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Rattan Cantilever Chair

Pair of Cantilever Rattan and Steel Tube Chairs
By Anton Lorenz
Located in MADRID, ES
Pair of cantilever chairs in natural rattan and chromed steel tube. Attributed to Anton Lorenz
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Vintage 1950s German Chairs

Materials

Steel

Marcel Breuer Cantilever Chair, circa 1960
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair model cantilever, designed by Marcel Breuer circa 1960, by unknown manufacturer. Metal pipe
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Marcel Breuer Cantilever Chair, circa 1960
Marcel Breuer Cantilever Chair, circa 1960
H 32.29 in W 19.1 in D 19.1 in
Set of Two Bauhaus Cantilever Chrome Woven Rattan Side Chairs 1960s Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Antwerp, BE
This pair of chairs was made in the 60s. It consist of a tubular chrome structure with cantilever
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Vintage 1960s Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Boho Modern White Rattan and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Set of six Boho Modern Rattan Cantilever Dining Chairs with white rattan backs and chrome frames
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Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Cesca Mid Century Cantilever Chair, Marcel Breuer B32 Design
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zagreb, HR
Marcel Breuer model B32 or 'Cesca' design chairs. Unknown Italian production, circa 2000-2003
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Early 2000s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Rare set of six cantilever chairs, vienna straw and chrome 1960s Italy
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
This rare set of six cantilever chairs from 1960s Italy epitomizes mid-century modern design with a
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Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Marcel Breuer Style Cantilever Cesca Side Chair Set w/ Dining Table, Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare set of 4 Italian-made "Cesca" chairs made in the style of Marcel Breuer paired with a matching
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1 of 8 Vintage Cesca Mid Century Cantilever Chair, Marcel Breuer B64, Early 00s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zagreb, HR
Marcel Breuer model B64 or 'Cesca' design chairs. Unknown Italian production, circa 1995-2000
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Early 2000s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of 12 Oak and Rush Dining Chairs, France, 1950's
Located in Austin, TX
B20 dining chair was manufactured by Tecta. The wicker or rattan style chair has a cantilever sled
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

B20 Gray Woven Dining Chairs, Set of Eight, by Tecta, Germany, 1980's
Located in Austin, TX
B20 dining chair was manufactured by Tecta. The wicker or rattan style chair has a cantilever sled
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Recent Sales

Midcentury Rattan and Chrome Cantilever Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
• Chrome frame and rattan back seat • Reupholstered in Kelly Wearstler district tobacco 100% linen
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Cane and Chrome MR10 Cantilever Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe, Knoll 1970s reissue
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Edinburgh, Scotland
iconic, were not the first to employ tubular steel or even a cantilever in chair design. Marcel Breuer
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Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Chrome Rattan Side Chairs Breuer 1970s Italy, Pair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a lovely pair of chrome and rattan, cantilever side chairs, by Marcel
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Chrome Rattan Side Chairs Breuer 1970s Italy, Pair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a lovely pair of chrome and rattan, cantilever side chairs, by Marcel
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set Of Four Vintage Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs, Chrome And Rattan Cantilever
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, GB
A set of four Cesca ebonised wood cantilever chairs with rattan seats. Nice examples, with a time
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of Four Ebonized Breuer Cesca Chairs, Chrome Cantilever with Rattan, 1970s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, GB
A set of four Cesca cantilever chairs with rattan seats and ebonized frames. Nice examples, with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of Six Breuer Cesca Chairs in Beech, Chrome Cantilever with Rattan, 1970s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, GB
A set of six Cesca cantilever chairs with rattan seats in the blonde beech variant. Nice
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Preben Fabricius Rattan and Chrome Chair
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cantilevered woven rattan chair designed by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm. Wicker bucket seat
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Preben Fabricius Rattan and Chrome Chair
Preben Fabricius Rattan and Chrome Chair
H 26.5 in W 21.5 in D 20.25 in
Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Style Woven Rattan and Chrome Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 White Synthetic Rattan and Chrome Cantilevered side chairs. All in original condition with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Rattan Cesca Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, GB
A set of 4 rattan cantilever Cesca chairs, made in Italy.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Rattan Cesca Chairs
Set of 4 Rattan Cesca Chairs
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in L 31.5 in
Set of 4 Vintage Brown Cesca Midcentury Italian Cantilever Chair, Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll, Bauhaus
Located in Zagreb, HR
A set of four beautiful vintage Marcel Breuer design B32 cantilever chairs in lacquered dark brown
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Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 4 Vintage Brown Cesca Midcentury Italian Cantilever Chair, Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zagreb, HR
A set of four beautiful vintage Marcel Breuer design B64 cantilever chairs with armrests, in a rare
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1990s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four S 533 / MR10 Cantilever Chairs By Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Malibu, CA
Set of four S 533 (also know as MR10) Cantilever chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe. Chrome and
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 6 Marcel Breuer Style Woven Acrylic Rattan and Chrome Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Portland, OR
Set of 6 beautiful synthetic rattan and chrome cantilevered chairs in the style of Marcel Breuer
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Gerard Van Den Berg Cantilevered Black Leather "Des" Lounge Chair
By Rohe Noordwolde, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century black leather Des lounge chairs with tubular chrome frame. Woven black rattan back and
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe Model "MR20" Cantilever Bauhaus Chair in Rattan Cane & Steel
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Odense, DK
Rare vintage Mies van der Rohe "MR 20" cantilevered cane and steel arm chair made by Stendig circa
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Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Cantilever Chrome Wicker Rattan Modern Dining Chairs by Chromcraft
By Marcel Breuer, Chromcraft, Knoll
Located in Chattanooga, TN
wicker and gold velvet. These cantilever style armchairs have far more style and detail than can be
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe Cantilever Chairs for Thonet
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rattan & Chrome MR10 Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, 1970s A custom listing for Sandra  
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe Cantilever Chairs for Thonet
Mies van der Rohe Cantilever Chairs for Thonet
H 33.86 in W 20.87 in D 23.23 in
Set of Twelve Harvey Probber D43 Wicker Cantilever Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rio Vista, CA
cantilever chairs constructed from a chromed steel tube frame with a woven rattan wicker basket style seat
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Vintage Marcel Breuer Cesca Design Mid-Century Cantilever Chairs, B32
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zagreb, HR
A set of four vintage Marcel Breuer design B32 cantilever chairs. Italian production of the late
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1990s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe MR10 Rattan Cantilever Chairs Set of Four by Knoll Original
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Mies van der Rohe MR10 Rattan Cantilever chairs set of four by Knoll Original circa 1970 MR10
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Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe MR10 Rattan Cantilever Chairs Set of Four by Knoll Original
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Mies van der Rohe MR10 rattan cantilever chairs set of four by Knoll Original, circa 1970 MR10
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Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Rohe Cantilevered Rattan Chair, Dutch
By A. Bueno de Mesquita
Located in JM Haarlem, NL
Very Rare Rohe Cantilevered Rattan Chair, Dutch. In 1946 Dutch interior designer Arnold (Nol) Bueno
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rattan Back Cantilever Chair, 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. The Rattan Back Cantilever Chair effortlessly hangs in the air, defying the laws of physics and giving
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rattan Back Cantilever Chair, 1970s
Rattan Back Cantilever Chair, 1970s
H 34 in W 18.5 in D 21 in
Six Woven Cane Rattan Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Great set of six chrome cantilever dining chairs in woven cane rattan with chrome bases.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Chrome and Rattan Chair Cantilever Breuer MR20 Style Wicker, 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
/ Mies Van Der Rohe A side chair in the style of Cidue, Italy. A cantilever chrome frame holds a
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Rattan Hanging Pod Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hanging rattan chair on steel cantilevered base with stainless steel spring.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chairs

Rattan Hanging Pod Chair
Rattan Hanging Pod Chair
H 69 in W 27 in D 34 in
A Set of Five Rattan and Chrome Cantilevred Dining Chairs 1960s
Located in London, GB
A Set of Five Rattan Backed Chrome Cantilevered Framed Dining Chairs with Fitted Moleskin
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Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe MR10 Rattan Cantilever Chairs Pair by Knoll, circa 1970
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Mies van der Rohe MR10 rattan Cantilever chairs pair by Knoll, circa 1970 Stunning pair of
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Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mies van der Rohe MR20 Rattan Dining Chairs Set of Eight Circa 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe MR20 cantilever rattan dining chairs with arms circa 1960s, the chairs were
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Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

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Rattan Cantilever Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal rattan cantilever chair for your home. Frequently made of metal, natural fiber and rattan, every rattan cantilever chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect rattan cantilever chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A rattan cantilever chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer and Knoll each produced at least one beautiful rattan cantilever chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Rattan Cantilever Chair?

The average selling price for a rattan cantilever chair at 1stDibs is $2,466, while they’re typically $500 on the low end and $15,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Rattan Cantilever Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    The history of the cantilever chair dates back to 1926. It was then that Mart Stam created a sketch of a new idea for a chair on the back of a dinner napkin at a cocktail party. His drawing inspired Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to create his own version of the chair. This led to a legal battle between the two. Other designers, such as Marcel Breuer, began experimenting with the cantilever design, and today, many manufacturers continue to employ the cantilever design in their pieces. Explore a large collection of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    Here are some characteristics of a cantilever chair: Most feature two front legs and no back legs. The legs bend at the bottom, creating a stable base for the chair. Typically, cantilever chairs feature tubular metal frames and have two arms. However, you can find some armless examples. The seats and backrests often have a boxy appearance and can feature a range of materials, such as wicker, leather, fiberglass, molded plastic or fabric upholstery. Explore a variety of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
  • 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.