Maruni Mokko Japanese Folding Sling Chair
By Maruni
Located in London, GB
Maruni Mokko Folding Sling Chair c.1950s Quartersawn Oak with nylon mesh
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Maruni Mokko Japanese Folding Sling Chair
By Maruni
Located in London, GB
Maruni Mokko Folding Sling Chair c.1950s Quartersawn Oak with nylon mesh
Metal
$9,240 / set
Maruni Mokko of Japan Folding Sling Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Chicago, IL
Maruni Mokko of Japan folding sling chairs, Quarter sawn oak frame with original brown nylon mesh. Original very good condition. Label on underside Maruni.
Metal
1960s Japanese Bamboo, Rattan & Woven Rope Arm Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful 1960s Japanese bamboo, rattan and rope armchair. Impressively and thoroughly constructed, a thick bamboo stalk frame joined with rattan details, filled out with bamboo sl...
Bamboo, Rope
Himo Chair by Riki Watanabe, 1950s
By Riki Watanabe
Located in Venezia, VENETO
This rope chair was designed in 1952 by Riki Watanabe.
Fabric, Rope, Oak
Rare Maruni japanese Rope Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice and and rare Maruni rope chair.
Wood
Pair of Wegner Style Japanese Rope Chairs ca. 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of mid-century modern folding chairs in the manner of Hans Wegner. Made in Japan. Extraordinary level of craftsmanship.
Cord
Hans Wegner Style Folding Rope Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, AFM
Located in Redding, CT
Hans Wegner style folding rope chair.
Rope, Wood
Pair of Maruni Rope Lounge Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Maruni rope lounge chairs, circa 1950s, Japan. The chairs feature an ebonized beech wood frame and are contrasted by their camel tension roped seat and seat back.
Rope, Beech
Rope Chair from Old Maruni Mokko-1
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A rope chair made by Maruni Mokko in 1950s. A design that wraps up the body with a tension stretched with a rope on the seat surface and a seat on the back. Folding type will be made...
Rope, Wood
Rope Chair from Old Maruni Mokko-2
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A rope chair made by Maruni Mokko in 1950s. A design that wraps up the body with a tension stretched with a rope on the seat surface and a seat on the back. Folding type will be made...
Rope, Wood
Stunning Rope Chair by Maruni
By Maruni
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Stunning rope chair by Maruni from Japan, circa late 1950s.
Pair of 1950s Maruni Rope Lounge Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Bainbridge, NY
2 early Japanese Modern Rope Chairs by "Maruni". Sculptural Black ebonized wood frame with Rope seat and back.
Rope, Wood
Pair of 1950s Maruni Rope Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1950s Maruni rope chairs.
Wood
Japanese Midcentury Maruni Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1955
By Tendo Mokko, Maruni
Located in Uccle, BE
History of Maruni Wood Industry From building structures such as Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines through to private dwellings and the tools that we use in our everyday lives, Jap...
Rope, Teak
Rocker and Folding Ottoman Inspired by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Manufactured in Japan (marking on bottom of frame). Very soft and comfortable as a rocking chair for reading or rocking a child to sleep.
Rope, Oak
Original Maruni Rope Chair, Hiroshima, Japan, 1950s
By Maruni
Located in Culver City, CA
From Hiroshima, Japan in the 1950s. This rope lounge chair is not only beautiful, it's comfortable to boot.
Rope
Maruni Mokko of Japan Folding Sling Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Chicago, IL
Maruni Mokko of Japan folding sling chairs, Quarter sawn oak frame with original brown nylon mesh. Original very good condition. Label on underside Maruni.
Metal
Sold
H 29 in W 71 in D 19 in
Jorge Zalszupin Jacaranda Rosewood Credenza, Jd Móveis E Decorações, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin, J.D. Moveis e Decoracoes
Located in Culver City, CA
As photographed with a Japanese Maruni rope chair, this piece is timelessly chic and can effortlessly be integrated into almost any modern design scheme.
Rosewood
Rare Pair of 1950s "Maruni" Rope Chairs, Japan
Located in New York, NY
Pair of rope chairs from 1950s, Japan. Metal tag/makers mark "Maruni."
Wood, Rope
Elegant Rope and Wood Lounge Chair by Maruni Out of Hiroshima, Japan
By Maruni
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
1950s Japanese made lounge chair made of wood and rope great vintage condition.
Exquisite Japanese Rope Lounge Chair by Maruni, 1955
By Maruni
Located in Berkeley, CA
This chair was purchased by a US Navy commander in Japan and brought to the states in the 1950s.
Brass
Pair of Rope Chairs by Maruni, circa 1955
By Maruni
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Pair of Rope chairs by Maruni, circa 1955, Hiroshima, Japan.
Rope, Beech
$441Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 28.35 in W 20.87 in D 22.84 in
Dal Vera Bamboo Folding Chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Dal Vera
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful original Dal Vera bamboo folding chairs, produced in Italy in the 1960s. The lines of these chairs are incredible, handmade in curved bamboo with perfect proportions, ex...
Metal
$3,369
H 28.35 in W 19.3 in D 30.32 in
Gio Ponti "Ninfea" Hand-Woven Folding Chair for Fratelli Reguitti, Italy 1950s
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Roma, IT
Fabulous "Ninfea" folding chair designed by Gio Ponti for Fratelli Reguitti in Italy during the 1950s. In the super rare hand-woven wicker version, completely original and in fabul...
Brass
$2,930 / set
H 35.44 in W 29.53 in D 35.44 in
Set Of Two Kon Tiki Folding Longue Chair By Gillis Lundgren For IKEA 1970s
By Gillis Lundgren
Located in Čelinac, BA
Gillis Lundgren Folding Longue Chair Kon Tiki Set of Two For IKEA 1970s
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Wooden Folding Chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful Mid century modern wooden folding chairs. The chairs are well made and very sturdy. Good condition. 1960s - France Dimensions: Height: 75cm/29.52" Seat heigh...
Wood
$3,000
H 25.59 in W 22.64 in D 24.41 in
1960s Lounge Ropechair/MARUNI mokko vintage・Japanese Modern Armchair Mid Century
Located in 足利市, JP
A rare and striking masterpiece of Japanese Mid-Century Modern design: an Original 1960s Mid-Century Rope Lounge Chair by Maruni. Characterized by its dramatic, sculptural "Z-shaped"...
Rope, Wood
$20,350
H 30.32 in W 19.89 in D 28.35 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-61-A Rare Folding Lounge Chair / Authentic Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The relationship between the different shapes ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both ten...
Cane, Teak
Pair of Mid Century Sling Lounge Chairs
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Mid Century Sling Lounge Chairs, circa 1970s. Iron frame with connecting rods finished with gilt ribbed bronze ball finials. Each chair has simulated black leather seats. The...
Brass, Iron
Hans Wegner Pair of JH-512 Oak Folding Chairs, 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner JH-512 Folding Chairs, Oak One of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important and iconic works. The Model 512 chair was produced by master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen...
Rattan, Oak
$1,500Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 31.89 in W 26.19 in D 22.25 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Folding Chairs in Exotic Tropical Wood
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1960. We offer this pair of Mid-Century Modern folding chairs in exotic tropical wood.
Palisander
$6,500 / set
H 31 in W 21 in D 27 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Maruni, Hand-Carved Oak, 1960s
By Maruni
Located in Camden, ME
Rare pair of early 1960s hand-carved oak and vinyl cased cord laced lounge chairs in the style of the Maruni studio of Hiroshima, Japan. The turned oak framed chairs have had their o...
Cord, Oak
$3,718
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 28.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Folding Beech Vintage Chair Style Gio Ponti, 1960s, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage beech folding chair or lounge chair, which was made in 1960s in Italy. It consists of a solid brown stained and lacquered beechwood construction, while the...
Nylon, Beech
A Set Of Four Hans Wegner Folding Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stunning set of four (4) Hans Wegner folding chairs produced by Johannes Hansen, ca' 1950's. Original caning in very good condition and wonderful patina.
Brass
Hans Wegner JH-512 Oak Folding Chair, c. 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
This classic folding chair in oak and cane was one of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important and iconic works. The model 512 chair was produced by master cabinetmaker Johannes...
Rattan, Oak
Mexican Folding Chair by Muebles Toluca
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare Mexican folding chair by Muebles Toluca, circa 1960. Made in primavera wood and natural palm cords.
Seagrass
$6,400
H 31 in W 25 in D 28 in
Hans Wegner Midcentury Original Classic JH-512 Folding Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Studio City, CA
Iconic in design and aesthetic. This exquisite folding chair was designed by famed Danish designer Hans Wegner and is in its original finish and cane seat and back. The chair has the...
Cane, Oak
$9,000 / set
H 27.5 in W 22.25 in D 36 in
Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, Linen, Fir
By Ficks Reed, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, new beige linen upholstery, fir wood.
Fabric, Fir
$158,000 / set
H 27.56 in W 22.84 in D 20.08 in
Exceptionally Rare Set of Eight George Nakashima 'Grass-seated Chairs' in American Black Walnut
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, set of eight 'Grass-seated Chairs', American black walnut, sea grass cord, United States, early 1960s Through its pure form, thoughtful use of materials, and exqui...
Seagrass, Walnut
$2,360 / item
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought with three feet. The upholstered se...
Wood
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$14,750 / item
H 13 in W 36 in D 52 in
Handcrafted Coffee Table by J.M. Szymanski, Modern Blackened Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
TABLE NO. 15 - COFFEE TABLE J.M. Szymanski d. 2019 This Noguchi-inspired coffee table is handcrafted in 3/8” thick steel, with a natural black patina and wax finish, to create an u...
Steel, Iron
$790Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
$5,525 / item
H 7.75 in W 14 in D 14 in
Series03 Large Flush Mount, Polished Unlacquered Brass, Goatskin Parchment Shade
By Adam Otlewski
Located in Ozone Park, NY
Solid machined brass, hand-stitched accordian folded goatskin parchment shade with diffuser. Shades are made from genuine goatskin parchment, hand-selected for each lamp for its na...
Brass
$1,500
H 43.12 in W 30.52 in D 15.63 in
1930s - 1940s Japanese antique mid-size closet with drawers, wabi sabi organic
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from a Kominka in Ibaraki pref, Japan. This mid-size wooden closet is a product of 1930s - 40s (early Showa period) estimate from the style, conditions, also hearing from...
Brass
$78,400 / set
H 36.62 in W 40.95 in D 26.97 in
Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Brasiliana is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1965 and produced by his company, L'atelier. These rare pieces have molde...
Rosewood, Fabric
Japanese Modern Coffee Table By Isamu Kenmochi for Tendo Mokko
By Isamu Kenmochi, Tendo Mokko
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Immerse yourself in the elegance of mid-century modern design with this authentic Isamu Kenmochi coffee table, crafted by the esteemed Tendo Mokko company in the 1960s. This piece is...
Oak, Bentwood
Roger Capron Coffee Table in Ceramic with Floral Motif
By Roger Capron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron, coffee table, ceramic, beech, France, 1960s French coffee tables with wonderful composed ceramic tiles by French ceramic artist Roger Capron. The table feature a vibr...
Ceramic, Beech
$3,500
H 72.84 in W 48.04 in D 2.56 in L 72.84 in
Japanese Antique Huge Door " Wall Decoration " 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi"
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japanese Antique Huge Door " Wall Decoration " 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi This extraordinary large sliding door was once used in an old warehouse in Japan. Dating back to the Meiji per...
Iron
Japanese Bench
By AFM
Located in Highland, IN
This striking bench has a combination of wood slats and woven jute seats. Manufactured by AFM Quality Furniture in Japan it has a hand-hewn quality and the understated design reminds...
Jute, Wood
Japanese Low Table, Wabi-sabi, 1920s, Japan
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
The antique low table, that was crafted from old Japanese wood. The top panel has been roughly shaved and showcases various marks and scratches that tell a story of its history. It...
Wood
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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.
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