Editor’s Pick from Wunder Kammer
🌿 Provenance
This chair likely dates from the late 1950s or early 1960s – a period when rural life in Northern Italy was beginning to shift. In the rolling hills around Nizza Monferrato – now a UNESCO World Heritage site – not only farming families made their home, but also city dwellers from Genoa, Milan, and Turin, seeking a quiet retreat in the countryside. It’s quite possible this chair once belonged to such a weekend residence, thoughtfully furnished in a style that embraced both simplicity and refinement.
According to the seller, however, the chair came from a local winemaking family and was used for many years on the veranda of their farmhouse. Both stories are plausible – and that quiet ambiguity only adds to the charm and mystery of the piece.
What is certain is its craftsmanship: the construction suggests it was made by hand in a small regional workshop using locally sourced rattan. It is durable yet light, with flowing lines – not mass-produced, but shaped with care and intention. A chair built to breathe with the rhythm of the land and the passing of time.
Description & Function
This rocking chair is a rare sculptural object, handwoven from natural rattan. The design masterfully blends comfort and elegance: a subtly curved seat rests on generous, arched runners that provide a gentle, soothing motion.
With its airy open weave and asymmetric curves, it fits seamlessly into both bohemian interiors and modern eclectic spaces. More than a chair – it’s a statement piece.
Ideal for a covered terrace, reading nook, or as a striking element in a gallery-like setting.
Origin & Production
Origin: Northern Italy
Production period: circa 1960–1970
Technique: artisanally bent and tied rattan with natural fibre bindings
Originally designed for indoor use, though equally beautiful in a covered outdoor space.
Material & Craftsmanship
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Solid natural rattan with a beautifully aged patina
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Hand-tied joints using sisal-like rope
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Organic, flowing lines and a light, open structure
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Subtle discoloration and signs of use – adding to the character and charm of this unique piece
📏 Dimensions (approx.)
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Total height: 92 cm
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Full length (rockers): 103 cm
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Seat height: approx. 39 cm
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Seat width: approx. 55 cm
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Seat depth: approx. 50 cm
Condition
Very good vintage condition. No breaks or structural instability.
Light wear and soft fading in some areas of the weaving, consistent with age and use. The frame is strong and fully functional.
A true heirloom piece with soul.
Shipping Info
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Ready for dispatch from Piemonte, Italy
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Carefully packaged in protective wrap and sturdy cardboard
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EU shipping available upon request
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Local pickup also possible
