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Postmodern Chunky Bamboo Dining Chairs, New Upholstery set of 6, Bohemian Accent
Located in Mckinney, TX
Elevate your dining space with this set of six postmodern oversized chunky bamboo chairs, freshly upholstered for a contemporary twist. Embracing bold lines and organic textures, the...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Čelinac, BA
Wicker and Iron Chair by Frederic Weinberg 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
H 33.47 in W 20.48 in D 20.87 in
Set of Six Bamboo and Wicker Folding Chairs
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Set of six bamboo and woven wicker folding chairs whenever you need extra seating.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Antique Wicker Vanity Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique white wicker vanity or desk chair with a skirted apron.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Antique Wicker Vanity Chair
Antique Wicker Vanity Chair
H 31 in W 15.75 in D 18 in
Restored Rare Snake Arm Rattan Rocking Child Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired one-strand snake arm childrens size rattan rocking chair with stick rattan seat. Professionally restored to original specifications. All rattan, bamboo...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Antique Wicker Heywood Wakefield Corner or Photographer's Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Savannah, GA
This charming Natural honey colored wicker divan was made by the Heywood-Wakefield Company around the turn of the last century. Features include round plied reed at post and wrapped ...
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Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Bar Harbor Style Wicker Chairs With Sunbrella Fabric Cushions -Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing black painted wicker chairs are in a Bar Harbor style and have been sprayed with a all weather protector spray. These chairs also have custom made cushions for all weat...
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Late 20th Century American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Lloyd Loom Beverly Wicker Tub Chair
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lloyd Loom 'Beverly' woven wicker tub chair in red, with rounded back and sides, on four legs, with label to underside.Dimensions28.4 H x 24 L x 16D inches
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20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Boho Style Sculptural Wicker Chair and Ottoman
Located in San Diego, CA
A fantastic "Boho" style sculptural wicker chair and ottoman, circa 1970s. The set is in good vintage condition and measure 31"D x 30"H with a seat height of 16"; the ottoman is 18.5...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Bar Harbor Style Wicker Chairs -Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing black painted wicker chairs are in a Bar Harbor style and have been sprayed with a all weather protector spray.
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Late 20th Century American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Walters Wicker Woven Rattan Lounge Chair- a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A vintage pair of chic coastal rattan lounge chairs. Made by the iconic Walters Wicker and tagged on the seat. Acquired at a Palm Beach estate
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Pair Vintage McGuire Director Style Organic Modern Caned Rattan Dining Chairs
By Ficks Reed, John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire, John McGuire
Located in Decatur, GA
Pair of vintage McGuire rattan dining chairs made in the California coastal organic modern style. The set features stout rattan frames in a directors chair style with straight legs c...
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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Mid-Century Umanoff for Shaver & Howard Wicker & Iron Chair
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Southampton, NJ
Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard Iron & woven rattan side or occasional chair newly upholstered in vintage Robert Allen Design Zircon Cayenne textured woven fabric. Comfortable, stur...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Edward Wormley Mahogany and Cane Paneled Armchair
Located in New York, NY
Edward Wormley Mahogany and Cane Paneled Armchair for Dunbar, the seat covered with orange velvet. Dealer: S138XX
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wicker

6 Pc. Set Ornate Antique Wicker by Heywood Brothers c 1890's
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Incredible set of six antique wicker pieces by Heywood Brothers, circa 1890's. This rare set consists of three side chairs, one rocking chair, one lounge chair and one loveseat sett...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Set Of Four Vintage Woven Wicker Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Set of Four Vintage Woven Wicker Chairs. A nice compact design making them an ideal complement for any setting. Vintage wicker chairs can add charm and character to various interior...
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Mid-20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Signed Lloyd Loom White Wicker Chairs W/ Antique Ticking Cushions
By Lloyd Loom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing original white painted Lloyd Loom signed wicker chairs are in amazing as found condition.The seat cushions are custom made from antique 19thc cotton ticking.The inserts...
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Vintage 1940s American American Classical Chairs

Materials

Wicker

French Neoclassic Dining Chair with Hand-Painted Woven Wicker Back
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The French neoclassic dining chair exudes elegance with its hand-painted floral woven wicker back, marrying sophistication and nature-inspired charm. Its sculpted legs add grace and ...
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Vintage 1950s American Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Four Piece Art Deco American Ypsilanti Co. Wicker Suite w Rare Colored Reeds
Located in Savannah, GA
This handsome four-piece wicker suite includes a large sofa, arm chair, rocking chair and foot stool and was handmade by the Ypsilanti Reed Furniture Company of Ionia, Michigan. The ...
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Reed

Bar Harbor Wicker Arm Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a classic Bar Harbor style wicker chair that dates to the first half of the twentieth century. The chair was reupholstered in a cherry red fabric and repainted at some point ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker, Wood

Bar Harbor Wicker Arm Chair
Bar Harbor Wicker Arm Chair
H 34.5 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good example of a late Victorian wicker rocking chair that that is detailed in scrolling wicker and a diamond pattern, in addition to a swooping-shaped skirt. The chai...
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Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair
Victorian Wicker Rocking Chair
H 39.5 in W 29.5 in D 33 in
Set of Six McGuire Coral Wicker Rattan Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular set of six coral toned wicker rattan dining chairs made by McGuire in the California organic modern taste. These rare chairs feature a rattan frame covered with woven wic...
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Ornate White Painted Late Victorian Wicker Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Ornate white painted Victorian Wicker chair Offered for sale is an ornate late Victorian white wicker chair. The chair has a vintage feel with some losses and wear to the painted...
Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Peabody Wicker Chairs, Modern Wicker Chairs, Teak and Thick Weave
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Lawrence Peabody wicker lounge chair for Craft Associates Furniture, 1806P This Lawrence Peabody wicker lounge chair - 1806P for Craft Associates Furniture is expertly handcrafted...
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2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Teak

Martin Visser Wicker and Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chair
By Martin Visser
Located in Asheville, NC
Circa 1970s. Made in Netherlands, great vintage condition featuring upholstery in charcoal color. Measures: 30.5”W x 29”H x 31”D x 24”, arm H x 17“Seat H x 20”seat D. Settee al...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker

Neoclassical Italian Leather Armchairs Wicker Accent Dining by HOOKER
By Hooker Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description be sure to click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this listing. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions of Hooker Neo...
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Vintage 1980s American Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wicker, Wood

Bohemian Vintage Handcrafted Beige & Black Wicker, Rattan, Reed Peacock Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Boho Chic handwoven vintage Beige and black peacock chair from the 1970s. Please note the details and different techniques in this chair. Made out of wicker, rattan and r...
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Vintage 1970s American Anglo-Indian Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Reed

Vintage Boho Chic Handcrafted Beige & Black Wicker, Rattan, Reed Peacock Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Boho Chic handwoven vintage Beige and black peacock chair from the 1970s. Please note the details and different techniques in this chair. Made out of wicker, rattan and r...
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Vintage 1970s American Anglo-Indian Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Reed

Tepozteco Lounge Chair, Oak
By Christian Vivanco
Located in Juarez, Mexico City
A very characteristic detail of the Tepozteco lounge chair is the double curvature present in the seat and back, which promotes a greater degree of comfort when sitting.
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2010s North American Bohemian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Tepozteco Lounge Chair, Oak
Tepozteco Lounge Chair, Oak
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 25.99 in
Rare Heywood Brothers and Wakefield Victorian Wicker Conversation Gossip Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Perhaps the Rarest of all Victorian Wicker pieces, this parlor chair was used for Ladies to gossip while not facing one another or to limit contact between courting couples. Victoria...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Loveseats

Materials

Wicker

Tepozteco Lounge Chair, Tzalam
By Christian Vivanco
Located in Juarez, Mexico City
A very characteristic detail of the Tepozteco lounge chair is the double curvature present in the seat and back, which promotes a greater degree of comfort when sitting.
Category

2010s North American Bohemian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Tepozteco Lounge Chair, Tzalam
Tepozteco Lounge Chair, Tzalam
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 25.99 in
Wicker and Painted Iron Childs Chair
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Possibly designed by pipsan swanson saarinen. See the photo with the soda can to give you a sense of scale.
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Chairs

Materials

Wicker

19th Century Heywood Bros. and Wakefield Co. Natural Wicker Swivel Piano Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Savannah, GA
This fanciful Victorian wicker swivel piano chair has all the bells and whistles of the most prestigious American wicker designers Heywood Brothers and Wakefield Company. Curlicues, ...
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Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Massive Hooded Rattan Canopy Chair or Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning wicker and rattan canopy chair or loveseat. Great standalone chair. Perfect for indoors or outside. Newly upholstered cushion in outdoor Sunbrella fabric. Excellent vintage ...
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Vintage 1960s American Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Antique Victorian Heywood Wakefield School Rolled Arm Photographers Chair c1890
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian photographers chair in the manner of Heywood Wakefield offers wicker construction with rolled back and arm over bombe form seat, c1890 Measures: 35.5" H x 27.5"...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Wicker Child Armchair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Funky child armchair and pillow crafted in wicker or reed with braided front pattern, all with solid piping support Beautiful vintage needlepoint pillow is included.     
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20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Wicker Child Armchair
Vintage Wicker Child Armchair
H 21 in W 20 in D 13.5 in
1950s Arthur Umanoff Wicker & Steel Rod High Chair, USA
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Rare all wicker (back & seat) high chair from Arthur Umanoff. Well designed ergonomically and very comfortable. Solid, sturdy construction made of thick enameled steel rod lace...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Oversized Wicker and Iron Hoop Chairs and Ottomans, Modernist / Garden c.1970s
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Buffalo, NY
Oversized wicker /rattan and iron hoop chairs with matching ottomans ,48" in diameter! Modernist / Garden c.1970s, Dramatic pair wicker and iron circle (hoop) outdoor garden chairs, ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Heywood Company Victorian White Wicker Parlour Armchair Set
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Victorian white painted wicker parlour chairs. Hand crafted intricate heart design back, and curved wicker leaves climb the front legs. Wonderful parlour, sunroom, or patio ...
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Billy Haines Style Classic Vintage Wicker Chair
By William Billy Haines
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Delightfully shaped vintage wicker chair, beautiful from every angle, having a naturally aged patina to it's cranberry red oxide finish, and a fun Hermes style print cushion with doz...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Chaise Lounge Bronzed Steel and Reed 1904
By Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam
Located in Surprise, AZ
Marcel Breuer holds the distinction of first using bent and polished tubular steel as both a supporting framework and a decorative element for furniture in 1925. A year later, it was...
Category

20th Century American Bauhaus Chaise Longues

Materials

Bronze

John Risley Lounge Chair Original Vintage Mid Century Modern
Located in Oakville, CT
Original vintage mid-century modern rare John Risley wicker lounge chair. This lounge chair comes with arms and is in "as found" condition.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Wicker Chair by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Princeton, NJ
Store closing-- last day is 7/31. Offers welcome! Tub chair model E2608 in Italian wicker by Tempestini for Salterini, circa 1952. Many other Salterini and Woodard pieces also availa...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Triangular Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Triangular shape rattan lounge chair. Constructed of steel frame and woven rattan. In original condition shows minor wear consistent with age. Measurements: 41.5” Wide, 32...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Triangular Rattan Lounge Chair
Triangular Rattan Lounge Chair
H 39 in W 41.5 in D 32.5 in
Pair of French Provincial Style Carved Oak and Wicker Lounge Chairs and Ottomans
By John Hall
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of French Provincial style carved oak and wicker lounge chairs, low-slung (12" seat height) with matching ottomans. Chairs have an attractive scallop detail at the top of the ba...
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1990s American French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

1940s Pair of Wicker Chairs in Original Paint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great pair of wicker midcentury chairs in a wonderful patina white paint. Original condition. Wicker is still very strong and great for outdoor use.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Brown Rattan Wing Wicker President Lounge Armchair Bielecky Brothers Style
By Bielecky Brothers
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A fabulous vintage coastal Presidents style stick rattan "Nantucket" Lounge Armchair. Fantastic Art Deco style President's armchair, lounge chair in the style of the Bielecky Brothe...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Bar Harbor-Style Rocking Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an unusual gothic-arched back Bar Harbor-style wicker rocking chair that fully embodies the current Coastal Style design aesthetic. The chair is fresh from a Beverly Hills es...
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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker, Wood

Bar Harbor-Style Rocking Chair
Bar Harbor-Style Rocking Chair
H 38 in W 29 in D 34 in
Arched Bar Harbor Wicker Arm Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a superb example of an early 20th century wicker lounge chair attributed to Bar Harbor. The gothic arched back is an unusual detail and adds interest to the chair. This eye-c...
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Mid-20th Century American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker, Wood

Arched Bar Harbor Wicker Arm Chair
Arched Bar Harbor Wicker Arm Chair
H 37 in W 29 in D 26 in
Ten Burl + Cane Parsons Dining Chairs, Rare Widdicomb Set of 10 Organic Modern
By John Widdicomb, Widdicomb Furniture Co., Milo Baughman, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Decatur, GA
Exquisite set of TEN (10) burled ash and cane Parsons style dining chairs by John Widdicomb, circa 1950s. This set is unique on the market. It includes eight (8) side chairs and two ...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Burl

Vintage Grange Stained Rattan and Wood Dining or Patio Chairs, Set of 4
By Grange
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Grange stained rattan and wood dining or patio chairs - set of 4 A stunning rustic set of 4 Grange rattan side chairs from the 1970s having an inviting color combination ...
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Vintage 1970s American Rustic Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Pipsan Saarinen Swanson Chairs, Wrought Iron + Rattan, Organic Modern Set of 4
By Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, Ficks Reed
Located in Decatur, GA
Set of 4 wrought iron and rattan side or dining chairs by Pipsan Saarinen Swanson for Ficks Reed, circa 1960s. Gorgeous silhouette. Excellent design and exquisite craftsmanship. Ov...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Oversize Sculptural Wicker Chair in the Manner of Michael Taylor Mid-Century
By Michael Taylor
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Oversized sculptural wicker chair in the manner of Michael Taylor or Eero Aarnio. We love the large scale and unusual shape of the wonderful vintage wicker chair. It measures 34"T x ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

1950s, Wicker Lounge Chair by Frederick Weinburg USA
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful wicker chair from the 1950s by Frederick Weinburg, USA. Sculptural steel rod frame and wicker seat and back. Can be used indoor or outdoor. Good vintage condition, minim...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Black Wicker Chair and Ottoman
Located in Westport, CT
New Perennials fabric cushions, wicker painted matte black (a few small chips) Measures: Frame: 43” W x 40 ½” H Seat: 20” W x 21” D x 19” H Ottoman: 30” Square x 14” H.  
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Black Wicker Chair and Ottoman
Black Wicker Chair and Ottoman
H 40.5 in W 43 in D 21 in
Large Scale Modernist Wicker & Mohair Lounge Chairs, circa 1965
By Michael Taylor
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Large scale Modernist Wicker & Mohair Lounge chairs, circa 1965. This pair has been expertly restored.
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20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Mohair, Wicker, Rattan

Modernist Wicker Rattan Lounge Chairs, circa 1965
By Danny Ho Fong, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Modernist wicker Rattan lounge chairs, circa 1965. This pair has been expertly restored.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Bar Harbor Wicker Chairs in Original Yellow Painted Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of canary yellow bar harbor wicker chairs with Seat with cushions is 24 inches. The pair of wicker chairs are in very good condition and comfortable. The cushions are in bl...
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Six Mid Century Wicker and Chrome Dining Chairs Attributed to Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Asheville, NC
Set of 6 Harvey Probber attributed armchairs or dining room chairs in brown leather upholstery seats and wicker backrest. Solid chrome tubular frames with cantilever swing and manufa...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

20thc Bar Harbor Wicker Settee & Chair Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20Thc Haywood Wakefield original white painted wicker settee & matching arm chair. This amazing original white wicker set is in fine & very strong and sturdy design/condition. The s...
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Vintage 1930s American Adirondack Settees

Materials

Wicker

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North American Wicker Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of north american wicker chairs is available at 1stDibs. North american wicker chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of north american wicker chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Modern north american wicker chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made north american wicker chairs over the years, but those made by McGuire Furniture Company, Frank Kyle and Heywood-Wakefield Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are North American Wicker Chairs?

Prices for north american wicker chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, north american wicker chairs begin at $350 and can go as high as $9,490, while the average can fetch as much as $1,850.

Finding the Right Chairs for You

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today.