Restored Mid-Century Swoop Horseshoe Back Rattan Accent Chair

About the Item

Restored Mid-century era rattan side accent chair featuring 5 strand seat back with a horseshoe arch that stretches from the front legs around the entirety of the chair to form a sculptural seat back. This side chair works great as an accent, at any desk or dining table. Elevate your interior with this Vintage Restored Rattan Accent Chair, showcasing a beautifully arched seat back and distinctive swoop arm design. Meticulously refurbished, this chair combines classic charm with modern style, making it a standout piece that adds character and comfort to any space. Dimensions: Height: 31" Width: 19" Depth: 26", Seat Height: 18" 1950, United States We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan furniture made by the best and most well-known American designers and manufacturers including Ritts Company. (Herb Sr. and Shirley Ritts) Tropitan Seven Seas Rattan Paul Frankl Tropical Sun Rattan These designers and companies helped to popularize rattan furniture in the United States during the 1930s thru the 1960s. Shirley Ritts was the mother of the photographer and music video director Herb Ritts Jr. Shirley Ritts was born in Baltimore, Maryland on October 28, 1920. Herb Ritts Sr. also invented the "S springs" under the cushions in the early 50s and replaced the wrapping with preformed plastic. Paul Frankl came from New York just before the Depression after a great run designing his renowned Skyscraper furniture line. He designed and decorated the homes of Hollywood’s top stars and producers from his Beverly Hills shop. Paul Laszló was a Hungarian-born architect and interior designer whose work spanned eight decades and many countries. László built his reputation while designing interiors for houses in the 1950s to 60s, including rattan furniture in his own style. C.W. Fishbeck started Tropical Sun Rattan of Pasadena in 1905. Tropical Sun produced top quality real rattan furniture in the Philippines where most of the above designers also had their designs made. He had showrooms across the country. We have in stock at this time a vast array of rattan from all of these designers, decorators, and architects; their sofas, chairs, and tables, and just about all their designed products from the 40s through the 60s. We would be happy to make you Custom cushions in C.O.M. (Customer's Own Material) are available, for a small fee. Simply supply the fabric and we will have the cushions made for you before delivery. If you need help sourcing fabric, we can help! Also small fee. All rattan, bamboo, and wicker furniture has been painstakingly refurbished to the highest standards with the best materials. All refinishing is done by rattan workers with over 30 years of experience. Every wrapping and joint has been inspected by “The Rattan Man” Harvey Schwartz to guarantee you the finest product available, to enjoy for years to come in your home or office. Harvey Schwartz is the leading expert in vintage rattan and the author of "Rattan Furniture: Tropical Comfort Throughout the Home." Signed copies are available on request for $39.99 USD. The hardbound 160-page full-color book details the fascinating History of rattan with photos of wonderful vintage and modern-day tropical décors and rattan. The book is great for any newcomer to rattan wanting to learn as well as a top resource for dealers and designers alike.

Dimensions:

Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Rattan

Period:

1950-1959

Date of Manufacture:

1950

Condition:

Excellent Restored Condition.

Seller Location:

Van Nuys, CA