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Bohemian Chairs

BOHEMIAN STYLE

Defying design conventions and embracing all tastes, Bohemian style, or Boho style, is eclectic, bold and, above all, individual. Vintage Bohemian-style furniture and decor feature bright colors, natural materials and a global spirit, ranging from statement pieces such as peacock chairs constructed with wicker and handmade art-glass vases to jewel-toned plush seating like turquoise sofas.

Although Bohemian furniture is not rooted in a specific time and can include Victorian lamps alongside Space Age chairs, its name dates back to the 19th century. Its exact origins are unclear, with some sources linking it to a counterculture formed in the wake of the French Revolution and others to a pejorative for the Romani people in France who were erroneously believed to be from Bohemia, which was part of what is now the Czech Republic.

By the 1850s, “bohemian” was used to describe someone who led an itinerant life, usually an artist, actor or author. This helped shift the term from disparaging to something romantic and evoking creativity, culture and travel. In the 20th century, to be a bohemian was fashionable, and the celebration of free expression in the 1960s gave the Bohemian style a hippie flair. It has remained popular over the years, especially with younger generations seeking to express their personality and individual perspective through furniture, folk art, antiques and other collectibles.

A Bohemian interior exuberantly mixes textures and patterns, particularly through textiles from around the world in tapestries, rugs and upholstery. Bohemian decor can include Japanese shibori, Indonesian ikat and Kazakhstani suzani prints mingling with Moroccan lanterns, Turkish carpets and wall hangings from India. Saturated earthy colors like burnt orange and marigold yellow are common to bring together the mix of vintage, modern and global design.

Find a collection of vintage Bohemian tables, mirrors, rugs and carpets, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Bohemian
Classic Wicker Emmanuelle Peacock Chair c. 1960/70’s
Located in New York, NY
Iconic woven wicker Emmanuelle, Peacock style chair, circa 1970's. The chair features a dramatic wide back, intricately woven arms, on a waisted form base. This example is in very ...
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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

A Set of Rare Lacquered Red Dutch Rush Seat Dining Chairs x 4
Located in Leicester, GB
A set of four rare spindle back chairs in the most beautiful strawberry red lacquer. The chairs have a fine and elegant farmhouse shape, with a high spindle back and turned finials. ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Mid Century Boho Chic Faux Bamboo Rattan Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
A quality Mid Century Boho Chic faux bamboo and Rattan armchair. Finely carved , the chair features curved arms resting on a rattan seat. The back of the chair is slightly curved pro...
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Rattan

McGuire Modern Boho Chic Bamboo & Rattan Side Accent Dining Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage McGuire Furniture modern boho chic bamboo and rattan dining / vanity side chair featuring a double X back and X stretcher. Dimensions: 17" x 22"...
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Bohemian Wicker Fan Back Peacock Emmanuelle Style Chair
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1970/80's woven wicker peacock style arm chair. Unusual to see the smaller back version of this classic form, this example is in very good, clean, original condition, showing...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Pair of Mid Century Franco Albini Style Bamboo, Rattan and Iron Chairs
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful pair of mid century wrought iron chairs with a gorgeous bamboo and rattan seat. Fantastic design with circular seats and lo...
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Mid-20th Century British Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Pr. Vintage Emanuelle Peacock Woven Wicker Chairs c. 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Pr. woven wicker fan backs chairs, know as the Emanuelle chair. Hard to find these chairs in good original, clean and ready to use condition, ...
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1970s French Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

European Rattan Set with Sofa and 2 Seats 'Approx, 1930'
Located in Oostende, BE
The set consists of 1 sofa and 2 individual chairs. We sell it as a set, not possible to buy chairs separately from sofa or vice versa. One of the rattan seatings was originally dama...
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1930s Belgian Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Vintage Coastal Boho Rattan Pagoda Style Side Chairs-Pair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Vintage rattan pagoda flair style side chairs with new outdoor palm leaf cushions with stick rattan seats. New upholstery can be added to fit your style. Great vintage side chairs fo...
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1960s American Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Boho Metal Faux Bois Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Add a touch of artistic flair to your décor with this Vintage Boho Metal Faux Bois Chair. Crafted to mimic the organic look of tree branches, the metal frame features intricate faux ...
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tepozteco Lounge Chair, Oak
Located in Juarez, Mexico City
A very characteristic detail of the Tepozteco lounge chair is the double curvature present in the seat and back, which promotes a greater degree of comfort when sitting.
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2010s North American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Pair of Boho Chic Weaved Rope Rattan Chairs
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Boho Chic Weaved Rope and Rattan Chairs. Classic low profile bucket chairs with weaved rope accents. Great for a kids room. The cushions are included. These chairs can ship i...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Jute, Cane, Rope

Rare 1930s French Wicker Rattan Emmanuelle Peacock Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
A large, classic 1930s Peacock chair handcrafted in France of woven two-toned rattan and wicker. Having a flamboyant shaped high flaring back that resembles the fanned feathers of the bird after which it's named, this rare chair features large rolled arms and an hourglass shaped base. A stunning piece of furniture with a rich history, its design and craftsmanship reflect the elegance and sophistication of its era. Designed to make a statement both structurally and aesthetically, Peacock chairs are considered pieces of art as well as chairs. In fine original condition with a beautifully aged original rich surface color patina, this chair is part of a set that includes the chair and a very rare Peacock rocker, probably custom made in the South of France. Each piece is sold separately. The iconic Peacock chair has a fascinating history and cultural significance. Gaining popularity in the 1920s, it became a "must have piece" with everyone from government officials to celebrities. Its association with Hollywood and the entertainment industry further elevated its status, as seen in its prominent appearances in films and TV series. It's legendary portrayal of Morticia Addams' regal throne in The Addams Family and Sylvia Kristel's memorable scene in the French erotic...
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1930s French Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Bohemian Rattan Bedroom Chair - Reeded Hand Woven Straw Basket Chair
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful original midcentury woven straw laundry basket with seat. The seat has a Bohemian style with exceptional craftsmanship, in fantastic condition. The straw bundles are wrap...
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Mid-20th Century English Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Straw

Mod Wicker High Back Dome Top Chair c. 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Unusual woven wicker hooded chair with dramatic exaggerated elongated dome top. This groovy chair dates from the 1970's, this example is in very good, clean, original, ready to use c...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Bohemian Wicker Emanuelle Peacock Chairs, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous and iconic pair of mid-century modern Bohemian Emanuelle peacock chair??s Circa 1970s?? Woven rattan and wicker, with a large scale fan back.?? Measures: 36.25”W ...
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1970s Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Mono Lounge Chair
Located in Juarez, Mexico City
Lounge chair inspired by the Mono Araña, endemic to Mexico and one of our favorite animals! Available in Natural, Toasted or Black. All handmade by Mexican artisans. This product ...
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2010s Mexican Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Vintage Large Wicker Woven Chair with Incredible Detailing, France, 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful woven swivel chair. Large size. Perfect place to curl up and read a book. Interesting side details. Woven over iron. Heavy and sturdy. Chi...
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Late 20th Century French Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Vintage, bohemian pine chair from Switzerland
Located in Debrecen, HU
This Swiss vintage, bohemian pine chair is a true gem, reflecting the aesthetics and playful design of mid-century modern style. Its simple yet distinctive lines bring not only elega...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Textile, Pine

Tepozteco Lounge Chair, Tzalam
Located in Juarez, Mexico City
A very characteristic detail of the Tepozteco lounge chair is the double curvature present in the seat and back, which promotes a greater degree of comfort when sitting.
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2010s North American Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Vintage Rattan Fanback Accent Chair
Located in Freehold, NJ
This vintage 1970s rattan chair features large fan back, unique arm details, and vintage white upholstered seat.??Check out our other Boho Chic / R...
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1970s American Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Set of 4 Vintage French Bistro Style Wrought Iron & Cane Chairs
Located in Elkton, MD
Set of four vintage dining chairs featuring black wrought iron frames with curved backs, natural cane insets, and round upholstered seat cushions in off-white faux leather. Cushions ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

1970's Thonet ZPM Radomsko Sweetheart #16 Bentwood Cane Arm Chairs
Located in Stafford, TX
Pair of 1970's Thonet ZPM Radomsko Sweetheart #16 Bentwood Cane Arm Chairs! Both in overall great condition as seen. Measurements 21.5x19x35h SH18.5 AH28 Message with questions.
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1970s American Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Wicker Canopy Chair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rare, tall wicker hooded canopy chair, Bohemian, circa 1960s, 1970s. Chair is entirely wicker, with wicker arm rests, finished with a simple round seat cushion...
Category

Mid-20th Century Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Leather Wingback Library Reading Chair by Carol Hicks Bolton for E J Victor
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Really Stunning Distressed Leather Wingback Library Reading Chair by CAROL HICKS BOLTON...
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1980s Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cotton

Twisted Washed White Rattan Coastal Style Barrel Back Lounge Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous Late 20th century Twisted Rattan Coastal / Bohemian style Barrel back lounge chair with upholstery seat cushion. Circa 1990s Features a Verner Panton Chair's Inspired design with white washed twisted rattan frame and a removable upholstered seat cushion. In excellent original condition with very minor sings of wear consistent with age an history. Please see the close up pics for details. The cushion has been recently reupholstered with a vintage tropical print fabric...
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1990s Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

"Baita" Stool, by Inês Schertel, Brazilian Contemporary Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Full of personality, in order to create unique pieces, mixing ancient techniques for treating sheep wool with contemporary design and innovation, Inês Schertel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Large Rattan Wicker Peacock Chair Throne Emanuelle Boho 131cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large vintage boho style peacock chair, better known as the Emanuelle chair, made entirely of wicker, rattan and wood, marked Fabriqué aux Philippines at the bottom, bohemian style d...
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1960s Philippine Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

1970s Vintage Yellow Rattan Balloon Chair
Located in Ferndale, MI
Bohemian style 1970s vintage yellow rattan balloon chair with lattice back, scroll arms and zippered cushion in happy yellow. Original patina.
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1970s American Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Set of 4 Vintage White Rattan Bamboo Canvas Sling Folding Directors Chairs
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of recently restored white and green rattan director’s chairs. Made in Vietnam. The white enamel paint finish looks new. The white and green canvas slings also look bright and clean, good as new. The rattan chairs have a lovely coastal vibe. They do collapse like typical directors chairs, making them easy to store if needed. Consider completing your coastal arrangement with our McGuire wheat sheaf...
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1980s Vietnamese Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Canvas, Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Boho Chic Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage bentwood cafe Bistro dining chairs - Set of 4. Set includes (4) chairs, round seats with fan vinyl upholstery, original label, great style and form.
Category

1980s Polish Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

1970s Wrought Iron and Woven Wicker Porch Patio Set
Located in Elkton, MD
A stunning 5 piece wrought iron and wicker porch set. Table Dimensions: 30.5 x 24 Chairs Dimensions: 36.5 x 20 x 24
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Glass, Wicker

Vintage 1970s Rattan Wicker Swivel Tilt Egg Pod Chair
Located in Stafford, TX
Vintage 1970s pod wicker chair, often referred to as a swivel or bucket wicker chair. It features: • Curved, cocoon-like backrest that envelops the sitter, giving it that classic “p...
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Asian Lacquered Brides Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Stunning vintage Asian lacquered chair. A tradition chair reserved for the bride. It’s advanced age has given it a beautiful patina and sheen. Woven rattan seat. Acquired from a Delr...
Category

Late 20th Century Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Lacquer

"Açude" Chair, by Inês Schertel, Brazilian Contemporary Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Full of personality, in order to create unique pieces, mixing ancient techniques for treating sheep wool with contemporary design and innovation, Inês Schertel is considered one of t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Bohemian chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Bohemian chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with natural fiber, rattan and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Bohemian chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Christian Vivanco, Inês Schertel, Markus Friedrich Staab, and E. J. Victor. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.

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