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.

Midcentury Cane Chair

Folding Chair Italy

Set Of 4 Mid Century Dining Chairs

Mid Century Modern Table And Chairs

Vintage Bentwood Chair

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood

Set of Four Mid-Century Chairs, Brazil Modern

H 34.26 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in

Vintage Mid century Chair by Willy Guhl, Model 3100, Switzerland 1960's

Located in Zagreb, HR

"The Guhl Chair" model 3100 for Dietiker & Co. AG in 1959. Beech- and hole to hole caning seat and

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Vintage Mid century Chair by Willy Guhl, Model 3100, Switzerland 1960's

H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 19.3 in

Cane Chair Wicker Lounge Chair With Ottoman, Austria 1955

By Anna-Lülja Praun

Located in Vienna, AT

Anna-Lülja Praun attr. wicker chair and ottoman, Austria, 1950s Mid-century chair and ottoman

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Cane Chair Wicker Lounge Chair With Ottoman, Austria 1955

H 27.9 in W 25.6 in D 21.26 in

1950s Franco Albini Rattan Cane and Metal Chair Sunburst design

By Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Wonderfully stylish good quality mid century chair, Franco Albini Style steel rod frame with rattan

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950s Franco Albini Rattan Cane and Metal Chair Sunburst design

H 32.68 in W 31.5 in D 26.78 in

1950s Rattan Cane and Metal Chair Franco Albini 2 available B

By Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Wonderfully stylish good quality mid century chair, Franco Albini Style steel rod frame with rattan

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950s Rattan Cane and Metal Chair Franco Albini 2 available B

H 32.68 in W 31.5 in D 26.78 in

Mid Century Japanese Folding Cane Lounge Chair

By Kosuga

Located in Kalamazoo, MI

Rare folding lounge chair with cane seat and back made by Kosuga of Japan. High-quality build and

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane

Mid Century Japanese Folding Cane Lounge Chair

H 29.25 in W 23.63 in D 28 in

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Cane Chairs, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Cane Chairs, 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Chairs

Materials

Cane

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Cane Chairs, 1970s

H 27.96 in W 20.87 in D 21.26 in

Mid Century American Drew Ltd Edition Cherry and Cane Valet Chair with Drawer

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid Century American Drew Limited Edition Cherry, Cane and upholstered seat Valet Chair with Drawer

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Cherry

Mid Century American Drew Ltd Edition Cherry and Cane Valet Chair with Drawer

H 47 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Rattan Loop Tub Club Chair, Woven Cane Seat

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

Unusual rattan tub chair with loop motif and woven cane seat.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Mid-Century Rattan Loop Tub Club Chair, Woven Cane Seat

H 30 in W 26 in D 23 in

Mid Century Teak and Cane Occasional Chair

Located in Countryside, IL

Mid Century Teak and Cane Occasional Chair The chair measures: 22.25 wide x 25.5 deep x 30.5

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Teak

Mid Century Teak and Cane Occasional Chair

H 30.5 in W 22.25 in D 22.5 in

Pair Mid Century Cane Bentwood Cantilever Chairs White Cushions

Located in Baltimore, MD

An attractive stylish pair of mid century cane bentwood cantilever chairs, based on a design by

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair Mid Century Cane Bentwood Cantilever Chairs White Cushions

H 32.5 in W 20 in D 22 in

Set of 6 Cane Mid-Century Style Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Set of 6 cane Mid-Century Modern style dining chairs with newly upholstered leather seat in Holly

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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cane

Set of 6 Cane Mid-Century Style Dining Chairs

H 40 in W 22.25 in D 19.25 in

Swaim Mid-Century Ebonized Cane Lounge Chair

By Swaim

Located in Countryside, IL

Swaim mid-century ebonized cane lounge chair This chair measures: 27.5 wide x 33 deep x 39.5

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Swaim Mid-Century Ebonized Cane Lounge Chair

H 39.5 in W 27.5 in D 33 in

Mid Century Italian Cane Chairs 1970s Set of 4

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Rare and original curved shape Italian chairs from 1970s with black lacquered wood and cane seat

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Italian Cane Chairs 1970s Set of 4

H 33.08 in W 20.08 in D 26.78 in

Mid-Century Italian Set of Four Caned Folding Chairs

Located in Water Mill, NY

Set of four Mid-Century cane and laquered wood Italian folding chairs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Mid-Century Italian Set of Four Caned Folding Chairs

H 29 in W 19 in D 19 in

Set of four mid-century caned back chairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Set of four mid-century caned back chairs 19 x 10 x 32

Category

Mid-20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of four mid-century caned back chairs

H 32 in W 10 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Wood and Cane

Located in Weesp, NL

Stylish and classy Mid-Century Modern lounge chair in great condition. These elegant chairs have

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in Wood and Cane

H 40.56 in W 23.23 in D 28.75 in

Mid Century Modern Caned Walnut Dining Chairs

By Specialty Woodcraft, Paul McCobb

Located in Bensalem, PA

Classic well built solid set of four Danish style, solid walnut dining chairs by specialty

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Caned Walnut Dining Chairs

H 31.5 in W 20 in D 20 in

Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-S8-B

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in London, GB

An original office teak and cane chair. India, Chandigarh, c1955. Characteristic compass

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-S8-B

H 29.53 in W 20.28 in D 15.75 in

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Sculpted Wood Cane Panel Lounge Chairs - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Sculpted Wood Cane Panel Lounge Chairs - a Pair. Item features cane

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Hollywood Regency Sculpted Wood Cane Panel Lounge Chairs - a Pair

H 42.5 in W 25 in D 28.5 in

Set of 4 McGuire Style Mid-Century Cane Bamboo Dining Chairs

By McGuire

Located in Pasadena, TX

McGuire style midcentury cane bamboo dining chairs Set of stunning bamboo and handwoven cane

Category

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

Materials

Cane

Set of 4 McGuire Style Mid-Century Cane Bamboo Dining Chairs

H 36 in W 22 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Walnut Cane Back Six Dining Chairs

Located in Baltimore, MD

Stunning set of six beautiful Mid-Century Modern Walnut dining chairs, two armchairs and four side

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century Walnut Cane Back Six Dining Chairs

H 39 in W 20 in D 22 in

Mid-Century Folding Cane Dining Chair Italy 1970s

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Rare mid-century metal cane folding dining chairs made in Italy in the 1970s. Italian industrial

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Folding Cane Dining Chair Italy 1970s

H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 20.87 in

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Cane Seat Rocking Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern, beech wood, rocking chair features a high spindle back with newly caned seat

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Spindle Back Cane Seat Rocking Chair

H 33 in W 23 in D 30 in

Six Mid-Century Cane Back Dining Room Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of vintage-modern dining room chairs featuring upholstered seats and cane back. Matching dining

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Six Mid-Century Cane Back Dining Room Chairs

H 38.5 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Chiavari Chair, Model Parisienne, with Cane Seat

By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi

Located in Vienna, Austria

A decorative version of the Chiavari chair, the Parisienne, from 1950's, is a modern classic . Not

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Chiavari Chair, Model Parisienne, with Cane Seat

H 37.41 in W 16.54 in D 16.15 in

Mid-Century Modern French Rattan and Caned Rocking Chair

Located in Wichita, KS

and back. The chair has a lovely patina and is in great shape. A perfect addition to any mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Mid-Century Modern French Rattan and Caned Rocking Chair

H 40 in W 21.25 in D 22 in

1950s Mid Century Modern Paoli Chair Company Rocking Chair-A Pair

By Paoli Chair Company

Located in Bensalem, PA

Very unique and rare pair of rocking chairs by Paoli Chair Company which was founded in 1926, and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Maple

1950s Mid Century Modern Paoli Chair Company Rocking Chair-A Pair

H 38 in W 22.5 in D 35 in

Mid Century Modern Bentwood Cafe Chair with Cane Seat

By Thonet

Located in Freehold, NJ

This vintage cafe chair in the style of Thonet features bentwood frame, caned seat, and tall

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Mid Century Modern Bentwood Cafe Chair with Cane Seat

H 35 in W 17.5 in D 16 in

Mid-Century French Provincial Style Hand Painted Blue / White / Pink Caned Chair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a lovely French hand painted carved fruitwood chair that has been hand painted in a lovely

Category

Mid-20th Century French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Cane, Fruitwood

Mid-Century French Provincial Style Hand Painted Blue / White / Pink Caned Chair

H 34 in W 26 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Cane and Chrome Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Poul Kjærholm

Located in Boynton Beach, FL

Lounge chair and ottoman in Cane and Chrome. Strong beautiful flowing lines make up the design of

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Cane and Chrome Lounge Chair and Ottoman

H 30 in W 34 in D 31 in

Mid 19th Century Maple Spindle Back Caned Seat Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

Civil War Era solid maple caned seat chair. Caning in good condition.. Vintage Solid Wood, Cane

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Maple

Mid 19th Century Maple Spindle Back Caned Seat Chair

H 33.5 in W 17 in D 16.5 in

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Cane Playboy Chairs - Pair

By Jens Risom

Located in Countryside, IL

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Cane Playboy Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 22.5 wide x 23

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Cane Playboy Chairs - Pair

H 32.25 in W 22.5 in D 23 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs with Cane Sides

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful pair of vintage lounge chairs feature cane sides and a sturdy walnut frame. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs with Cane Sides

H 28.75 in W 28.25 in D 24.5 in

4 Mid century Blonde wood Folding Chair with Cane Seat By Aldo Jacober

By Aldo Jacober

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Set of 4 Mid century Blonde wood Folding Chair with Cane Seat By Aldo Jacober Circa 1960. Very

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Birch, Maple, Cane

4 Mid century Blonde wood Folding Chair with Cane Seat By Aldo Jacober

H 32 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Italian Cane Chairs, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Italian Cane Chairs, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Italian Cane Chairs, 1960s

H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 20.08 in

Pair Mid-Century Hoop Chairs with Caned Seat and Back

By Salterini

Located in Miami, FL

Great Mid-Century Modern iron chairs in a striking bare metal style finish. Wonderful round frame

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair Mid-Century Hoop Chairs with Caned Seat and Back

H 34.65 in W 27.17 in D 21.26 in

Vintage Thonet No. 14 Bentwood and Cane Café Side Chairs with Cane Seats

By Thonet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Thonet No. 14 bentwood and cane cafe chairs. In original condition with visible wear consistent

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Vintage Thonet No. 14 Bentwood and Cane Café Side Chairs with Cane Seats

H 35 in W 16.5 in D 19.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Caned Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Walnut caned back dining chairs, set of 6. These solid walnut dining chairs have

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Caned Dining Chairs, Set of 6

H 33 in W 21 in D 20 in

Italian Bentwood Caned Set of 6 Red Lacquered Chairs Mid Century Modernist

Located in San Diego, CA

Fabulous set of 6 Italian red wood lacquered dinning chairs with cane seats , beautiful color hard

Category

20th Century Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Italian Bentwood Caned Set of 6 Red Lacquered Chairs Mid Century Modernist

H 31.5 in W 19.5 in D 18 in

Pair of Mid-Century Faux Bamboo and Cane Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Hollywood regency pair of carved faux bamboo dining chairs made in the mid-20th century. The chairs

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Faux Bamboo and Cane Dining Chairs

H 36 in W 20 in D 22 in

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Mid Century Cane Sided Lounge Chairs - Pair

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Countryside, IL

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Mid Century Cane Sided Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 27.25 wide

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Mid Century Cane Sided Lounge Chairs - Pair

H 28 in W 27.25 in D 32 in

WALNUT Mid Century Modern CANED Dining CHAIRS, Set of Four

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Set of four Mid Century Modern Walnut Caned dining chairs, c. 1960's. Lovely solid frames with

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

WALNUT Mid Century Modern CANED Dining CHAIRS, Set of Four

H 32 in W 18 in D 19 in

Mid-Century French Country Walnut , Cane and Upholstered Seat Side Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid-Century French Country Walnut , Cane and Upholstered Seat side chair in very good vintage

Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century French Country Walnut , Cane and Upholstered Seat Side Chair

H 40 in W 19 in D 19 in

'6' Mid Century French Wingback Cane Dining Chairs by Mariano Garcia of Spain

By Mariano Garcia

Located in Lake Worth, FL

century French wingback cane dining chairs by Mariano Garcia of Spain Approximate Measurements in

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

'6' Mid Century French Wingback Cane Dining Chairs by Mariano Garcia of Spain

H 47 in W 20 in D 23 in

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-28-A

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

This chair is a fantastic piece, almost iconic. It is raw in its simplicity and "warm" with that

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-28-A

H 30.71 in W 20.28 in D 21.26 in

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Kangaroo Chairs, Teak, Cane, India, 1960s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Stamford, CT

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Kangaroo Chairs, Teak, Cane, India, 1960s Pierre Jeanneret

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Kangaroo Chairs, Teak, Cane, India, 1960s

H 23.25 in W 20.5 in D 25.5 in

Chair, Bentwood Cane, 1960s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Chair in vintage condition (well preserved) very rare find. Production period

Category

Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood, Bentwood

Chair, Bentwood Cane, 1960s

H 37.21 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in

Pair of Mid-Century Chiavari Chairs with Cane Seat

By Chiavari

Located in Vienna, Austria

Set of two Chiavari chairs produced in the 1950´s. The chairs have a cane seat in on excellent

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Chiavari Chairs with Cane Seat

H 43.31 in W 16.15 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Suite Caned Loveseat and Pair of Lounge Side Chairs

Located in Nantucket, MA

A suite of three pieces--loveseat and pair of side lounge chairs. Carved teak, satinwood and

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Suite Caned Loveseat and Pair of Lounge Side Chairs

H 32 in W 49 in D 25 in

Mid Century Modern Cane and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs - a Pair

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Elevate your dining room with this pair of Mid Century Modern Cane and Chrome Cantilever Dining

Category

20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane

Mid Century Modern Cane and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs - a Pair

H 32 in W 18 in D 19.5 in

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Cane Marvel Breyer Style Cantilever Chairs

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Embrace mid-century modern sophistication with these Chrome and Cane Marvel Breyer Style Cantilever

Category

20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Cane Marvel Breyer Style Cantilever Chairs

H 32 in W 18.25 in D 19 in

Vintage John Stuart Cane Back Mid Century Modern Asian Dining Chairs - Set of 10

By John Stuart

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage John Stuart Cane Back Mid Century Modern Asian Inspired Dining Chairs - Set of 10. Item

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Vintage John Stuart Cane Back Mid Century Modern Asian Dining Chairs - Set of 10

H 41.5 in W 23 in D 23 in

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut and Cane Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Countryside, IL

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut and Cane Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut and Cane Lounge Chairs - Pair

H 30 in W 23.5 in D 25 in

Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Century Furniture

Located in Countryside, IL

Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Century Furniture Mid Century Cane and Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

H 39.25 in W 21.25 in D 22 in

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Wood and Cane, Set of 2

Located in Weesp, NL

Stylish and classy set of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs in great condition. These elegant chairs

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Cane, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Wood and Cane, Set of 2

H 40.56 in W 23.23 in D 28.75 in

Paul McCobb for Winchendon Mid-Century Cane and Walnut Lounge Chairs, Pair

By Paul McCobb, Winchendon

Located in Countryside, IL

Paul McCobb for Winchendon midcentury cane and walnut lounge chairs - pair Each chair measures

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Paul McCobb for Winchendon Mid-Century Cane and Walnut Lounge Chairs, Pair

H 33 in W 26.25 in D 25 in

Founders Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Founders Furniture Company

Located in Countryside, IL

Founders Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 20.5 wide x

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Founders Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6

H 38 in W 20.5 in D 21.75 in

Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company, Jim Peed

Located in Countryside, IL

Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair Each swivel chair

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair

H 26 in W 23.25 in D 25 in

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Cane Cantilever Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Located in Delray Beach, FL

The Mid Century Modern Chrome and Cane Cantilever Dining Chairs, a set of four, elegantly combine

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Cane Cantilever Dining Chairs - Set of 4

H 32 in W 18.5 in D 19 in

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Midcentury Cane Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal midcentury cane chair for your home. Each midcentury cane chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using natural fiber, cane and wood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer midcentury cane chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each midcentury cane chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made midcentury cane chair over the years, but those crafted by Marcel Breuer, Chiavari and Joaquim Tenreiro are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Midcentury Cane Chair?

The average selling price for a midcentury cane chair at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $38,800 for the highest priced.

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 Midcentury Cane Chair

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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