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1950's Italian Wood and Woven Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible pair of wood armchairs with woven seats from Italy, 1950's. Square wood frame and woven rattan seats with original finish and nice patina.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

1950's Italian Wood and Woven Armchairs
1950's Italian Wood and Woven Armchairs
H 29.5 in W 25 in D 26.5 in
Set of Four Rustic Wood French Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
This charming set of four rustic wood French chairs dates back to circa 1950 and showcases the timeless elegance of French design. The chairs are made of high-quality wood and rattan...
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Vintage 1950s French Rustic Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

Set of Four Rustic Wood French Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of four rustic wood French chairs. Manufactured in French, circa 1950. In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Material...
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Vintage 1950s French Rustic Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

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

1950s Franco Albini Rattan Cane and Metal Chair Sunburst design
By Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderfully stylish good quality mid century chair, Franco Albini Style steel rod frame with rattan tub seat. Dates from the 1950s. 2 Available, priced individually. In good vintag...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

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

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

MCM Coastal Rattan & Wicker Low Legless or Zaisu Lounge Chairs Style Calif Asia
By Calif-Asia
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible Mid-20th Century Coastal Island Rattan & wicker Low, Legless, or Japanese “Zaisu” lounge chairs in the style of Calif Asia, a pair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind t...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Set of Four Rustic Wood French Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of four rustic wood French chairs. Manufactured in French, circa 1950. In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Material...
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

Handcrafted Rattan Outdoor Bar Stools by Tito Agnoli, Italy 1960s
By Bonacina, Tito Agnoli
Located in Vienna, AT
Handcrafted Rattan Bar Stools by Tito Agnoli, Italy 1960s. This set of Mid-Century Modern rattan bar stools was handcrafted by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina in 1960s. Made from high-qual...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan

Paul Frankl Bamboo Rattan Patio Chairs
By Paul Frankl, Ficks Reed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish pair of Mid-Century bamboo chairs, boasting stylish and sturdy bamboo and rattan construction. Unique vintage design, padded seat, and gorgeous complementary colors. Please ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

Paul Frankl Bamboo Rattan Patio Chairs
Paul Frankl Bamboo Rattan Patio Chairs
H 32 in W 29.25 in D 42 in
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

Pair Of Mid-Century Modern Tall Rattan Wicker Peacock Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of mid-century modern tall rattan wicker peacock style chairs. Chairs feature the classic tall peacock style with a unique addition of original upholstered seats. Would look gre...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan

Rare 1930s French Wicker Rattan Emmanuelle Peacock Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
A large, classic 1930s Peacock chair handcrafted in France of woven two-toned rattan and wicker. Having a flamboyant shaped high flaring back that resembles the fanned feathers of th...
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Vintage 1930s French Bohemian Chairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Italian mid-century modern rattan armchairs with curved armrests, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Beautiful and classic Italian mid-century modern rattan armchairs with curved armrests, 1960s Armchairs with structure entirely in rattan with bands to hold it all together, with cur...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan

Mid Century Restored Rattan Bar Stool with Wicker Seat
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rattan bar stool with woven wicker seats and 3 strand rattan pull legs. Stool comes with a full formed back rest complimented by arches connecting each leg. Measures: Height- 38" Di...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan

Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet in very nice original condition with signs of use.
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Chairs

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 16.15 in
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

Lloyd Loom 1960s “Stingray” Retro Arm Chair A Quirky statement piece of its ti
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Lloyd Loom 1960s “Stingray” Retro Arm Chair A Quirky statement piece of its time, “The Lloyd Loom Stingray” the chair is in pretty good condition for its age no major faults just g...
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan

Gio Ponti Ultraleggera Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in MADRID, ES
Gio Ponti designed this chair in the 1950s, commissioned by Cassina, a company that has been producing it continuously ever since. Fifty-seven years after its commercialisation, it ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

Gio Ponti Ultraleggera Chairs
Gio Ponti Ultraleggera Chairs
H 36.62 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Set of Four Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Čelinac, BA
Frederic Weinberg Wicker and Iron Chairs 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Iron

Pair of Iconic Margherita Rattan Armchairs by Franco Albini for Bonacina
By Franco Albini, Bonacina
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Beautiful couple of Iconic Franco Albini armchairs model "Margherita" 1951, manufactured by Bonacina. Margherita is considered the first "legless" armchair of Italian design. The p...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Rattan

1970's Italian oak and rattan dining chairs ...
Located in Brecht, BE
a great set of 12 dining chairs, made in Italy during the 1970's, great vintage design and in very good vintage condition, oak and rattan ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chairs

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Rattan, Oak

Pair of Gio Ponti, 'Ninfea' Folding Rattan Chairs for Fratelli Reguitti, c 1957
By Fratelli Reguitti, Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
Original pair of Gio Ponti folding rattan chairs. For Fratelli Reguitti. Italy circa 1950s ebonized wood and rattan. Restored. Fully functional. Surprisingly comfortable!
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

Mid-Century Rattan Loop Tub Club Chair, Woven Cane Seat
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Unusual rattan tub chair with loop motif and woven cane seat.
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Mid-20th Century Chairs

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Cane, Rattan

Pair of Midcentury Marcel Breuer Chrome and Rattan Cesca Chairs for Gavina 1970s
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Roma, IT
Set of wonderful two mid-century chromed metal and rattan chairs "Cesca model". These amazing chairs were designed by Marcel Breuer and produced for Gavina in Italy during the 1970s....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Natural Woven Rattan/Wicker Mid Century Barrel Chairs a Pair
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a wonderful boho chic pair of rattan chairs with natural wicker woven in a conventional cross hatch pattern. The chair bottoms are round like barrels and the tops are a flare...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Tub Chairs After Lloyd and Loom - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Transform your living space with this chic pair of Vintage Boho Woven Rattan Tub Chairs, reminiscent of the timeless Lloyd and Loom style. Crafted with intricate woven rattan, these ...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Chairs

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Rattan

Set Of Eight 699 "Superleggera" Chairs Designed By Gio Ponti for Amedeo Cassina.
By Gio Ponti
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of eight chairs mod. Superleggera designed by Gio Ponti for Figli Di Amadeo Cassina. Made of solid ash wood and rattan. Italy 1957. Its construction challenge is contained in the...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan, Ash

Restored Rattan Dining Armchair W/ Twisted Rattan Arms, Set of 4
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of four vintage rattan dining chairs with unique twisted stick rattan arms on a pole rattan frame and white fabric seats. 1980, United States We only purchase and sell only the b...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan

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

Pair of Frederic Weinberg Wicker, Wrought Iron and Brass Chairs, USA 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a set of Mid-Century Modern chairs designed by Frederic Weinberg, the renowned US designer. Chairs are made of wrought iron and wicker, with brass detai...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Pair of Lounge Chairs "MR10" by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in PARIS, FR
MR10 chair by designer Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe, from the 1930s. Cantilevered flexible frame, chrome steel tube, and beige cane seat. Slight signs of wear. Two chairs available. LP87...
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Mid-20th Century Chairs

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Metal

Gio Ponti and Carminati Bamboo Italian Peacock Chair 1950s
By Lio Carminati, Gio Ponti
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

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

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Wicker, Rattan

Mies Van Der Rohe B42 Rattan Easy Chair by Tecta, circa 1960
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This MR10 chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 is a true masterpiece of modern design. Manufactured by Tecta in Germany circa 1960, these chair are a testament to the e...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Elegant Italian Cane Side Chairs
Located in Dronten, NL
Graceful Italian 1950s side chair in solid black enameled steel rod and rattan. Three chairs available, priced individually.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Elegant Italian Cane Side Chairs
Elegant Italian Cane Side Chairs
H 33.08 in W 16.93 in D 18.9 in
Two L. Sognot Style Rattan Lounge Chairs w. Blue "Chiné" Cushions - France 1950s
By Louis Sognot
Located in New York, NY
Pair of stylish rattan loungers in the style of Louis Sognot with freshly upholstered "chiné" blue wool cushions. These chairs will ship from France and can be returned to either Fr...
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

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Wool, Upholstery, Rattan

Italian Chiavari chairs in walnut and wicker by Colombo Sanguineti 1960s
By Colombo Sanguineti
Located in MIlano, IT
Pair of Chiavari model chairs made of walnut wood and original woven wicker seat, with turned strips on the back. One of the two chairs has a darker coloring than the other because o...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan, Walnut

Mies Van Der Rohe B42 Rattan Easy Chair by Tecta, circa 1960
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This MR10 chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 is a true masterpiece of modern design. Manufactured by Tecta in Germany circa 1960, these chair are a testament to the e...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Mies Van Der Rohe B42 Rattan Easy Chair by Tecta, circa 1960
Mies Van Der Rohe B42 Rattan Easy Chair by Tecta, circa 1960
No Reserve
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rattan Bamboo Chairs, Janine Abraham, Dirk Rol, 1960s
By Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol, Franco Albini
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

Pair of Italian Rattan Lounge Chairs with matching Table, Mid-Century, Set of 3
Located in Munich, DE
Mid-century Italian design wicker lounge chairs with matching oval table. The original cushions of the chairs have been given a new look with geometric fabric. Very comfortable, ligh...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan

Pair of Mid Century Italian Sculpted Rattan & Iron Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Italian Sculpted Rattan & Iron Chairs Sculptural handwoven rattan and iron hoop chairs Black metal curved hairpin base Patina from age and use Newly reconditioned Timel...
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Mid-20th Century European Chairs

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Iron

Rattan Porters Chair in the Manner of Franco Albini
By Franco Albini
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Tall rattan hooded porters chair in the style of Franco Albini. Features a canopied design and a rich, deep brown finish. Solid construction and only minor imperfections consistent w...
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Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Chairs

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Rattan

Rattan Chair with Braided Back in the style of Louis Sognot - France 1960's
By Louis Sognot
Located in New York, NY
Elegant rattan chair with a braided rattan back and wicker seat. In good vintage condition. Stable. Reminiscent of the Louis Sognot creations. This chair will ship from France and ca...
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Vintage 1960s French Chairs

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Wicker, Rattan

Sedie in rattan intrecciato, moderne italiane, con schienale alto, 1960 ca., 19
Located in MIlano, IT
Set di quattro sedie in rattan con giunture ad intreccio e archetti laterali di rinforzo. La seduta presenta un motivo sfalsato sempre ad intreccio e lo schienale della sedia è alto ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan

Timeless Elegance: Gian Franco Legler's Boho Basket Chair in Rattan
By Gian Franco Legler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Introducing the Basket Chair by designer Gian Franco Legler – a masterpiece crafted from exquisite rattan. Gian Franco Legler, known for his innovative designs, seamlessly blends com...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Børge Mogensen, Set of 4 Oak J39 Dining Chairs
By Børge Mogensen, FDB Møbler
Located in Kastrup, DK
Børge Mogensen 1914-1972: Set of 4 Shaker dining chairs model J-39 by Børge Mogensen for FDB Mobler. Crafted from solid oak wood and features a handwoven seat in natural paper cord...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rattan, Oak

A Sculptural MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST CHAIR by RAOUL GUYS, France 1950
By Raoul Guys
Located in PARIS, FR
A spectacular chair of tribal inspiration, Modernist, Brutalist, Popular Art, Free Form, black lacquered metal structure, seat and back with graphic openwork rattan decorations, by R...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Minimalistic steel and Rattan Side Chair in the style of Martin Visser
By Martin Visser
Located in Berlin, DE
Super lightweight Minimalistic rectilinear steel and Rattan Side Chair in the manner of Martin Visser
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Timeless Elegance: Gian Franco Legler's Boho Basket Chair in Rattan
By Gian Franco Legler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Introducing the Basket Chair by designer Gian Franco Legler – a masterpiece crafted from exquisite rattan. Gian Franco Legler, known for his innovative designs, seamlessly blends com...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Danny Ho Fong "Wave" Chair, Tropi-Cal
By Danny Ho Fong
Located in Raleigh, NC
Danny Ho Fong designed this wave chair for Tropi-cal in the late 1960's. It consists of a steel frame and hand woven rattan. Its organic nature makes it perfect for a space that nee...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

1950s Rattan Cane and Metal Chair Franco Albini 2 available B
By Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderfully stylish good quality mid century chair, Franco Albini Style steel rod frame with rattan tub seat. Dates from the 1950s. 2 Available, priced individually. In good vintag...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Steel

Vintage rattan armchair, Dutch Design, 1960
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This rattan armchair has its own unique look thanks to the double bars. The seating comfort is very pleasant. The open character of this chair also gives a spatial effect to your liv...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Chairs

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Metal

Vintage rattan armchair, Dutch Design, 1960
Vintage rattan armchair, Dutch Design, 1960
H 27.96 in W 22.84 in D 23.23 in
6 Chinoiserie Bamboo Rattan Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs 12 Available
Located in Hudson, NY
Set of 6 stunning ebonized chinoiserie Chinese Art Deco style dining chair with lovely yet sturdy upholstery. These chairs are solid and perfect for everyday use. This listing is fo...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Cane, Rattan

Oak and Rattan High back Throne Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, high-back "throne" chair with handsome oak frame and woven rattan seat and backrest. This unique chair distinguishes itself with a a low seat with short legs and a very ...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Rattan, Oak

Ficks Reed Mid 20th Century Faux Bamboo Rattan Swivel Chairs
By Ficks Reed
Located in Carmel, NY
Mid-20th century Coastal style swivel seat armchairs by Ficks Reed. Bamboo and Faux Bamboo frame, cane backrest, rattan strapping. Made in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, circa 1960's. These ...
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Mid-20th Century American Chairs

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Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Paint

Timeless Elegance: Gian Franco Legler's Boho Basket Chair in Rattan
By Gian Franco Legler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Introducing the Basket Chair by designer Gian Franco Legler – a masterpiece crafted from exquisite rattan. Gian Franco Legler, known for his innovative designs, seamlessly blends com...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Carlo Hauner. Suite of 4 Rattan chairs, c. 1950. Metal and rattan
By Carlo Hauner
Located in PARIS, FR
The suite of 4 rattan chairs designed by Carlo Hauner, dating from about 1950, is a superb example of timeless design. Made from rattan and metal, these chairs combine elegance and d...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Metal

Vintage rattan armchair, Dutch Design, 1960
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This rattan armchair has a beautiful open design and stands on subtle black metal legs. The seating comfort is very pleasant. The open character of this chair also gives a spatial ef...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Chairs

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Rattan

Vintage rattan armchair, Dutch Design, 1960
Vintage rattan armchair, Dutch Design, 1960
H 31.11 in W 24.81 in D 27.56 in
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Mid-20th Century Rattan Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of mid-20th century rattan chairs available for sale. Mid-20th century rattan chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Rohe Noordwolde, Dirk Van Sliedregt and Charlotte Perriand each produced beautiful mid-20th century rattan chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Mid-20th Century Rattan Chairs?

Prices for mid-20th century rattan chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mid-20th century rattan chairs begin at $215 and can go as high as $56,626, while the average can fetch as much as $2,290.

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.