1940s Restored Mid-Century Loop Arm Rattan Dining Chairs With "X" Back- Set of 4

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A set of four restored rattan "X" back dining chairs featuring a charming blend of functionality and style. The set … Read more A set of four restored rattan "X" back dining chairs featuring a charming blend of functionality and style. The set includes two side chairs and two loop arm armchairs, all showcasing a sturdy rattan construction with a Modernist design, perfect for adding a touch of playful Mid-century design to any dining space.

Dimensions:
chair with arms: 35" Height x 16.5" x Width x 20" Depth
without arms: 35" Height x 23" x Width x 20" Depth

Seat Height 17"

United States, 1940

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 through 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.


Harvey Schwartz is the leading expert in vintage rattan and author of "Rattan Furniture: Tropical Comfort Throughout the House." See less