Rattan Chairs

Stool model 927 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Mahogany and rattan. Measures: H: 43 cm W: 43 cm D: 28 cm Josef Frank was a true European, he was also a pioneer of what would become classic 20th century Swedish design and the “Scandinavian Design Style”. Austrian- born Frank started his design career as an architect after having trained at the Technische Hochschule in Vienna between 1903 and 1910. After his training he went on to teach at Kunstgewerbeschule (The Viennese School of Arts and crafts) where he developed and espoused the new school of modernist thinking towards Architecture and Design that was coming to fruition in Vienna at the time. He also went on to lead the Vienna Werkbund throughout the 1920s. This was a truly progressive group of Architects and Designers who set about improving the daily lives of Austrian people through modernist design and architecture in partnership with Arts and Crafts ideals and construction. Frank’s leadership of the Werkbund had already cemented his place at the forefront of European design. Frank’s time in Vienna was typified by his design for the “Die Wohnung” exhibition of the Deutscher Werkbund in Stuttgart, 1927 where he exhibited along side his contemporaries at the forefront of design, such as the likes of Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius. Here he showed a specially designed pair of flat-roofed reinforced concrete houses in what is now seen as a typical modernist style. What separated Frank’s house from the other 32 houses of the exhibition was the interior and furniture inside the building. It was described as “Neo-Classical” and filled with an eclectic mix of period pieces, modern design and pieces designed by Frank himself that seemed to cross the two worlds. This was a complete opposite direction to that which his fellow Architects were travelling in with their pared back and angular aesthetics. Frank said of his own work: “The house is not a work of art, simply a place where one lives,” and by this reasoning Frank rejected the regimental mechanisation of the living space that his contemporaries believed in, instead he set about creating congenial and spontaneous interiors. Frank’s practice saw him placing the bright colours and the soft forms of nature back into the furnishings and interiors that he thought modernism sorely mist. Frank, along with Oskar Walch set up Haus und Garten in Vienna in 1925. This was Frank’s first commercial foray into furniture and home furnishings and the company went on to become the most influential furnishing house in Vienna with a riotous depth of colour and interesting shapes becoming the trademark of their design. However this success was to come to an end with rise of Nazism in Vienna in the early 1930’s. Frank was Jewish, and he and his wife Anna decided they would leave Vienna for her motherland: Sweden, in 1933. Frank continued to design for Haus and Garten, visiting Vienna occasionally and designing the pieces that would continue to be the company’s best sellers long after Frank was forced to hand the company over in 1938 after the Third Reich annexation of Austria. When Josef and Anna had moved to Sweden Frank had struck up a working relationship with Design shop owner Estrid Ericson. Ericson was the proprietor of Svenskt Tenn that at this point was a successful interiors shop in Stockholm with the royal warrant of appointment to the Swedish Royal Household. In 1935 Frank had become the chief designer for Svenskt Tenn and had set about putting all of his creative effort into his designs for the company. At the World Expositions in Paris in 1937 and New York in 1939 the world saw for the first time the wealth of products that Frank had been working on, ranging from candlesticks to cabinets, there was not a domestic object that Frank had not subjected to his colourful, comfortable and organic style of Modernism. Frank’s new school of Modernism championed ideas such as chairs having a freeing, open back and that “If one desires the room to be comfortable…all pieces of furniture should allow for a free view of the separating line between the floor and the wall. A cabinet without legs breaks this line and thus reduces the feeling of space.” A world-wide audience tired of classic Modernism’s furniture with solid planes and aggressive forms leapt upon these ideas and Franks natural and bright designs for Svenskt Tenn became internationally desired. Frank created over 2000 designs for Svenskt Tenn and his products continue to be the core of their brand. Frank’s rejections of tubular metal and heavy lacquers within his furniture have insured his unique light form of Modernism continues to influence and flourish today. His natural toned mahogany and walnut pieces along with his tactile leather covered and brightly shaded lighting still bring the forms of nature back into the home. Original Frank pieces are now increasingly rare, highly desirable and are the epitome of “Scandinavian Design”. Renowned Designer and Academic Isle Crawford...

4 Beautiful chairs with a rattan seat and black coated metal base. (1920-2010) Dirk van Sliedregt, important furniture designer, interior architect, teacher. Fit perfectly with...

Ligne Roset rattan lounge chair with orange cushion. In original condition with normal wear for its age and use. There is some rattan breakage on th...

Introducing this exceptional set of 6 Cesca chairs, designed by the renowned Marcel Breuer and manufactured in Italy, circa 1960. These iconic Mid-Century Modern chairs showcase a pe...

Scandinavian Modern set of two rattan & birch chairs from the 1940s/1950s, produced by Wilhelm Schauman and attributed to Werner West. Birch frame, rattan backrest, re-upholstered wi...

Fantastic set of four dining chairs in bamboo and Vienna straw, designed in Italy in the 70's and attributed to Vivai del Sud. These incredible chairs are a wonderful example of ...

Design and original armchair with a natural rattan airy structure.

1960s Italian Design Style sculptural and gorgeous chair all in rattan and aerial structure with handbraided rattan wicker seat.

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of original circa 1810-1820 Regency hand painted side chairs with period woven seats A very good looking well made and decorat...

Design and original armchair with a natural rattan airy structure.

A midcentury French rattan chair. Circular Silhouette. White paint has chipped and patinaed with age.

Janine Abraham and Dirk-Jan Rol for Edition Rougier sculptural woven rattan lounge chair on black enameled steel frame and tripod legs with round ivory bouclé cushion, France, 1950s....

Beautiful midcentury set of four wicker and chromed metal Italian chairs. These amazing pieces were produced in Italy during the 1970s and attributed to designers Franco Campi...

Beautiful midcentury rattan, velvet and wood chair. The wonderful and world-famous Cesca chair designed in the 1920s by Marcel Breuer. The Cesca chair is produced by, among other...

Set of eight wood, rattan and leather chairs by Casa Comte, Argentina 1940.

Rattan sofa designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Circa 1980s. No restorations or modifications have been made. The cushion is also original vintage condition.

Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 dining chairs by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1980s.

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe "MR10" by Thonet set 3 chair. - Chromed tubular steel frame - Original rattan or cane seat - Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Thonet...

Set of 8 chairs designed in the style of Charlotte Perriand. Made by unknown manufacturer in France, circa 1980. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with ag...

Mid-Century Modern wood and rattan French Rationalist chairs, by unknown designer. Manufactured in France, circa 1950. In original condition wi...

Organically beautiful and durable beach chair for children, circa 1965. This rare and all-handcrafted beach chair has the most wonderful look and feel. Anyone who has ever seen an...

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe "MR10" by Thonet set 3 chair. - Chromed tubular steel frame - Original rattan or cane seat - Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Thonet...

Indoor manolo easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Rattan, nylon, steel. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: ...

Sculptural and gorgeous Emmanuelle style rattan and wicker French 1970s design chair with a beige linen fabric round cushion seat 21.65 inches diameter and 26.77inches armrest height. A great vintage style centerpiece!.

This chair is lightweight yet robust, allowing your youngster to easily move it from one space to another. Made from natural rattan poles and wood. The finish can be painted with yo...

Original solid teak and rattan dining of side chairs, comfortable to sit, price a piece 5 chairs available handcrafted by the artist Paulussen, Belgium.

Vintage rattan dining room side chair with three-strand "Speed" back, included is a set of six chairs. Each chair features a three-pole rattan "Speed" back seat back with the origina...

Mid-Century Modern vintage rattan wingback arm chair in the style of the Gio Ponti chair designed circa 1948 in Italy and in production in the 1950s. This chair is in exceptionally g...

Sculptural and gorgeous rattan and wicker French 1970s design style high back chair with a beige linen fabric round cushion seat 18.89 inches diameter and 30.30inches armrest height. A great vintage style centerpiece!

Forma side chair indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Rattan. Dimensions: 58.5 cm x 66cm x height 78.5cm. A contemporary collection perfect for both indoor and outdoor spaces, ...

An incredibly unique design in organic rattan by Udom Udomsrianan and produced by Planet 2001. Consists of woven jungle vines with stainless steel leg...

A pair of bamboo, rattan and metal folding lounge chairs designed and produced in the USA, 1950s.

Mid-Century Modern large Emmanuelle armchair rattan, circa 1960 Traditionally manufactured in France. By unknown designer. In original condi...

Set of 4 natural Ramón chair by Ramón Bigas Dimensions: D 45 x W 46 x H 75 cm Materials: metal, rattan. Available in white or natural rattan. The Ramón ch...

Pair of secession armchairs no.17 by Thonet in very good condition.

Balou easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Abacca, rattan, nylon. Steel. Dimensions: 98.5 x 101.5 x H 75cm Named after the bear from The Jungle Book, Balou exudes comfo...

This beautiful Egon Eiermann E10 basket chair was manufactured by Heinrich Murmann. A sculptural timeles design from 1949 and was exhibited in the ...

Pair of Boho Rattan Bamboo swivel saucer chairs in the style of Paul Frankl. Classic pair of Mama San cocoon chairs with custom made cushions. New cushio...

This rattan chair is whimsical yet polished. Rattan is sturdy and in great condition.

Balou ottoman by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Abacca, rattan, Nylon. Steel. Dimensions: 60 x 89 x H 42cm. Named after the bear from The Jungle Book, Balou exudes comfort at firs...

Beautiful pair of chairs model "Nodo", designed 1975 by Mauro Pasquinelli and produced from Tisettanta, Italy. The chairs were awarded with the "Com...

Lovely pair of woven chairs from Italy, 1960s. Light woven wicker scoop seats with rattan and bamboo frame. Original finish shows nice age and patina.

Indoor noodle armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Rattan, nylon, steel. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: 59 cm x 61 cm x H 78cm Spontaneous an...

Indoor Lolah capsule 1 by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Rattan, Nylon. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: 113.5 cm x 103 cm x H 220cm Created using cons...

Indoor matilda easy chair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Rattan. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: 100cm x 81cm x H 63cm. The same principle of a wo...

Maple tilt easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Natural maple Also available in walnut. Dimensions: 95 cm x 92 cm x H 62 cm Tilt is handmade...

Indoor lasso lounge chair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: rattan, steel. Also available in other colors and adapted for outdoors. Dimensions: 86 cm x 119 cm x H 213 cm. Drift ...

Walnut lowback suzy wong easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Lampakanai, rattan, walnut. Also available in maple. Dimensions: 76 cm x 71 cm x H 64 cm Woven panels cr...

Maple highback Suzy wong easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Abaca, rattan, maple. Also available in walnut. Dimensions: 75 cm x 74 cm x H 122 cm Woven panels creat...

A set of four coastal bamboo and rattan armchairs with rollers by Ficks Reed. Upholstered in their original colorway, this beautiful set includes four chairs. Each chair is created f...

Chair designed in the style of Marcel Breuer, by unknown manufacturer from France. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina....

Outdoor lolah capsule 1 by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Polyethelene, Aluminum. Also available in other colors and for indoors. Dimensions: 113.5 cm x 103 cm x H 220cm. Create...

Walnut tilt easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Natural walnut Also available in maple. Dimensions: 95 cm x 92 cm x H 62 cm Tilt is handmade in our workshops to very ...

Chair designed by Marcel Breuer, manufactured by Gavina, Italy. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Seat has a smal...

Secession bentwood Thonet dining chairs. Professionally stained and repolished with new handmade rattan seats.

Indoor noodle armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Rattan, nylon, stainless steel, steel. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: 83.5 cm x 82 cm x H 72c...

Walnut highback Suzy wong easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Lampakanai, rattan, walnut. Also available in maple. Dimensions: 75 cm x 74 cm x H 122 cm Woven panels ...

Maple lowback suzy wong easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: abaca, rattan, maple. Also available in walnut. Dimensions: 76 cm x 71 cm x H 64 cm. Woven panels create ...