Gilded Cane Chair
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Cane, Walnut, Giltwood
Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Corner Chairs
Cane, Giltwood
Antique Early 17th Century Empire Chairs
Gold Leaf
Late 20th Century American American Empire Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Cane, Foam, Walnut, Giltwood
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Side Chairs
Bentwood, Cane, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Velvet, Cane, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Cane, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Wood
20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Settees
Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal
Antique 17th Century English Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Candelabras
Metal
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Steel
Vintage 1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy
Other
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Corner Chairs
Rush, Oak
20th Century American Organic Modern Armchairs
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Down
20th Century Organic Modern Armchairs
Cane, Rattan
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Brass
Antique 1810s English Regency Bergere Chairs
Brass
20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Cane, Rattan
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Brass, Copper
Vintage 1920s French Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Giltwood
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Side Chairs
Rattan
Antique 17th Century Italian Empire Chairs
Hardwood, Cane
Vintage 1920s Dutch French Provincial Corner Chairs
Rush, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Beds and Bed Frames
Fruitwood
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Antique 19th Century French Chairs
Cane, Giltwood
20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Muslin
Vintage 1910s English Regency Bergere Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Armchairs
Cane
Antique 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Wood, Cane
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs
Silk, Cane, Giltwood
Vintage 1960s American Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1980s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Cane, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Velvet, Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Cane, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Walnut, Velvet, Cane
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Club Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Rococo Club Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood
Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Club Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century English Chairs
Antique 19th Century Italian Chairs
Wood, Cane
Antique Early 1800s Great Britain (UK) Regency Chairs
Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Gold
Vintage 1960s French Chairs
Wood
20th Century Regency Side Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood
Antique 1890s English Victorian Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Cane
Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Giltwood, Cane
Antique 19th Century French Regency Armchairs
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Oak
Antique 1820s British Regency Side Chairs
Paint
Antique 19th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Giltwood
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Early 20th Century Argentine Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Antique 1770s English Dining Room Chairs
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Living Room Sets
Cane, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Armchairs
Wood
20th Century Unknown Armchairs
1990s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Sofas
Cane, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Paintings
Gesso, Cane, Wood, Paint
20th Century American Regency Armchairs
Wood, Fabric
Antique 1810s English Regency Armchairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal
Antique Late 17th Century European Charles II Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Giltwood
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron, Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Adam Style Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs
Cane, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Cane, Giltwood
Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Dining Room Chairs
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Side Chairs
Giltwood
1990s Regency Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Cane, Giltwood
Gilded Cane Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- What is a cane chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cane 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cane 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021To 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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