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2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
$900 / item
Vintage wicker peacock chair, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant vintage peacock 'emanuelle' style chair.
Timeless and decorative pieces in the bohemian style.
Can be used both in-and outside.
Good condition.
1970s - Asia
Height: 138c...
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1970s Thai Bohemian Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Brown Rattan Armchair Lio Carminati in the Style Gio Ponti
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage armchair or wingback chair from stained rattan by
Lio Carminati style Gio Ponti designed circa 1948 Italy and executed 1950s.
While the freestanding armchair shows a high wingback for relaxing and reading, the seat has a renewed loose cushion in blue color from textile fabric.
Wether your style is traditional, art deco or mid century modern the amazing rattan lounge chair could be the star in your living room.
The Italian architect Gio Ponti used this model of armchair for some of the
furnishings on the ocean liner Conte Biancamano from 1948-1949.
Carlo Mollino photographed...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Pair of 1960s Arco Rattan and Bamboo Armchairs – Germany
By Arco
Located in London, GB
This elegant pair of rattan and bamboo armchairs, manufactured by Arco in Germany during the 1960s, retains its original Arco label. Each chair features a sculptural bent frame paire...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Tito Agnoli Attributed Rattan Armchair, Italy, 1960s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Naples, IT
Elegant rattan armchair from the 1960s attributed to Tito Agnoli. Tito Agnoli was born in Lima to an Italian family; first an architect then a designer, he has collaborated with nume...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid Century Rattan Wicker Tub Chair, C.1960, Italy
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Rattan Wicker Tub Chair, C.1960, Italy
In good condition, with general signs of wear commensurate with age, please see photos.
Please request a specific shipping quote.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
$864 Sale Price
20% Off
DOOQ Swivel Egoísta Armchair with Solid Walnut, Rattan and Yellow Velvet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
With its name being the direct translation of selfish in Portuguese, this armchair revolves around its own universe. Within a refined, elegant and distinctive frame, resembling the n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Antonio Citterio Arm Chairs Flexform Italy 1970
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Nice pair of armchairs by Antonio Citterio and manufactured in Italy by Flexform in 1970. The frame itself is made out of beech wood and has a rattan cladding running on both inside ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Beech
$1,513 / item
Italian Mid-Century Modern, Armchair, Rattan, Cane, Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Italian Mid-Century Modern, Armchair, Rattan, Cane, Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
This Italian Mid-Century Modern armchair from the 1960s showcases a masterful combination of rattan, cane, a...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Rattan Italian Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Rattan armchairs with curved armrests.
Good conditions.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Rattan Armchair
Located in Sheffield, MA
The vintage porch armchair is made of bent rattan bound by strips of rattan.
Seat height 13.25".
Category
Late 20th Century American Other Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Vintage rattan Folding chair by Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, 1976. The Netherlands
By Gijs Bakker, Castelijn
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Folding chair by Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, Netherlands
A lovely folding chair model “VF” designed by Gijs Bakker and manufactured by Castelijn in the Netherlands in 1976.
The piece...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech
Rattan Chair with Tropical Cheetah and Palm Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
New cushions with emerald green and salmon orange indoor / outdoor fabric on this vintage rattan armchair. Made in San Francisco, California by Palecek. The new removable cushions have been covered in a performance fabric with tropical themed cheetahs and palms print. The bentwood and streamlined frame is in the transitional style between Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern and remind us of lounge chairs and designs by Franco Albini and Paul Frankl. The colorful fabric adds a pinch of coastal Florida...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
White Split Reed Bamboo and Rattan Peacock Chair
Located in Redding, CT
White split reed bamboo and rattan peacock chair. Perfect statement piece for porch or anywhere. Boho chic coastal feel. We have two cushions. This tan one and a Kelly Green one if d...
Category
1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Armchair with Carved Medallion, Sold Each
Located in Yonkers, NY
Two Chinese Qing Dynasty period carved wooden armchairs from the 19th century with hand-carved medallion, priced and sold each. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty period, each chair features a carved splat adorned with a hand-carved oval medallion depicting a peony and a bird, perhaps a crane, among openwork foliages. These auspicious patterns are surmounted by a jewelry-like motif. The chairs follow the Chinese tradition with a carved wooden base and a woven rattan seat and are strengthened with side stretchers. Thanks to their elegant carvings, these two Chinese 19th century antique chairs with hand-carved medallions...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Rattan
Country Style Vintage Hand-Woven Rattan Armchair with Rounded Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Burmese country style hand woven rattan and bamboo armchair from the mid-20th Century, with rounded open back, looping arms and side stretchers. Created in Burma during the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Country Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Rattan Armchairs for Sale on 1stDibs
Shopping for vintage rattan armchairs for your living room? Lightweight, durable and versatile, rattan furniture is whatever one wants it to be: elegant or rustic, chic or workaday.
For rattan wingback chairs, recliners, bergère chairs and other rattan armchairs and seating, there is no shortage of popular search terms for interested parties — suggestions include Bielecky Brothers, New York–based makers of handcrafted rattan furniture since 1903; Milanese artist-designer Gabriella Crespi, who blended rattan with brass in sexy, sculptural pieces during the 1970s; and Peacock chairs, a catchall term for the numberless iterations of the beloved high-backed seat.
Few things inspire such extreme devotion as furnishings crafted from the versatile fibers of a tropical palm native to Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Indeed, antique and vintage rattan furniture has found legions of devotees over the years. The long-lasting natural medium, made popular in Great Britain and the United States during the Victorian era, is a master of disguise, able to mingle with a wide range of styles — when done the right way.
The use of rattan stretches from prehistory to IKEA. To clarify, rattan is not bamboo, which is a rigid, hollow reed. Stalks of rattan (whose name derives from the Malay rotan) are dense, steamable and bendable, which is why it lends itself to curvaceous designs and infinite creative uses in a way bamboo does not. Nor is rattan synonymous with wicker, which is a broader term for woven items — often made of rattan fibers but also of willow, other pliable reeds or even synthetic materials.
“Furniture made out of woven materials has occurred since the beginning of time and in every culture,” says interior designer and rattan aficionado Amanda Lindroth, noting that in earlier times, rattan furnishings were most often found in semi-outdoor settings like sunrooms and porches. Rattan pieces were welcomed indoors in the mid-20th century, and over time the medium has been put to use by giants of modernism such as Josef Hoffmann, Thonet, Jean-Michel Frank and Donald Deskey.
Find antique and vintage rattan armchairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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