Rush Seating

Pair of French Oak and Rush Lounge Armchairs, France, 1950s A highly characterful pair of French lounge armchairs dating from the 1950s, crafted from solid oak with handwoven rush seats and backrests. The chairs have a distinctly sculptural quality, most notably expressed in the beautifully shaped armrests. Each arm flows organically outward from the angled backrest in a long, gentle curve before terminating in a softly rounded, downward-sweeping end. This elegant detail gives the otherwise robust construction an unusually fluid and inviting character. The solid oak frames have developed a rich, warm brown patina over time, highlighting the grain and handmade character of the wood. Slightly splayed legs and gently inclined backrests create a relaxed stance, while the low horizontal stretchers provide both structural strength and a pleasing architectural rhythm. The natural rush provides a beautiful contrast to the darker oak. The seats are intricately woven, while the backrests are composed of two separate woven panels, creating a subtle open space between them. Viewed from behind, the craftsmanship of the rush work becomes particularly apparent and adds another decorative dimension to the chairs. Their combination of rustic materials, expressive craftsmanship and restrained sculptural lines places these chairs firmly within the tradition of French mid-century modern and French rustic modernist furniture of the post-war period. The relatively low seat height and generous armrests give them the relaxed proportions of lounge chairs rather than conventional dining chairs. They would work particularly well beside a fireplace, around a low table, in a library or as sculptural occasional seating in a contemporary interior. A beautiful and increasingly desirable pair of French 1950s armchairs, combining honest natural materials with particularly expressive craftsmanship. France, circa 1950s. Condition Good original vintage condition with an attractive age-related patina. The oak frames show expected traces of age and previous use, including surface marks, scratches, variations in tone and areas of wear. These characteristics contribute to the authentic appearance of the chairs. The woven rush shows age and signs of use but remains an important part of the original character of the pieces. Please refer closely to the detailed photographs for the condition of the rush and wooden frames. Dimensions Height: 80 cm / 31.50 in Width: 60 cm / 23.62 in Depth: 60 cm / 23.62 in Seat Height: 35 cm / 13.78 in Details Country of Origin: France Period: 1950s Style: French Mid-Century Modern / Rustic Modernist Materials: Solid oak and woven rush Color: Dark patinated oak / natural rush Number of Pieces: 2 Sold As: Pair Condition: Good vintage condition Wear: Consistent with age and use Packing & Worldwide Shipping Professional packing and worldwide shipping available. For overseas transportation, professional wooden crating can be arranged on request. An ISPM-15 compliant export crate can be supplied when required. Worldwide delivery can be arranged by road, air or sea freight. Please provide your delivery address or postal code for an accurate shipping quotation. French oak armchairs, French rush chairs...

Vico Magistretti for Stendig Carimate Chairs with rushed seats and painted white frames. All chairs are very sturdy and in tact! Chairs shows paint loss and touch ups over the year...

A refined and timeless set of four Mid-Century Italian dining chairs crafted in the late 1950s or early 1960s, showcasing a minimalist iron and handpainted frame paired with handwove...

Beautiful carved wood armchair by Charles Dudouyt from France, 1940s. Beautiful carved circular detail on wood back and woven seat. Intricate carved wood detail on arms, legs, and wo...

A fabulous and comfortable set of Guglielmo armchairs! Truly for the collector who enjoys these rare finds in furniture. They are being sold as a pair but one had the rush re-done ...

Hitchcock style pair of twin-handled saddle seat benches with stained maple frames and rush seats - satin varnish to both the frames and the rush seats - featuring turned spindles fo...

A pair of wood and wicker lounge chairs attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1940s. Minor wear to arm rests and feet. Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.25"H x 27.25"W x 30.0"D Seat ...

French Provincial Oak and Rush Bench, France, 1940s This French Provincial three-seat bench, crafted in France during the 1940s, embodies the timeless rustic elegance of regional cr...

Charming antique country French tripod rush seat stool with hand carved slats and legs.

Antique Shaker style his and hers side dining chairs featuring maple frames with ladderback design and woven rush seats. Dimensions: 18.5" x 19" x 33"h, seat 17"; 15" x 17.5" x 32"h...

Charming set of five handcrafted wooden ladder-back chairs, featuring beautifully sculpted wavy slat backs and handwoven rush seats. The chairs are made from solid wood with a warm, ...

Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956 and officially reintroduced by his daughter Judy Smilow in 2013, the Woven Rush Lounge Chair is class...

This antique rush seat child rocking chair is a charming piece that combines nostalgic style and timeless functionality. This exquisite ...

A truly handsome set of four Rustic European dining chairs crafted in solid wood with a warm, time-earned patina. Each chair features a sculpted plank backrest with a subtle concave ...

A lovely example of an oak Arts & Crafts Movement chair With a drop-in rush seat There is a stylised tree design cut-out to the central back splat, which is in the manner of CFA Voys...

Very good dining set by German Shaker inspired designer Arno Lambrecht made in solid beech and rush seat. Measures: Table 110 x 70 x 75 cm // 43.3 x 27.6 x 29.5 in Bench 131 x 85 x ...

Really lovely set of four early 19th century carved oak British dining chairs with original patina and rush seats. #4178.

A set of four dark-stained wood and rush dining room chairs designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. Three seats present with moderate wear. One seat presents with light wear. ...

Beautiful vintage set of six Danish Modern style bar stools, circa 1970s, featuring solid wood frames with warm natural tones and woven rush seats. Each stool has a clean Scandinavi...

Pair of stools, rush, oak, the Netherlands, 1940s Rustic pair of 1940s Dutch stools. The legs extend downward in a straightforward, slightly tapering silhouette. The rush seats offe...

A pair of vintage armchairs handcrafted in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s. The basket structure of these vintage Armchairs are made with flexed and intertwined willow cane while ...

An authentic mid-century piece from Charlotte Perriand. Ash frame with hand-woven rush seat & back.

C R Ashbee. An Arts and Crafts rush seat ladder back armchair with arms that follow down through to the side stretchers. Ashbee used this version of armchair for his family home, off...

Stunning and elegant Antique French Provincial triangular corner chair. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Origina hand-craftedl patinated beech frame with original rush seat. Thi...

Set of Seven 19th C French Provençal Ladder Back Walnut Rush Seat Dining Chairs, c. 1880. Walnut ladder back wood frames with carved foliage on lower stretcher and cabriole legs. Sea...

Incredible pair of carved wood armchairs by Charles Dudouyt from France, 1940s. Beautiful woven rush back and seat. Intricate carved wood detail on arms, legs, and wood frame with da...

A French armchair from the 1940s, in the manner of Charles Dudouyt. The frame is carved in oak, with turned supports at the arms and legs that give the structure a steady rhythm. At...

Set of 3 slender 'Campagne' counter stools by Design Frères. Comfortable, with a minimal footprint. Extra support under the rush seat. Feet pads to protect flooring.

Vintage French Country Style Ladder Back Rush Seat Side Chairs - Pair This pair of vintage French country style ladder back side chairs features...

Pair Antique English Arts & Crafts Liberty & Co. Rush chairs attributed to William Birch. circa 1890 Very good condition commensurate of age. Good solid construction.

A rush and dark-stained wood fireside or lounge chair designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.25"H x 26.0"W x 32...

A handsome long bench constructed from dark-stained wood and fitted with a pale, handwoven rush or natural-fibre seat. The elongated rectangular form is supported by distinctive bob...

A beautifully understated pair of antique rush-seat chairs from Northern France, circa 1900. The frames have a deep ebonized finish that has been softened by decades of use into a lovely patina, with gentle wear along the edges revealing warm brown tones beneath the dark surface. The hand-woven rush seats add a natural, tactile counterpoint to the dark wood. Design The silhouette is classic Northern French country: slender proportions, gently arched back uprights, a wide curved top rail and a second back rail below it, all on a sturdy base with stretchers. These are honest, vernacular chairs, made for everyday use in farmhouses and village homes, and that simplicity is exactly what makes them so easy to combine with other furniture today. They work as functional seating and as sculptural styling pieces that add depth and history to a room without overpowering it. Condition Good antique condition, with wear to the ebonized finish and rush seats consistent with age and use. Please see the photos for details. Dimensions per chair: height 90 cm, width 46 cm, depth 45 cm, seat height 50 cm. Sold as a pair. Where they fit In a wabi-sabi or Japandi interior, the calm dark lines and organic rush texture create an effortless balance. In a French farmhouse or European country setting, they are at home around a rustic dining table, in a breakfast nook or in a kitchen corner. In a modern minimalist space they make great accent chairs that add warmth, texture and history. They also look lovely styled as a pair in an entrance hall beneath a painting or mirror, or in a bedroom. Style references Rush-seated country chairs like these have inspired generations of designers. Think of the rush chairs of Charlotte Perriand, the relaxed modernism of Pierre Chapo, or the rush-seated designs of Børge Mogensen and Hans Wegner, all of which draw on the same honest tradition. Interior designers who work with collected, texture-driven spaces often use antique chairs like these to bring depth to a contemporary room. Keywords: antique French chairs, rush seat chairs, ebonized chairs, black country chairs, French farmhouse chairs, pair of dining chairs, Northern French furniture, wabi-sabi chairs, Japandi, circa 1900 chairs...

A handsome pair of English ladder-back armchairs in solid oak, made in the 1970s, with woven rush seats. Each chair has a tall back with four gently curved horizontal slats between t...

Country French Style painted bench with rush seat. A lovely curved apron frame supported by six legs. Very sturdy.

Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts rush seat armchair, with wavy shaped back slats running down past the seat to the back leg stretcher.

A charming set of six Spanish country-style carved dining chairs, curated in Provence, France, and dating from the late 20th century (Spain, 1980s). These beautifully hand-crafted ch...

Materials: Oak Wood, Original Rush Chord Seats _________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this ...

This striking set of six dining chairs was produced in the Northern Basque region around the city of Biarritz in the 1950s. The design is attributed to Victor Courtray. The chairs a...

Step back in time with this elegant vintage side chair, a distinguished piece that captures the refined essence of Regency design, enhanced by classic traditional details. This chair...

A charming set of four Italian rustic oak and rush seat dining chairs, with horizontal slat open backs. Simply and beautifully handcrafted with grac...

This quintessential set of four L. Hitchcock dining chairs represents a timeless staple of American artisan furniture. Each chair features the brand’s iconic black lacquered finish, ...

Vico Magistretti “Carimate” chairs Produced by Cassina in the 1960’s Black frames with natural woven seats Timeless classic, modern...

A large Antique French chair set with a particularly fine form. With elegant shaped curved crest rails and open back supports in a high polish. With r...

Vintage Rustic Design Low Ladder Back Oak & Rush Dining Chair set of 6. Made in Belgium, 1950's period. Solid oak frame with rush woven sea...

A charming antique Dutch corner chair in oak, made in the Netherlands around 1920 and built entirely from hand-turned bobbin elements. The chair has been given a newly woven rush sea...

An outstanding pair of Early American or Queen Anne style side chairs or dining chairs By Eldred Wheeler USA, Late 20th century Dark green lacquered cherry wood frames, with rush ...

Exceptional set of four tall ladder back dining side chairs in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy, c. 1950s. Each chair features a high back, with six horizontal slats, woven natural pape...

Rare set of five genuine "Block Island" cane rush dining chairs designed by John Hutton for Donghia. Beautifully crafted in the organic modern taste. 20th-century inspired design by ...

English Antique Arts And Crafts William Morris Country Style Painted Sussex Armchair With Rush Seat Patinated and Charming

19th Century Victorian Birdeye Maple and Rush Seat Side Chair Measures 17.5" in width, 17.5" in depth and 32.5" in height. Seat height is 17".

Pair of regionalist armchairs in stained oak with straw seats. In the style of Charles Dudouyt. Backrest with diamond pattern. Inverted double U-shaped crossbars. In good vintage co...

Stunning and elegant Art Deco Modernist armchair. Design by J.A. Muntendam for L.O.V. Oosterbeek. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak frame with original black lacquered ...

Heavy well made John Hutton design for Donghia from DD Building NYC. No longer in production.

A charming French bench crafted in elm with horizontal slats, an open-arm design and traditional rush seats. The triple-seat form provides ample seating while maintaining a light and...

This elegant set of four mid-century modern Model #602 dining chairs is designed by icon Gio Ponti and produced for M. Singer & Sons (New York / Chicago). Featuring a sleek walnut-fi...

A solid wood arched frame threads through a woven rush seat with arms and backrest to form this well-proportioned, minimalist chair for dining, desk, vanity or an accent in any room....

A rare set of eight original Charlotte Perriand / Robert Sentou Dordogne chairs, France, 1960s. Original rush seats and backs in good condition ...

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Set of Seven Oak and Rush Dining Chairs, France, 1940s. Set of seven dining chairs, oak and rush, France, 1940s. The back is filled with woven rush laid in a basket pattern and left...