Katsuo Matsumura Rattan Lounge Chair, Japan, 1960s
By Katsuo Matsumura
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A sculptural rattan lounge chair designed by Katsuo Matsumura in Japan, 1960s. The chair features a gently curved backrest that flows seamlessly into the seat, framed by rounded armr...
Rattan
Rattan Stool by Isamu Kenmochi for Yamakawa Rattan, Japan
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A charming rattan stool designed by Isamu Kenmochi in the 1960s and produced by Yamakawa Rattan in 1990s, one of Japan’s most esteemed rattan manufacturers. The soft, organic silhoue...
Rattan
Rattan Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi , Circa 1980s
By Yamakawa Rattan, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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.
Upholstery, Rattan
Rattan Chair QA-90, Katsuo Matsumura
By Katsuo Matsumura
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Lounge chair (model: QA-90) designed by Japanese designer Katsuo Matsumura (1923-1991). Produced from one of the most ecological material - Yamakawa Rattan. A simple and graceful d...
Rattan
$9,240 / set
Maruni Mokko of Japan Folding Sling Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Chicago, IL
Maruni Mokko of Japan folding sling chairs, Quarter sawn oak frame with original brown nylon mesh. Original very good condition. Label on underside Maruni.
Metal
Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs by Isamu Kenmochi, Japan, 1960s
By Isamu Kenmochi, Yamakawa Rattan
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A sculptural pair of rattan lounge chairs designed by Isamu Kenmochi and produced by Yamakawa Rattan, one of Japan’s foremost makers of handwoven furniture. The organically rounded...
Upholstery, Rattan
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H 27.96 in W 33.47 in D 31.89 in
Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi for Yamakawa Rattan, 1960s
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A sculptural rattan lounge chair designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan in Japan. This iconic design is distinguished by its smooth, organic form and tightly...
Rattan
Lounge Chair Set QA-100, Katsuo Matsumura
By Katsuo Matsumura
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Lounge chair (model: QA-100) designed by Japanese designer Katsuo Matsumura (1923-1991). Produced from Yamakawa Rattan , one of the most ecological material. A simple and graceful d...
Rattan
Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi, circa 1960s
By Yamakawa Rattan, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Rattan sofa designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Circa 1960s. It is assumed that this was manufactured in the early days. The color of the rattan has faded...
Upholstery, Rattan
Kosuga Woven Side Chair
By Kosuga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kosuga woven side chair, made in Japan for Hurricane Imports. This chair, features an oak frame and teak curved seat back. The chair has been newly woven paper cord. Dimensions 19"...
Teak, Papercord, Oak
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H 28 in W 34 in D 36 in
1970s Japanese Rattan Lounge Chair attributed to Isamu Kenmochi for Yamakawa
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in West Reading, PA
This is a vintage Japanese woven rattan nest chair. The piece is solid and is in extremely good condition.
Rattan
Rattan Lounge Chair by Isamu Kenmochi, circa 1960s
By Yamakawa Rattan, Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Rattan sofa designed by Isamu Kenmochi and manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Circa 1960s. No restorations or modifications have been made. Vintage product in very good condition. ...
Upholstery, Rattan
Pair of Maruni Rope Lounge Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Maruni rope lounge chairs, circa 1950s, Japan. The chairs feature an ebonized beech wood frame and are contrasted by their camel tension roped seat and seat back. These minim...
Rope, Beech
Mid Century Studio Craft Japanese Hand Made Chair Reed Wood
By George Nakashima Studio
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century studio craft Japanese hand made chair slatted reed wood seat and seat back. Mostly all Japanese joints and nails. Magnificent patina. Very sturdy. Located in Brooklyn NYC.
Reed, Hardwood
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H 23.82 in W 43.51 in D 33.47 in
Asanao Uematsu Gemma Boutique Edition Bamboo and Wicker Chair, Japan, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This very rare chair model was created around 1961 by Asanao Uematsu. The level of artistry of this chair might explain is rarity, as it is a design that was impossible to mass produ...
Bamboo, Wicker
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H 30.91 in W 28.15 in D 26.58 in
Low Chair Woven from Old Japanese Rattan and Pasted with Japanese Paper
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have a unique Japanese aesthetic sense. And only we can introduce unique items through our purchasing channels in Japan and the experience we have gained so far, in such a way tha...
Bamboo, Rattan
"Zaisu" Legless Chair by Yamakawa Rattan
By Yamakawa Rattan
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Item No. Circa 1960s / Japan Size W530 D520 H435 A vintage "Zaisu" legless chair, manufactured by Yamakawa Rattan. Yamakawa Rattan was founded by Hichiro Yamakawa in 1952 i...
Rattan
Midcentury Pair of British Colonial Style Wicker and Reed Peacock Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Unusual pair of British Colonial peacock chairs crafted in wicker and reed with several weave patterns, a two-tone finish and a unique compact form.
Wicker
Mid-Century Japanese Folding Cane Lounge Chair
By Kosuga & Co. Ltd.
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Rare folding lounge chair with cane seat and back, made by Kosuga of Japan. High-quality build and beautiful woven cane combine for an exercise in sublime minimalism. Folds up easily...
Cane, Softwood
Maruni Mokko of Japan Folding Sling Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Chicago, IL
Maruni Mokko of Japan folding sling chairs, Quarter sawn oak frame with original brown nylon mesh. Original very good condition. Label on underside Maruni.
Metal
Rattan Chair and Foot Rest by Yuzru Yamakawa, Japan, 1980
By Yuzuru Yamakawa 1
Located in Rijssen, NL
Exceptional rattan chair and footrest CL-261 by Yamakawa, Japan, circa 1980s. Yuzru Yamakawa joined the family rattan furniture business at its inception in the 1950s. A gifted de...
Bamboo, Rattan
Rattan Chair and Foot Rest by Yuzru Yamakawa, Japan, 1980
By Yuzuru Yamakawa 1
Located in Rijssen, NL
Exceptional rattan chair and footrest CL-261 by Yamakawa, Japan, circa 1980s. Yuzru Yamakawa joined the family rattan furniture business at its inception in the 1950s. A gifted de...
Bamboo, Rattan
Isamu Kenmochi Rattan S301 Stool, Yamakawa, Japan, 1962
By Isamu Kenmochi, Yamakawa Rattan
Located in London, GB
Braided rattan model S301 stool designed by Isamu Kenmochi (1912–1971). Original circular cushion in red woollen cloth, circa 1962. From the literature:’ Modern Japanese: Retrospecti...
Rattan
Rope Chair from Old Maruni Mokko-1
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A rope chair made by Maruni Mokko in 1950s. A design that wraps up the body with a tension stretched with a rope on the seat surface and a seat on the back. Folding type will be made...
Rope, Wood
Rope Chair from Old Maruni Mokko-2
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A rope chair made by Maruni Mokko in 1950s. A design that wraps up the body with a tension stretched with a rope on the seat surface and a seat on the back. Folding type will be made...
Rope, Wood
Woven Wicker Settee by Isamu Kenmochi
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous woven wicker settee by Isamu Kenmochi. Great scale, and very good vintage condition.
Wicker, Rattan
Pair of Rope Chairs by Maruni, circa 1955
By Maruni
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Pair of Rope chairs by Maruni, circa 1955, Hiroshima, Japan. Rare matching pair in original condition with ebonized beech wood frames and original rope cording. Marked with labels to...
Rope, Beech
Hans Wegner Style Folding Rope Chair
By AFM, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Redding, CT
Hans Wegner style folding rope chair.
Rope, Wood
Pair of Isamu Kenmochi Rattan Chairs
By Isamu Kenmochi, Yamakawa Rattan
Located in Chicago, IL
Isuamu Kenmochi for Yamakawa. Rare pair of Rattan chairs in excellent vintage condition. Includes newly made leather cushions.
Leather, Rattan
Pair of CL-261 Woven Rattan Chairs by Yuzru Yamakawa
By Yuzuru Yamakawa 1
Located in Babworth, Retford
A pair of CL-261 woven rattan chairs. Japan, circa 1980s. Yuzru Yamakawa joined the family rattan furniture business at its inception in the 1950s. A gifted designer, he led th...
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of 1950s Maruni Rope Lounge Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Bainbridge, NY
2 early Japanese Modern Rope Chairs by "Maruni". Sculptural Black ebonized wood frame with Rope seat and back. Made in Japan. With metal tag
Rope, Wood
Marc Newson Wicker Chair
By Marc Newson
Located in San Francisco, CA
A chair of wicker, brushed aluminum, and steel. Designed by Marc Newson (b. 1963) and manufactured by Idée, Japan.
Steel
Isamu Kenmochi Woven Reed Chairs
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Sculptural Woven Reed Chairs, designed by Isamu Kenmochi, Japanese, circa 1960's. They retain their warm original patina. Upholstered in white fur cushions.
Fur, Reed
Set of Three 1960s Armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of three 1960s armchairs by Isamu Kenmochi. This harmonious work combines traditional Japanese spirit to modernity. Rattan is in good condition. No cushion so you can make y...
Rattan
Pair of Wicker Chairs Attributed to Isamu Kenmochi
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Sculptural wicker chair with a great pod like form attributed to the japanese designer Isamu Kenmochi circa 1960.
Wicker
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.
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