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Rattan Papasan Chair

Rattan Swivel Chair
Located in Red Lion, PA
Vintage Boho chich Swivel Bamboo Rattan Papasan Chair Swivel chair features a bamboo and rattan
Category

Vintage 1970s Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Rattan Swivel Chair
Rattan Swivel Chair
$375
H 39 in W 29 in D 28 in
Bamboo and Rattan Papasan Lounge Chair with Missoni Style Cushion
Located in Barcelona, ES
Huge bamboo and rattan Papasan chair with colorful Missoni striped cushion, Philippines, 1950s
Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric

Mid-Century Modern French Bamboo "Papasan" Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern French Bamboo "Papasan" lounge chair with a beautiful patina. Wear consistent
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

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Vintage French Rattan Papasan Chair
Located in High Point, NC
This papasan chair was made in France, circa 1980, and comes with a well-padded cream cushion for
Category

Vintage 1980s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage French Rattan Papasan Chair
Vintage French Rattan Papasan Chair
H 24.4 in W 44.9 in D 44.9 in
Mid-Century French Bouclé Cushioned Papasan Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Made in France in the mid-20th century, this rattan frame lounge chair is topped with a soft bouclé
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Rattan

Papasan Bamboo Wicker Lounge Chair, 1970s, Italy
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exotic Boho mid-century rattan Papasan chair in excellent condition. White cushion. Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Papasan Bamboo Wicker Lounge Chair, 1970s, Italy
Papasan Bamboo Wicker Lounge Chair, 1970s, Italy
H 47.25 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Rattan Two Part Papasan Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rattan two part papasan chair with new cushion.
Category

20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Midcentury French Papasan Lounge Chairs, circa 1970
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Papasan rattan and bamboo lounge chairs, France, circa 1970, these cultural icons from the swinging 1960s
Category

Vintage 1970s French International Style Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

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Extra grade 1970's vintage swivel, and tilt lounge chair constructed of wrapped rattan, and bamboo, with original upholstered seat cushion insert pad. This example is unusual in th...
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1980s Rattan Coastal Sculptural Swivel Chairs, set of 2
By Ficks Reed
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning rattan chairs you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best,...
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Questions About Rattan Papasan Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many furniture lovers believe that rattan chairs are worth it. Not only is rattan a visually appealing choice of material for furniture making, but it is also a lightweight, durable material that resists damage due to UV, moisture and fluctuations in temperature. Rattan chairs in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Art Deco styles are especially popular today. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in rattan chairs is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find rattan chairs and other seating on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, you can usually refinish rattan chairs. First, you will need to strip away the old finish. Then, you can apply a new finish to the chair. The type of finish you should use depends on whether you will display your chair indoors or outdoors. You'll find a range of rattan chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To renew a rattan chair, start by stripping away its old finish. Apply a conditioner approved for use on rattan, and then refinish as desired. Shop a variety of antique and vintage rattan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between rattan and wicker is that one is a material, and the other is a crafting technique. Wicker is a method of weaving together thin, slightly rigid elements together. Rattan is one material used to make wicker. It is a slightly flexible, wood-like substance that comes from one of hundreds of species of climbing vines from the Calamoideae subfamily. Artisans also produce wicker out of other materials, such as reeds, bamboo, willow and resin polymers. Explore a wide range of rattan and wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between rattan and bamboo chairs is what they are made of. Rattan comes from a number of vine-like plants and resembles a reed. Derived from grass-like plants in the Bambusoideae subfamily, bamboo is a material more similar to wood. Due to the properties of the materials, rattan chairs tend to be lighter and more flexible than bamboo chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of rattan and bamboo chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Round rattan chairs are known as papasan chairs. Papasan chairs are characterized by their large bowl shape, which rests in a rattan frame, and is complete with a large cushion. Shop a collection of Papasan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.