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.

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.

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.

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Bloom Chair

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French Country Vanity

Burl Wood Biedermeier Dressing Table Mirror Matching Chair Cane Seat Mint!

$7,200 / set

H 60 in W 33 in D 19 in

Burl Wood Biedermeier Dressing Table Mirror Matching Chair Cane Seat Mint!

By Biedermeier

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Burl Wood Biedermeier dressing table mirror matching chair cane seat new cushion upholstery mint! Dovetail drawers design. Chair dimension: 21'' x 19'' x 34'' Seat height 19.5''.

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20th Century American Biedermeier Vanities

Materials

Walnut, Burl

French Louis XVI Style Caned Seat and Back Carved Oak Vanity Chair

$650

H 29 in W 15.25 in D 15 in

French Louis XVI Style Caned Seat and Back Carved Oak Vanity Chair

Located in Doylestown, PA

French Louis XVI style caned seat and back carved oak vanity chair, c. 1920.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Directoire Style Carved Walnut Cane Back Desk Vanity Side Chair

$895

H 42.25 in W 21 in D 20 in

Directoire Style Carved Walnut Cane Back Desk Vanity Side Chair

By Grosfeld House

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Ideal for use as a desk chair, vanity chair, or side chair, this versatile piece balances functionality with timeless style.

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Vintage 1950s American Directoire Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5522 Cane Swivel Vanity Chair 1950s

$6,500

H 29.75 in W 18 in D 21 in

Rare Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 5522 Cane Swivel Vanity Chair 1950s

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Troy, MI

Rare model 5522 desk chair or vanity stool from the First Lady Series Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1950s Laminated wood and cane molded backrest with round seat on a ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Carved & Turned Gilt Wood Vanity Chair Hollywood Regency Woven Cane Seat Italy

$1,500

H 34.75 in W 16.38 in D 15 in

Carved & Turned Gilt Wood Vanity Chair Hollywood Regency Woven Cane Seat Italy

Located in Miami, FL

We offer a hand-carved and hand-woven Vanity chair, side chair in gilt wood with turned front legs and carved back legs, handwoven cane seat, backrest and Roses, Ribbon carvings.

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Cane, Wood, Giltwood

French 19th century Louis XV st. Oak vanity/desk chair

$7,500

H 36 in W 24.5 in D 25 in

French 19th century Louis XV st. Oak vanity/desk chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and most decorative French 19th century Louis XV st. Oak vanity/desk chair. This wonderful caned armchair is raised on four elegant and slender cabriole legs with mottled ...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

French 19th century Louis XV st. Oak vanity/desk chair

$9,700

H 36.25 in W 30 in D 24 in

French 19th century Louis XV st. Oak vanity/desk chair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and most decorative French 19th century Louis XV st. Oak vanity/desk chair. This wonderful caned armchair is raised on four elegant and slender cabriole legs with mottled ...

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Materials

Cane, Oak

Vintage Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s

$840Sale Price|43% Off

H 19 in W 48 in D 20 in

Vintage Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s

By Morris of California

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Campaign Style Vanity / Writing Desk With Chair by Morris of California. Circa 1960s Features a white body with contrasting bright yellow drawers with brass hardware. In good...

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Wood

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19th Century French Cane Vanity Chair

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H 34.5 in W 16.5 in D 16 in

19th Century French Cane Vanity Chair

Located in Charlotte, NC

Really lovely, caned carved chair. Measures: Seat height is 17" T.

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A French Painted Wood & Cane Vanity Chair.

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A French Painted Wood & Cane Vanity Chair.

Located in Bellport, NY

Louis the XVI style vanity chair, with cabriole legs, cane seat and back.

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19th Century Painted Caned Vanity Chair in the Louis XV Style

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19th Century Painted Caned Vanity Chair in the Louis XV Style

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Lovely painted vanity chair with cane seat and back. Cane is in great condition, lovely decorative carved floral motif, with Classic Louis XV curved legs.

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Cane, Wood

Pair Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Carved Walnut and Cane Vanity Chairs

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H 36.75 in W 16.5 in D 19 in

Pair Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Carved Walnut and Cane Vanity Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Both seat and back are fitted with hand-woven cane, adding texture and lightness to the design.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs

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Cane, Walnut, Fabric

Pair of Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut and Cane Vanity Chairs

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H 37.5 in W 21 in D 18 in

Pair of Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut and Cane Vanity Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Custom tie-on cushions included. Use these chairs as extra seating in a bedroom, or use them behind a desk or as vanity seating.

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Children's Furniture

Materials

Cane, Walnut

19th Century Antique French Walnut Cane Vanity & Linen Swivel Chair

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H 55 in W 37.5 in D 23 in

19th Century Antique French Walnut Cane Vanity & Linen Swivel Chair

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Carved walnut vanity with cane, carved ribbons and roses. Vanity has two working bronze mounted sconces with lamp shades.

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French Louis XV Style Triple Oval Mirror Walnut Vanity & Chair

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Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This exquisite French Louis XV style triple-oval mirror vanity is a rare example of early 20th-century American luxury craftsmanship. Manufactured in Manhattan, New York for high-end...

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French Country Cane Back Vanity Chair

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French Country Cane Back Vanity Chair

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

French Country cane back vanity chair Painted and upholstered Louis XVI style vanity chair in natural linen.

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Louis XVI style cane back vanity chair with hand-carved flowers.

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Pair of Painted Cane Back Ribbon Carved Vanity Chairs

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

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20th Century Louis XV Style Swivel Vanity Chair with Cane

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20th Century Louis XV Style Swivel Vanity Chair with Cane

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

20th century Louis XV style swivel vanity chair with cane. Finished in our signature oyster white finish, with subtle distressed edges, and antique patina.

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French Vanity Chair

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French Vanity Chair

Located in Pomona, CA

Louis XV style cane back loose cushion vanity chair.

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Linen, Cane, Wood

Louis XV Style French Vanity Chair with Cane and Linen Slip Cover

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H 32.5 in W 26 in D 23 in

Louis XV Style French Vanity Chair with Cane and Linen Slip Cover

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Louis XV style French vanity bench with cane and linen slip cover Original wood patina finish, on this carved French Louis XV style chair with cane and burlap upholstered sides.

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Linen, Cane, Walnut, Down

Louis XV Style Vanity Chair

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H 33 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in

Louis XV Style Vanity Chair

Located in Pomona, CA

Louis XV style vanity chair. The seat and the back are cane.

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Cane, Wood

19th Century French Style Painted Cane and Upholstered Vanity or Side Chair

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H 39 in W 20 in D 22 in

19th Century French Style Painted Cane and Upholstered Vanity or Side Chair

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Exquisite 19th century French cane chair crafted from solid walnut and painted in a charming oyster white finish.

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Antique 19th Century Side Chairs

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Linen, Cane, Fruitwood

French Country Louis XV Style Swivel Vanity Chair Cane Back Boudoir Seat Walnut

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H 37 in W 21 in D 25 in

French Country Louis XV Style Swivel Vanity Chair Cane Back Boudoir Seat Walnut

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Country / Louis XV style revolving vanity chair or stool. Item features a solid carved wood frame, shapely cabriole legs terminating at carved feet, cane back and seat...

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Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Swivel Chairs

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Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Antique French Louis XVI Style Gold Giltwood Cane Boudoir Vanity Side Chair

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H 37 in W 15.5 in D 17 in

Antique French Louis XVI Style Gold Giltwood Cane Boudoir Vanity Side Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Louis XVI Style Gold Giltwood Cane Boudoir Vanity Side Chair. Item features a gold gilt finish, cane back and seat, solid wood frame, distressed finish, nicely carved ...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Side Chairs

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Cane, Wood

19th Century French Style Painted Cane and Upholstered Vanity or Side Chair

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H 36 in W 20.6 in D 21 in

19th Century French Style Painted Cane and Upholstered Vanity or Side Chair

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

19th century French cane chair crafted from solid fruitwood and painted in a charming oyster white finish.

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Linen, Walnut

19th Century French Louis XVI Caned Vanity Bench

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H 30 in W 21 in D 21 in

19th Century French Louis XVI Caned Vanity Bench

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French Louis XVI caned vanity bench features a wonderful distressed painted finish that accentuates the spiral ribbon and acanthus leaf motifs hand-carved into the frame...

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19th Century Giltwood Carved Louis XVI Style Vanity Chair

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H 26.5 in W 31 in D 19 in

19th Century Giltwood Carved Louis XVI Style Vanity Chair

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Fabulous painted giltwood chair with intricate carved details. This low back carved Louis XVI style chair is original double cane back, and caned seat with a custom upholstered seat ...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

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19th Century Giltwood Carved Louis XVI Style Vanity Chairs

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19th Century Giltwood Carved Louis XVI Style Vanity Chairs

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Fabulous giltwood chairs with intricate carved details. These low back carved Louis XVI style chairs are original double caned backs, and caned seats with a custom upholstered seat c...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

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Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood

Edward Wormley Revolving Chair

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H 31.25 in W 21 in D 22.5 in

Edward Wormley Revolving Chair

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Wormley for Dunbar curved-back swivel chair, can be used as desk or vanity chair. Caned back with brass vertical stretcher, tapered legs.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Cane, Mahogany

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Swivel Seat Cane Back Black Ebonized Vanity Chair

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H 42.5 in W 22 in D 22 in

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Swivel Seat Cane Back Black Ebonized Vanity Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Louis XVI style swivel seat cane back black ebonized vanity chair. Item features a swivel seat, cane back, stretcher base, solid wood frame, upholstered arm rests, nic...

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Mid-20th Century North American Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Antique French Carved Oak Vanity Bench Stool Chair Cane Seat Louis XV c1890

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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 18 in

Antique French Carved Oak Vanity Bench Stool Chair Cane Seat Louis XV c1890

Located in Shreveport, LA

Direct from France, a beautiful antique French bench seat with lovely carvings throughout and original cane seat and sides!~ ~The profile immediately catches your eye with it’s scrol...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Benches

Materials

Cane, Oak

Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Desk or Vanity Chair, French, circa 1880

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H 35.5 in W 24 in L 35.5 in

Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Desk or Vanity Chair, French, circa 1880

Located in San Francisco, CA

Louis XVI style hand-carved and caned walnut chaise de bureau with upholstered cushion. Carved floral and ribbon design at back rail and on the knees, standing on five cabriole legs ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

20th Century Louis XVI Style Painted Cane Vanity Chair with Loose Cushion

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H 22 in W 22.5 in D 21 in

20th Century Louis XVI Style Painted Cane Vanity Chair with Loose Cushion

Located in Dallas, TX

A custom loose seat cushion, tailored in a muted plaid fabric, provides comfort and contrast against the painted frame and woven cane. Graceful and well proportioned, this chair is i...

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Fabric, Paint, Cane

French 1920s Dressing Table and Chair

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H 54.34 in W 31.5 in D 17.33 in

French 1920s Dressing Table and Chair

Located in London, GB

From 1920s France this Rococo styled set is a very decorative white painted kidney bean shaped dressing table and chair. The dressing table has a raised back, with a mirror set i...

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Cane, Glass, Beech

Antique French Cane Walnut Accent Desk Vanity Chair

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H 37 in W 17.5 in D 16 in

Antique French Cane Walnut Accent Desk Vanity Chair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of An Antique French Cane walnut accent desk vanity chair Approximate Measurements in Inches 37" high a...

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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Chairs

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19th Century Wood and Cane Back French Country Style Vanity Chair

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H 33 in W 19.5 in D 21 in

19th Century Wood and Cane Back French Country Style Vanity Chair

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

French country cane back vanity chair painted and upholstered Louis XV style vanity chair in natural linen.

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Linen, Cane, Foam, Wood

Fine Carved Walnut Cane Seat & Back French Vanity Dressing Table Chair MINT!

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H 35 in W 17 in D 16 in

Fine Carved Walnut Cane Seat & Back French Vanity Dressing Table Chair MINT!

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Fine carved walnut cane seat & back French vanity dressing table chair MINT!

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

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Midcentury Italian Cane and Wood Vanity Stool

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H 26 in W 15 in D 16 in

Midcentury Italian Cane and Wood Vanity Stool

By Jordan Marsh

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A midcentury vanity stool of sculpted wood and woven cane. Three wood legs and whimsical sculpted back. Original cane seat. Retains tag reading "Made in Italy Expressly for Jordan Ma...

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

Materials

Cane, Wood

19th C Venetian Walnut Petite Vanity Stool Chair W Cane Seat

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H 26 in W 16 in D 18 in

19th C Venetian Walnut Petite Vanity Stool Chair W Cane Seat

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

19th C Venetian Walnut Petite Vanity Stool Chair W Cane Seat

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Materials

Walnut

French Country Louis XV Style Swivel Vanity Chair Cane Back Boudoir Seat Walnut

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H 37 in W 21 in D 25 in

French Country Louis XV Style Swivel Vanity Chair Cane Back Boudoir Seat Walnut

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French country / Louis XV style revolving vanity chair or stool. Item features a solid carved wood frame, shapely cabriole legs terminating at carved feet, cane back and seat...

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Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Hand Carved Louis XVI Armchair Side Chair Vanity Bench Banquette with Caned Seat

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H 31 in W 23 in D 18 in

Hand Carved Louis XVI Armchair Side Chair Vanity Bench Banquette with Caned Seat

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This hand-carved and painted Louis XVI style armchair with caned seat features scrolled arms appointed with carved acanthus leaves. A colonnade of fluted columns embraces its sides a...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Wood

Carved Walnut Vanity Dressing Table Bergere Chair, French, circa 1900

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H 27.25 in W 21 in D 19.5 in

Carved Walnut Vanity Dressing Table Bergere Chair, French, circa 1900

Located in San Francisco, CA

Highly carved walnut Louis XVI style vanity Bergere chair with caned seat and sides, France, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Antique Louis XVI Style French Vanity Chiar in Oyster White Finish

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H 36 in W 17 in D 17 in

Antique Louis XVI Style French Vanity Chiar in Oyster White Finish

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Over 2000 items in stock ready to ship, scroll down to see our current inventory. Click view all! Antique French Louis XVI Style Cane chair Size 17”w x 17”d x 36”h. Seat H:19...

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Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

1966 Vintage Hibriten Bernhardt French Provincial Caned Vanity Arm Accent Chair

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H 29.5 in W 22 in D 22 in

1966 Vintage Hibriten Bernhardt French Provincial Caned Vanity Arm Accent Chair

By Hibriten

Located in Dayton, OH

"Mid Century 1966 Hibriten arm chair featuring French Provincial styling with caned drapery back, serpentine shape, and cabriole legs. Hibriten Furniture Co. and Hibriten Chair Co...

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Vintage 1960s French Provincial Armchairs

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Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany, Walnut

19thc French Double Caned Vanity Chair

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H 23 in W 25.25 in D 20 in

19thc French Double Caned Vanity Chair

Located in Charlotte, NC

Beautifully Patinated, Double Caned in Tight Condition. New Down/Feather Cushion in Heavy Belgian Linen. So Pretty.

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Antique 19th Century French Chairs

Materials

Wood, Linen

Charmng Cane and Parcel gilt with polychrome Vanity Chair

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H 36 in W 17 in D 16 in

Charmng Cane and Parcel gilt with polychrome Vanity Chair

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Fine small sized seat but tall back desk or side chair with caned seat and back panel and great carving and patina

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Early 20th Century Unknown Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane

Swivel Vanity Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

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H 31 in Dm 20 in

Swivel Vanity Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vintage 1950s swiveling vanity chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Linen, Cane, Mahogany

19th Century French Paint Decorated Caned Vanity Chair in the Style of Louis XV

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H 35.24 in W 18.5 in D 17 in

19th Century French Paint Decorated Caned Vanity Chair in the Style of Louis XV

Located in Pau, FR

Lovely 19th century paint decorated vanity chair with cane seat and back. The cane is in great condition.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs

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2-Piece Vintage Painted Vanity with Beveled Mirror and Chair

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H 30 in W 36 in D 17 in

2-Piece Vintage Painted Vanity with Beveled Mirror and Chair

Located in Livingston, NJ

The side pieces of the mirror are movable and there are carvings throughout. The chair has a cane back and a recently reupholstered light purple velvet seat.

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Late 20th Century Vanities

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T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Cane Desk Vanity Chair for Widdicomb

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H 32 in W 16.25 in D 20 in

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Cane Desk Vanity Chair for Widdicomb

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Baltimore, MD

This stylish cane-covered chair by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb has brass nailhead details.

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Mid-20th Century American Chairs

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Swivel Vanity Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

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H 31 in Dm 20 in

Swivel Vanity Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vintage 1950s swiveling vanity chair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Linen, Cane, Mahogany

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Rosso Wall Mirror

$1,395 / item

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 1.97 in

Rosso Wall Mirror

By Specchi Veneziani

Located in Milan, IT

Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...

Category

2010s Italian Renaissance Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Series03 Wall Sconce, "Smoke" Patinated Sculpted Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade

$3,515 / item

H 12.63 in W 7 in D 5.5 in

Series03 Wall Sconce, "Smoke" Patinated Sculpted Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade

By Adam Otlewski

Located in Ozone Park, NY

Sculpted solid brass in a "smoke" acid patinated finish, machined and mechanically fastened. Goatskin parchment shade with accordion-folded face and hand stitched edges. Hand-dyed br...

Category

2010s American Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp

$2,650 / item

H 63.5 in Dm 16.25 in

Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...

Category

2010s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Travertine Pedestal Cone Side Table

$1,318Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 16.54 in Dm 15.75 in

Travertine Pedestal Cone Side Table

By Kiwano Concept

Located in Eindhoven, NB

Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning beige travertine CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design pi...

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Art Deco Italian Side Table in Burl Wood

$3,850

H 22.29 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in

Art Deco Italian Side Table in Burl Wood

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Art Deco side table, walnut burl, elm burl, Italy, 1940s This stunning Art Deco side table is an exquisite example of Italian craftsmanship from the 1940s. Its design features a cap...

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Burl

Paavo Tynell '1967' Canvas Shade Pendant Lamp for GUBI

$999 / item

H 7.8 in Dm 22 in

Paavo Tynell '1967' Canvas Shade Pendant Lamp for GUBI

By Paavo Tynell, Gubi

Located in Glendale, CA

Paavo Tynell '1967' Canvas Shade Pendant for GUBI. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell, encompassing several variations of a classic 1950s Tynell design, this family of classic pend...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Tall Janus Occasional Table with Natzler Tiles for Dunbar 1960s

$12,500

H 24.13 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in

Edward Wormley Tall Janus Occasional Table with Natzler Tiles for Dunbar 1960s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Rare, tall version of the Janus Occasional table, Model 6047, designed by Edward Wormley for the Dunbar Janus line in 1960. The table contains twenty five original Gertrude and Otto...

Category

Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

French Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood and Parquetry Vanity Dressing Table

$1,750

H 59 in W 27.75 in D 13.75 in

French Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood and Parquetry Vanity Dressing Table

Located in Doylestown, PA

French Louis XV style ormolu-mounted kingwood and satinwood parquetry dressing table or coiffeuse, late 19th century. Incredibly luxurious petite dressing table inlaid with trellis ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Vanities

Materials

Ormolu

Art Deco Vanity by J.B. Van Sciver with Parquetry Inlay Donald Deskey Style

$2,840Sale Price|20% Off

H 65 in W 46 in D 20 in

Art Deco Vanity by J.B. Van Sciver with Parquetry Inlay Donald Deskey Style

By J.B. Van Sciver Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A tour de force of Art Deco styling, this vanity retailed by J.B. Van Sciver, showcasing the geometric refinement and architectural influence of the period. The piece features richly...

Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Mahogany

"Organic 3" Modern Nesting Coffee Tables by Last Workshop, Walnut

$8,350 / set

H 16 in W 58 in D 32 in

"Organic 3" Modern Nesting Coffee Tables by Last Workshop, Walnut

By Last Workshop

Located in Chicago, IL

"Organic 3" Organic shaped nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut, natural finish Table one "XL": 68" x 50" x 15"H Table two "L": 56" x 33" x 12.5"H If not in s...

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

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Cane Vanity Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cane vanity chairs available for sale. Each of these unique cane vanity chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, cane and natural fiber. Cane vanity chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Cane vanity chairs bearing Louis XVI or louis xv hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made cane vanity chairs over the years, but those made by Morris of California are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Cane Vanity Chairs?

Prices for cane vanity chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cane vanity chairs begin at $650 and can go as high as $7,200, while the average can fetch as much as $1,480.

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 Cane Vanity Chairs

What is cane on a chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a cane chair?
1 Answer
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.
Are cane chairs strong?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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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