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mckerschmitt•

Mmh, you might have better luck in r/tiki. These aren't really what I think of as Mid-century modern

On the other hand Paul Frankl was an early modern designer who transitioned the Art Deco/MCM era and he did a lot of rattan designs. He even did some pretzel chairs, which are pretty reminiscent of the ones in this craigslist ad.

I actually bought a Frankl set about 4 years ago. I wanted one ever since I saw the Cuba scene in the Godfather - sexy as hell.

Anyway, rattan furniture like this was all the rage about 5-10 years ago and it went for stupid prices. That's really not the case anymore - though you still see some pretty outrageous numbers on 1st dibs and what not. At the same time, you don't see this stuff too much anymore and this is a really good price for two chairs in decent condition. It's a cinch to replace the wrapping and you could fix these up in an afternoon.

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Olive_Jane•

Wow thanks for linking the godfather scene. Also hadn't really noticed the chairs, but that is sexy as hell.

Now I want a couple...

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hackenberryOP•

Thanks for the info! That's awesome; I hadn't noticed the rattan in the Godfather. Follow-up question:

At the same time, you don't see this stuff too much anymore and this is a really good price for two chairs in decent condition.

It's a good price even though they're missing their cushions?

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mckerschmitt•

It's a good price even though they're missing their cushions?

Hadn't noticed that. Having four cushions made isn't too much. I think I spent about $35 per cushion for my couch not counting fabric. That was four years ago so round up. I would see if s/he'll take $100; if not, walk. It all depends on what you want them for. If you want them and plan on keeping them, they're a nice find.

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weenur•

This is really insightful. Personally, I think tiki style is really fun, and those chairs would be great on a covered patio.

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