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1960s Bamboo Living Room Set Chairs
Located in Buxton, GB
Discover the 1960s classic Italian indoor living room set made from bamboo! The light wood tone adds a rustic yet modern feel to your living room. Relax in style with the woven seat ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

Bonacina Attrib. Pair of Rattan and Bamboo Hight-Backed Chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Naples, IT
Rare pair of original 1960s low chairs with curved bamboo high back, beautiful design and comfortable seating. Italian production 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Five 50s-60s Bamboo Chairs
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Five Italian-made chairs with bamboo frame; available with red fabric seat covers. Good conditions.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

Set of Five 50s-60s Bamboo Chairs
Set of Five 50s-60s Bamboo Chairs
H 34.26 in W 18.12 in D 20.87 in
Original Hanging Bamboo Egg Chair
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful and original bamboo hanging egg chair. Rare to retain the original chain and hook which is present on this example. English, circa 1968. H: 124 CM H: 48.8 INCHES W: ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Iron

Original Hanging Bamboo Egg Chair
Original Hanging Bamboo Egg Chair
H 48.82 in W 27.96 in D 20.87 in
Sculptural Bamboo Chair 1950’s with Triangular Back
Located in London, GB
Monumental and sculptural chair made of large bamboo trunks. It is constructed and hand pleated with refigned strips of bamboo. The seat is made of bamboo slats woven together. This...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

Pair Of Director’s Chairs By Elinor And John Mc Guire For Lyda Levi
By John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Roma, RM
Pair Of Director’s Chairs By Elinor And John Mc Guire For Lyda Levi Structure in very good condition with light marks, leather seat with signs of wear. Made of bamboo and leather, Sa...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

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Brass

Rare 19th Century Folding Chair in Gilt Wood, Napoleon III Period
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this exquisite and original 19th century folding chair, crafted from carved and gilded wood as if to imitate a bamboo form. This piece is elaborately adorned wi...
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

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Bamboo

High Back Rattan and Wicker Chair in the Style of Bonacina, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful organic high back chair in bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker. This fantastic chair was produced in Italy in the 1960s and is attributed to Bonacina. The chair feature a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Pair of Giovanni Travasa Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker Italian Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning pair of Mid-Century Italian armchairs made in a beautiful combination of curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This charming French Riviera style armchairs are attributed to ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker

Bonacina Attrib. Pair of Rattan and Bamboo Hight-Backed Chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Naples, IT
Rare pair of original 1960s low chairs with curved bamboo high back, beautiful design and comfortable seating. Italian production 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Set of four Italian bamboo folding chairs very confortable, mid 60s.
Located in bari, IT
Set of four Italian bamboo folding chairs very confortable, mid 60s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

Italian mid-century modern rattan, bamboo and Vienna straw armchairs, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern rattan, bamboo and Vienna straw armchairs, 1960s. Pair of rattan armchairs with Vienna straw seat, therefore both the legs and the backrest and armrests of...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Straw, Rattan

Chair Bonacina Tito Agnoli 1950 Bamboo Italian Design Mid-century 1950
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Chair Bonacina Tito Agnoli 1950 Bamboo Italian Design Mid-century 1950
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

A Set of 4 SHABBY-CHIC BAMBOO Chairs in AUDOUX-MINNET Style, France 1970
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in PARIS, FR
A charming set of 4 table or terrace chairs, or even a complete living room (with table and armchair extra, see below) indoor or outdoor, Art-Popular, Modernist, Shabby-Chic, all cur...
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Wicker

Colonial Bamboo Folding Chair
Located in Čelinac, BA
If you are thinking about purchasing this great piece, feel free to ask for an additional video to be absolutely sure of your choice.
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Vintage 1940s French Colonial Revival Chairs

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Leather, Bamboo

Colonial Bamboo Folding Chair
Colonial Bamboo Folding Chair
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H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 17.72 in
Italian mid-century modern Chair in bamboo, light blue fabric by Bonacina 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chair in bamboo, light blue fabric by Bonacina 1960s Chair with semi-oval seat with padded cushion covered in light blue fabric. The structure is in curve...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Bamboo

Set of Four Faux Bamboo Chairs in Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of four gold leaf gilt iron faux bamboo chairs, France, 1940s. Nicely constructed. They have a beautiful aged patina showing their original gold leaf gilding To be re-upholster...
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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Chairs

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Gold Leaf, Iron

Bamboo Riviera chairs from the 60's, Dirk Van Sliedrecht models
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in MADRID, ES
Pair of bamboo chairs following the designs of Dirk Van SLiedrecht for Rohe Noordwolde, with double arched backs and rounded seats in bamboo and rattan. France
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Vintage 1960s French Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

French Colonial Walnut Faux Bamboo and Leather Folding Deck Chair, circa 1900
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This French walnut folding deck chair from the turn of the twentieth century features turned legs and seat back supports of faux bamboo. From the French Colonial period when the Fren...
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Early 20th Century French Chairs

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Brass

6 Chairs High Back Bamboo and Brass Italian design 1970s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
6 Chairs High Back Bamboo and Brass Italian design 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Italian Foldable Table and Four Chairs, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful midcentury set, made of bamboo and rattan foldable table and four chairs. It is an Italian production of 1960s and the state of conservation is just excellent. The item ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

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Bamboo, Rattan, Glass

Bamboo Chairs by Dirk Van Sliedrecht for Rohe Noordwolde, 1960
By Dirk Van Sliedregt, Rohe Noordwolde
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautiful and elegant mid-century modern high back chair. Designed by Dirk van Sliedrecht for Rohe Noordwolde. Classic Dutch design from the 1960s. Frame and seat made of bent bamboo...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

Set of 2 Small Mid-Century Bamboo Chairs, Italian Design 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 small mid-century bamboo chairs, Italian design 1950s Intact and in good condition, small signs of aging.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

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Bamboo

Vintage Italian Bamboo Chair by Tito Agnoli
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage bent bamboo armchair by Tito Agnoli. A classic chair by this coveted Italian designer.
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20th Century Italian Chairs

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Bamboo

1960s French Bamboo Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Discover the charm of bygone elegance with our 1960s French Bamboo Chair, a stunning representation of mid-century modern finesse. Expertly crafted with natural bamboo, this chair fe...
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Mid-20th Century French Chairs

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Bamboo

1960s French Bamboo Chair
1960s French Bamboo Chair
H 23.2 in W 18.1 in D 18.1 in
Set of 6 Bamboo Dining Chairs from Gasparucci Italo, 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice set of 6 Italian dining chairs, fabricated in the 1970s by Gasparucci Italo. They are made of bamboo. The chairs are in good vintage condition. We work with professi...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rattan Bamboo Chairs, Janine Abraham, Dirk Rol, 1960s
By Franco Albini, Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of Riviera chairs made of bamboo, rattan and black metal attributed to Janine Abraham, Dirk Rol, France, circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Gio Ponti and Carminati Bamboo Italian Peacock Chair 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Lio Carminati
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Wicker chair designed by Lio Carminati for Vittorio Bonacina, 1950. Carminati was a student of Gio Ponti. Ponti and Carminati originally designed this chair for the luxury ocean line...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Set of 4 Bamboo chairs by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of four 1970s bamboo chairs made by the Vivai del Sud company. These are comfortable and refined seats that fit perfectly both in a veranda and in a domestic context.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Wooden Chair in Faux Bamboo, France, 1970s
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Wooden chair in faux bamboo, France, 70's Nice shape, very elegant reupholstered seat
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Vintage 1970s French Chippendale Chairs

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Faux Bamboo

Wooden Chair in Faux Bamboo, France, 1970s
Wooden Chair in Faux Bamboo, France, 1970s
H 33.86 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in
Pair of chairs in woven rattan France, circa 1920
Located in Paris, FR
Attractive pair of chairs in natural, red and black woven rattan . Bamboo structure.
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Vintage 1920s French Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Nomad Natural Frame Low Chair by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Nomad Natural Frame Low Chair by NORR11 Dimensions: D 77 x W 100 x H 110 cm. SH 39 cm. Materials: Bamboo, inlaid natural French rattan, foam and aniline leather. Seat and back are m...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs

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Rattan, Leather, Bamboo, Foam

Nomad Natural Frame Low Chair by NORR11
Nomad Natural Frame Low Chair by NORR11
H 43.31 in W 39.38 in D 30.32 in
Set of Six Vintage French Bamboo Bistro Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming set of six vintage French bistro chairs crafted in bamboo and bent bamboo with caned backs and seats decorated with painted reed highlights.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Cane, Reed

Nomad Black Frame Low Chair by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Nomad Black Frame Low Chair by NORR11 Dimensions: D 77 x W 100 x H 110 cm. SH 39 cm. Materials: Bamboo, inlaid natural French rattan, foam and aniline leather. Seat and back are mad...
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs

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Leather, Bamboo, Rattan, Foam

Nomad Black Frame Low Chair by NORR11
Nomad Black Frame Low Chair by NORR11
H 43.31 in W 39.38 in D 30.32 in
Italian colonial chair in bamboo wood and damask fabric, 1910s
Located in MIlano, IT
Colonial chair with wooden frame with round-section slats and bamboo upholstery, upholstered seat and back in their original damask fabric. 1910 ca. Good overall condition. Measures ...
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Vintage 1910s Italian British Colonial Chairs

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Fabric, Bamboo, Wood

1980s Pair of White Swivel Bamboo Armchairs
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s pair of white swivel bamboo armchairs. Excellent condition.
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Chairs

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Bamboo

1980s Pair of White Swivel Bamboo Armchairs
1980s Pair of White Swivel Bamboo Armchairs
H 39.38 in W 26.78 in D 33.47 in
Pair of 1950s Bamboo Chairs
Located in Brecht, BE
great pair of elegant bamboo chairs, with the original fabric, in good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture

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Fabric, Bamboo

Pair of 1950s Bamboo Chairs
Pair of 1950s Bamboo Chairs
H 33.47 in W 27.96 in D 72.84 in
Faux Bamboo, Brass & Brown Leather Folding Campaign Safari Chair
By Maison Jansen
Located in High Wycombe, GB
20th century Faux Bamboo & Brown Leather Folding Campaign Safari Chair With Sling Arms & Brass Mounts Havana Teak and Faux Bamboo & Brass Folding Chair in the style of Maison Jans...
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Mid-20th Century British Campaign Chairs

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Brass

Mid-Century Rohe Noordwolde Bamboo Hoop Chair with Black Frame
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cute little Mid-Century bamboo hoop chair by Rohe Noordwolde on black enameled metal frame with white foot caps. In original condition with visible wear including some chips and scra...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Vintage Green Josef Frank “Chair 2025” with Bamboo and Textile, Sweden, 1970s
By Josef Frank
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Josef Frank Sweden, 1970s “Chair 2025”. Painted wood, bamboo and textile designed by Gocken Jobs. Designed in 1925. H 95 x W 44 x D 45 cm
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Chairs

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Bamboo, Textile, Wood

4 chaises bas dossier en bambou, France, 1960
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
Série de 4 chaises à dossier bas en rotin travail français des années 1960
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

4 chaises bas dossier en bambou, France, 1960
4 chaises bas dossier en bambou, France, 1960
H 28.75 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of 2 director's chairs in bamboo
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Set of 2 director's chairs in bamboo in good structural condition with signs of use. Dimensions are H79 x W57 x D50 x SH40 cm
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

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Fabric, Bamboo

Set of 2 director's chairs in bamboo
Set of 2 director's chairs in bamboo
H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Italian Rattan Bucket Chairs
By Bonacina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely pair of rattan chairs from Italy, 1960s. Slatted rattan scoop seats with rattan and bamboo frame. Original finish shows nice age and patina. Sold as a pair. Seat height slop...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Italian Rattan Bucket Chairs
Pair of Italian Rattan Bucket Chairs
H 24.5 in W 24.25 in D 28 in
Italian Large Mid-Century Bamboo Chair, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful, large Italian mid-century chair, hand-crafted of natural bamboo. Made in Italy in the approx. 1970s. The chair is equipped with its original cushion made of strong cotton....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

Italian Large Mid-Century Bamboo Chair, 1970s
Italian Large Mid-Century Bamboo Chair, 1970s
H 37.01 in W 19.69 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Mid-Century Franco Albini Style Bamboo Hoop Lounge Chairs
By Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Mid-Century Bamboo Franco Albini Style Lounge Chairs. In Original Condition with Some Signs of Wear Consistent with Age and Use. Other Matching Hoop Lounge Chairs available ...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

A Set of 4 MID-CENTURY-MODERN Chairs SIGNED by AUDOUX-MINNET, France 1950
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in PARIS, FR
An authentic set of 4 summer chairs including 2 with large armrests, Modernist, Forme-Libre, Shabby-Chic, structures in folded and knotted bamboo, seats and back in woven wicker, by ...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Wicker

Set of 4 tropically ornate bamboo chairs.
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Rare set of tropical bamboo and rattan dining chairs. Evoke the feeling of lounging in Miami in the 80s. What’s missing is a mojito, a sunset, and an ocean view.
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Hollywood Regency Chairs

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Bamboo, Reed

Set of 4 tropically ornate bamboo chairs.
Set of 4 tropically ornate bamboo chairs.
H 43.31 in W 16.15 in D 17.72 in
Victorian Military Campaign Folding Faux Bamboo Embroidered Safari Canvas Chair
Located in High Wycombe, GB
A delicate slice of Victorian Military Campaign. A folding Chair of Faux Bamboo, with an Embroidered Canvas Seat Rear Finished With Brown Leather Sling Arms On A Turned Beechwood Fra...
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Antique Late 19th Century British British Colonial Chairs

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Brass

Set of 4 vintage bamboo and rattan chairs Circa 1970 Vivaï del Sud
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Set of 4 vintage 1960 bamboo chairs. Beautifully crafted. in the Vivaï del Sud style Frame and links in good condition, no breakage. Height : 100 cm Width : 47 cm Depth : 50 cm ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Set Four Mid-Century Modern Rattan Bamboo Chairs, Janine Abraham, Dirk Rol, 1960
By Franco Albini, Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of four Riviera chairs made of bamboo, rattan and black metal attributed to Janine Abraham, Dirk Rol, France, circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Rohe Noordwolde rattan lounge chair, 1950’s
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Delft, NL
Rohe Noordwolde rattan lounge chair, 1950’s Dimensions: 77cm H, 60cm D, 59cm W, 37cm H seat Period: 1950’s
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Rohe Noordwolde rattan lounge chair, 1950’s
Rohe Noordwolde rattan lounge chair, 1950’s
H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Chair Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Chair with essential lines and a bamboo frame.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo

Vintage Chair Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
Vintage Chair Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
H 36.23 in W 15.56 in D 19.69 in
Chair Made of Synthetic Material and Bamboo for Outdoor Use
Located in Marbella, ES
Chair Made of Synthetic Material and Bamboo for Outdoor Use
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2010s European Chairs

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Bamboo, Plastic

Folding Bambu Chair, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Folding Bambu chair, Italy 1960s. 83 x 63 x 63 cm. Good conditions
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs

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Bamboo

Folding Bambu Chair, Italy 1960s
Folding Bambu Chair, Italy 1960s
H 32.68 in W 24.81 in D 24.81 in
Pair Chairs Made of Synthetic Material and Bamboo for Outdoor Use
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair Chairs Made of Synthetic Material and Bamboo for Outdoor Use
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2010s European Chairs

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Bamboo, Plastic

Set of six Chairs Made of Synthetic Material and Bamboo for Outdoor Use
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of six Chairs Made of Synthetic Material and Bamboo for Outdoor Use
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2010s French Chairs

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Bamboo, Plastic

Faux Bamboo Leather & Brass Folding Campaign Chair with Sling Arms Maison Jansen
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Maison Jansen Faux Bamboo Folding Campaign Chair Finished With Brass Studs & Red Leather Cushioned Seat And Brass Mounts 1950's
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Mid-20th Century British Campaign Chairs

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Brass

1970s Italian Seating, Handmade Rattan Safari Armchair
Located in Rümmingen, BW
"shipping note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options please contact us directly" Beautiful and delicate bamboo, wicker and rattan chair from circa 1970...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Wood, Rattan, Seagrass

Folding Bambu Deckchair, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Folding Bambu deckchair ,Italy 1960s. 95 x 110 x 65 cm. Good condtion.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs

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Bamboo

Folding Bambu Deckchair, Italy 1960s
Folding Bambu Deckchair, Italy 1960s
H 37.41 in W 25.6 in D 43.31 in
Pair of Bamboo and Dark Brown Leather Sling Chairs by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1960
By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unique pair of vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern bamboo or rattan and leather sling chairs attributed to designer Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, Italy, 1960s. In very good vinta...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather, Bamboo, Rattan

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European Bamboo Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of european bamboo chairs available on 1stDibs. There are all kinds of european bamboo chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. European bamboo chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many european bamboo chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Rohe Noordwolde, Dirk Van Sliedregt and Bonacina produced popular european bamboo chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are European Bamboo Chairs?

Prices for european bamboo chairs start at $195 and top out at $40,000 with the average selling for $2,016.

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. 

Questions About European Bamboo Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although construction methods also affect durability, bamboo chairs are generally strong due to the properties of bamboo. The tensile strength of bamboo per square inch is greater than that of many other materials, including steel. Shop a variety of bamboo chairs on 1stDibs.