Large Handwoven Rattan Peacock Emmanuelle Throne Chair, Philippines, 1950s

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A striking philippine peacock chair dating from the 1950s, entirely handwoven in natural rattan and designed in the iconic emmanuelle … Read more A striking philippine peacock chair dating from the 1950s, entirely handwoven in natural rattan and designed in the iconic emmanuelle throne chair style. This impressive piece of mid-century rattan furniture features a dramatic fan-shaped backrest, intricate open lattice weaving and elegant black decorative accents.

the chair is in very good vintage condition and remains strong, sturdy and structurally sound. The rattan frame is robust and stable, making the chair not only highly decorative but also fully functional and suitable for comfortable seating.

the chair has been exceptionally well preserved and remains in superb vintage condition, with the rattan structure and elaborate weaving remarkably complete and only minimal age-related wear.

dimensions:
136 h × 86 w × 60 d cm
53.5 h × 33.9 w × 23.6 d in

a highly decorative example of a vintage philippine peacock chair, ideal for collectors and interiors seeking an authentic emmanuelle chair, peacock throne chair, handwoven wicker chair, filipino rattan chair or mid-century rattan statement piece.

the sculptural construction is beautifully detailed, with a distinctive handwoven spiral rattan seat, refined hourglass-shaped pedestal base and finely woven cane throughout. Its generous proportions give this peacock throne chair a strong architectural presence, making it an exceptional statement chair for sophisticated interiors.
its impressive scale also makes it highly suitable as an accent chair in a living room, bedroom, boutique interior, hotel setting or photographic environment.

the peacock chair is a characteristic form of traditional philippine rattan craftsmanship, a style strongly associated with the philippines and its long tradition of handcrafted cane and wicker furniture. This particular example originates from the philippines, circa 1950, and beautifully reflects the elaborate hand-weaving and sculptural construction for which these chairs are known.

combining natural rattan with a dramatic throne-like silhouette, this vintage handwoven rattan chair fits beautifully within mid-century modern, hollywood regency, bohemian, tropical modern and mediterranean

*the cushions shown in the photographs are for styling and illustration purposes only and are not included with the chair. See less