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Material: Rattan
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Olive Green, Walnut and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Velvet, Walnut and Brass n a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a cer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Brass

Postmodern Vintage Rattan Six Dining Chairs by Borek Sipek Czech Republic 1988
Located in Vienna, AT
Postmodern vintage six piece set - dining chairs from rattan by Borek Sipek Czeck Republic 1988. A great, very rare and comfortable wicker seating set, which includes four armchairs ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Rattan Chairs

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Rattan, Wood, Wicker

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Bar Chair Alma with Blue Velvet, Walnut Wood and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Bar Chair Alma with Blue Velvet, Walnut Wood and Brass In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness pai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Brass

Timeless Elegance: Gian Franco Legler s Boho Basket Chair in Rattan
Located in Hamburg, DE
Introducing the Basket Chair by designer Gian Franco Legler – a masterpiece crafted from exquisite rattan. Gian Franco Legler, known for his innovative designs, seamlessly blends com...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Metal

2 White Cesca Barstools Marcel Breuer B64 S64 Bauhaus Rattan Bar Chair MCM 1970s
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of super-stylish white ‘Cesca’ barstools in good vintage condition. Designed by Bauhaus giant Marcel Breuer in the 1920s, this sleek, smart and tasteful pair of barstools...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Rattan Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Gispen Set of 6 "Diagonal" Chairs by W.H. Gispen
Located in Toronto, CA
Designed by W.H. Gispen in 1927, the Diagonal chairs were among the first to bend tubular steel into something elegant. With rattan backs and open silhouettes, they carry a breeze of...
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1970s Dutch Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Bar Chair Alma with Green Velvet, Walnut and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Bar Chair Alma with Green Velvet, Walnut and Brass In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness paired ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid Century High Back Chiavari Ladder Chair, Italy 1950 s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A beautiful ladder high-back chair by Chiavari fabricated in Italy, 1950's. Slim design and amazingly light and firm. Ebonized hardwood frame with cane seat. The seat and the struc...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Bundle Lounge Center Chair
Located in Paris, FR
Chair bundle lounge center, made with Steel structure and natural rattan. With seat Cushion included ( the 2 smaller cushions On pictures are not incl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Rattan Chairs

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Steel

Bentwood chair attr. to Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood chair attributed to Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Rattan Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

3/4 ladies chair Thonet no.14 by Tatra Nábytok
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
3/4 ladies chair Thonet no.14 by Tatra Nábytok. Professionally stained and repolished.
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1940s Slovak Vintage Rattan Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Italian Fan-Backed Chair of Rattan and Bamboo from the Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fine vintage Italian fan-backed chair from the Mid-20th century of woven rattan and bamboo featuring a stylish design to the back, seat, and legs. Two...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Bamboo, Natural Fiber, Cane, Rattan, Wood

1960s Mid-Century Modern Woven Rattan Wicker Basket Chair with Iron Base
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Beautiful vintage rattan basket chair with iron base from the 1960s. The chair has a woven rattan seat shell and a lacquered iron frame. The se...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Iron

Indoor Lasso Lounge Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor lasso lounge chair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: rattan, steel. Also available in other colors and adapted for outdoors. Dimensions: 86...
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2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Chairs

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Steel

Secession beehive chair by Koloman Moser for J&J Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession beehive chair by Koloman Moser for J&J Kohn. New handmade rattan seat, professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Rattan Chairs

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Rattan, Beech

Italian Stool of Rattan and Bamboo from the Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fine vintage Italian bar stool from the mid-20th century of woven rattan and bamboo featuring a stylish design to the back, seat, and legs...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Metal

Colombo Sanguineti set of two Sei Stecche chairs, Chiavari, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare set of ''Chiavarine'' chairs model Sei Stecche (six rods) presents itself as a remarkable testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of Colombo Sanguineti in Chiavari during the...
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1950s Italian Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Rattan, Beech

Pierre Jeanneret ‘Student’ Chair, Model No. PJ-SI-25-A
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
A Pierre Jeanneret ‘Student’ chair, model no. PJ-SI-25-A, in teak and rattan. Designed for the University of Panjab, Chandigarh, India, c.1958-...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Teak

Italian Stool of Rattan and Bamboo from the Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fine vintage Italian bar stool from the mid-20th century of woven rattan and bamboo featuring a stylish design to the back, seat, and legs...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Thonet Bent Chairs made by ZPM Radomsko
Located in Prato, IT
This no.18 chair was designed by Gebrüder Thonet around 1875 and was one of the most popular chairs of Thonet. This set of 4 chairs was manufactured by ZPM Radomsko in the 1960s. The...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Oak

Vintage French Wicker and Rattan Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful French wicker and rattan chair on iron base.. Rattan in excellent condition. Chair sits upon a sturdy iron frame. Super comfortable. Great lines and classic design. Four av...
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1950s French Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Iron

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Dark Brown Velvet, Walnut Wood
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Dark Brown Velvet, Walnut Wood In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness paired with an intimate voluptuousness that can embrace you and surprisingly break the frontiers of sophistication and elegance, with a rich Cotton Velvet finish. On another note, Alma Counter Chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Emmanuelle Chair done in rattan, black lacquer, France 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find the iconic wicker chair, commonly known as a Peacock or Emmanuelle fan back wicker chair. This exceptionally designed handwoven chair is a modern re-int...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan

European Rattan Set with Sofa and 2 Seats Approx, 1930
Located in Oostende, BE
The set consists of 1 sofa and 2 individual chairs. We sell it as a set, not possible to buy chairs separately from sofa or vice versa. One of the rattan seatings was originally dama...
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1930s Belgian Bohemian Vintage Rattan Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Indoor Matilda Easy Chair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor matilda easy chair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Rattan. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: 100cm x 81cm x H 63cm. The same principle of a wo...
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2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Chairs

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Rattan

Set of 6 21st Rattan Spencer Dining Chair Wood by Wood Tailors Club
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Member of one of the most exquisite gentlemen’s clubs in London, the Brook’s, Spencer Cavendish has the distinction of having served as leader of three political parties. The 8th Duk...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Rattan Chairs

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Linen, Rattan, Walnut

1960s Dutch Wicker Bucket / Basket Chair with Icelandic Sheepskin-2
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful Dutch wicker bucket / basket chair made in the 1960's in Holland. Probably by Rohé Norrdwolde or De Gebroeders Jonkers. It comes with a long h...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chairs

Materials

Metal

Willem Hendrik Gispen Diagonal Armchairs for Gispen – The Netherlands
Located in Almelo, NL
Willem Hendrik Gispen Diagonal Armchairs for Gispen – The Netherlands, Design 1927, Production 1970s A pair of rare Diagonal Armchairs designed by Willem Hendrik Gispen, one of the ...
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1970s Dutch Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Chrome

Shanghai Chair by Norr11, Black Oak, Natural Rattan
Located in Paris, IDF
Scandinavian chair 'Shanghai' by Norr11 Designed by Rune Krojgaard & Knut Bendik Humlevik, 2011 Model in the picture: Frame: Black Oak Seat: Natural Rat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Chairs

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Rattan, Oak

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma in Pink, Walnut and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Blue Velvet, Walnut and Brass In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness pair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Brass

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Bar Chair Alma in Red, Walnut and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Bar Chair Alma with Green Velvet, Walnut and Brass In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness paired ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Brass

Bauhaus Diagonal Chairs by Willem Hendrik Gispen for Gispen, The Netherlands
Located in Almelo, NL
Bauhaus Diagonal Chairs by Willem Hendrik Gispen for Gispen, The Netherlands — Design 1927, Production 1970s A remarkable pair of Diagonal Chairs designed in 1927 by Dutch industria...
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1970s Dutch Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Chrome

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dinning Chair Alma Deep Orange Velvet, Walnut Woods Legs
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dinning Chair Alma Deep Orange Velvet, Walnut Woods Legs In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Velvet, Rattan, Walnut

Luc Counter Chair Black Wood Polished Brass Ring and Vienna Fabric Seat
Located in Lisbon, PT
Finishes for this listing: - Black wood frame - Black Rattan Back - Polished Brass foot rest - Vienna 20 seat fabric Made to Order. Production time approximately 9 weeks.
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Upholstery, Rattan, Wood

Pair of French Vintage Oak Side Chairs with Rattan Backs and Seats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of French Vintage oak side chairs with rattan backs and seats.
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Mid-20th Century Rattan Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Italian mid-century modern rattan green faux leather black metal chairs 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern in rattan green faux leather black metal chairs 1960s Set of six chairs with a black painted metal rod structure. The backrest is in vertically woven ratta...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Metal

1 of 22 Mid Century Chair by Frederic Weinberg in Wicker, Iron and Brass
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find Mid-Century Modern chairs designed by Frederic Weinberg, the renowned US designer. Chairs are made of wrought iron and wicker, with brass details on the...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Andrianna Shamaris Colonial Teak Wood and Rattan Chair
Located in New York, NY
Antique Colonial teak and rattan chairs. Set of 3 available. The price reflects one chair. Own an Andrianna Shamaris original. Andrianna Shamaris. The Leader In Modern Organic ...
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Early 1900s Primitive Antique Rattan Chairs

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Rattan, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

GRACE VINTAGE dining chair with black cane
Located in Frazão, Porto
The GRACE Vintage dining chair marries the modern design with natural materials. The solid wood structure is completed by the cane, in natural or painted finish. The seat and the backrest can be upholstered in a wide range of fabrics. Shown upholstered with Velvalpaca 04 (fabric Cat B), matte Oak Wenguê structure and black cane.
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rattan Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Cane, Rattan, Wood

19th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Yumu Wood Armchair with Painted Scenes
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese hand-carved yumu wood accent yoke back chair from the 19th century, with rattan seat, painted scenes and dark brown lacquered finish. This 19th century Chinese chair featur...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Rattan Chairs

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Rattan, Wood, Elm

Franco Legler rare set of two armchairs and four "basket" chairs
Located in Milano, IT
COD-S173 Franco Legler (1922-2015) Rare set of two armchairs and four "basket" chairs, curved metal and woven cane, in perfect condition. Legler & Co., Switzerland, 1951.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Rattan

Set of 6 21st Century Leather Velvet Rattan George Dining Chair
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
George is one of the Wood Tailors Club's bestsellers. 12 units ready to ship! A membership application in a privileged club sometimes requires an endorsement by at least one club m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Rattan Chairs

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Leather, Velvet, Rattan, Oak

Thonet Rocking Chair, Model Number 71, Vienna, 1910, Signed Thonet Bellow
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Thonet rocking chair, model number 71. Vienna, 1910. Signed Thonet Bellow.
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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Beech, Bentwood, Rattan

Bundle Lounge Chair in Red, Natural or Green Finish
Located in Paris, FR
Chair bundle lounge with structure in steel with nylon and natural rattan for indoor use. Also available with structure in steel with nylon and pvc fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Rattan Chairs

Materials

Steel

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Brown Velvet, Walnut and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Brown Velvet, Walnut and Brass In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness paired with an intimate voluptuousness that can embrace you and surprisingly break the frontiers of sophistication and elegance, with a rich Cotton Velvet finish. On another note, Alma Counter Chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Brass

6 Ficks Reed Rattan Black Dining Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
et of 6 rattan black style dining chairs by Fick’s Reed feature a high gloss finish and floral upholstery. Structurally sound, all strapping intact, upholstery in good condition
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Set of 8 21st Century Leather Velvet Rattan George Dining Chair
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
George is one of the Wood Tailors Club's bestsellers. 12 units ready to ship! A membership application in a privileged club sometimes requires an endorsement by at least one club m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Rattan Chairs

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Leather, Velvet, Rattan, Oak

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 Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Jørgen Høj Teak and Rattan Chair for Thorald Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
This very rare teak and rattan chair, designed by Jørgen Høj and produced by Thorald Madsen in Copenhagen during the 1950s, is a fine example of Danish modern design. Crafted from wa...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Teak

Birdy Chair in Blue or Natural Finish
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Birdy made in natural rattan in blue finish. With back and seat cushions included. Also available in natural rattan finish. Lead time production if on stock 2-3 weeks, if...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Rattan Chairs

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Rattan

Birdy Chair in Blue or Natural Finish
Birdy Chair in Blue or Natural Finish
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Ficks Reed Large Split Rattan Fan Back Club Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Wichita, KS
Ficks Reed Fabulous pair of Split Rattan Fan Back Chairs with ottoman. Freshly lacquered in white and Upholstered in new Todd Hase Textiles. Originally made in the 1970s. These am...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Upholstery, Rattan, Paint

Duistt Basic Chair 1.1, Darkened Ash wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Duistt Basic Chair 1.1, Darkened Ash wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt Duistt Basic 1.0 floats a well-padded seat between two arched arms that recall the classic tailoring. A ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

Set of 4 Vintage Rattan Bamboo Chairs, by Schumacher, Belgium 1950s
Located in Cork, IE
This rare set of 4 vintage bamboo garden chairs was made in Belgium by Schumacher in the late 1950s. Unusual is the fact that the rattan almost flows down the front edge of the seat ...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Metal

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Blue Velvet, Walnut and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Blue Velvet, Walnut and Brass In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Peacock Barrel Wicker Rattan Chair, C.1960, Italy
Located in London, GB
Mid century Peacock Barrel wicker rattan chair. C.1960 Italy In good condition, with general signs of wear commensurate with age, please see pho...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Bar Chair Karl with Arms in Solid Wood and Upholstery New
Located in Lisbon, PT
Black lacquered wood structure with natural rattan back detail and soft comfortable upholstery seat. Made to order. If you are planning on ordering an upholstery item with COM uphol...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Upholstery, Rattan, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1980s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 dining chairs by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1980s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Rattan Chairs

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Rattan

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair Alma with Beige Velvet and Walnut Wood
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair Alma with Beige Velvet and Walnut Wood In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rattan, Walnut

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dinning Chair Alma in Dark Brown Velvet, and Walnut Wood
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find a certain harmonic gracefulness paired with an intimate voluptuousness that can embrace you and surprisingly break ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Chairs

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Velvet, Rattan, Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Italian Sculpted Rattan Iron Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Italian Sculpted Rattan & Iron Chairs Sculptural handwoven rattan and iron hoop chairs Black metal curved hairpin base Patina from age and use Newly reconditioned Timel...
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Mid-20th Century European Rattan Chairs

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Iron

Antique and Vintage Rattan Chairs for Sale on 1stDibs

Shopping for vintage rattan chairs? Lightweight, durable and versatile, rattan furniture is whatever one wants it to be: elegant or rustic, chic or workaday.

For rattan dining chairs, armchairs, lounge chairs and other rattan 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 chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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