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A Pair of Painted Regency Faux Bamboo and Rush Seat Chairs
For sale by Tinker & Toad
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A Pair of Painted Regency Faux Bamboo and Rush Seat Chairs

19th century
For Sale by Tinker & Toad
Description

A Pair of Regency Faux Bamboo and Rush Seat Chairs with Original Patina.

We are pleased to offer a charming pair of Regency faux bamboo chairs, each retaining its original, time-worn paint finish. The chairs feature beautifully rustic rush seats that are in excellent condition, adding to their authentic country house appeal. With a timeless design and graceful silhouette, these chairs would make a delightful addition to any interior.

We have two pairs available. The seat height is a comfortable 45 cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Tinker & Toad has dated these Regency Faux Bamboo Chairs to the Regency era.

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SA1098135
Description
A Pair of Regency Faux Bamboo and Rush Seat Chairs with Original Patina.
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We are pleased to offer a charming pair of Regency faux bamboo chairs, each retaining its original, time-worn paint finish.
Tinker & Toad

The chairs feature beautifully rustic rush seats that are in excellent condition, adding to their authentic country house appeal. With a timeless design and graceful silhouette, these chairs would make a delightful addition to any interior.

We have two pairs available. The seat height is a comfortable 45 cm.

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Tinker & Toad has dated these Regency Faux Bamboo Chairs to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1098135
Tinker & Toad
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2020
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Archive I A pair of antique Regency side chairs featuring painted faux bamboo turned frames and woven rush seats.

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Tinker & Toad
Telephone 07771 682942
Location
54 The Mint
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7EN
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/tinkerandtoad
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A pair of antique Regency side chairs featuring painted faux bamboo turned frames and woven rush seats.
A Pair Of Painted Regency Faux Bamboo And Rush Seat Chairs
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A pair of antique Regency side chairs featuring painted faux bamboo turned frames and woven rush seats.
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  • ObjectSide Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialWood, Rush, Paint
  • ColourWarm Beige
  • MotifsFaux bamboo turnings, Woven rush seat, Ladder back rails
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

A pair of Regency side chairs stands as a practical and decorative seating option for the home. Each chair features a ladder back constructed with multiple horizontal rails decorated to resemble natural bamboo. The frames display a warm beige painted finish with visible surface wear and an authentic time-worn patina across the timber. Turned uprights, cross stretchers and slender legs support the seat structures, which are woven from natural rush in a traditional pattern. The wood exhibits subtle antiqued textures and aged distressing consistent with vintage country house furnishings. These side chairs measure 84 cm high by 41 cm wide and 40 cm deep, with a seat height of 45 cm. Positioning these rustic chairs around a dining table, in a hallway, or as accent seating in a living room brings character to contemporary interiors. Their compact proportions allow them to fit comfortably into dining spaces or bedroom corners without overwhelming the floor plan. The organic textures of the woven rush and the soft painted tones complement neutral palettes and traditional decor schemes equally well. Daily use in domestic settings suits their sturdy construction, while the antique finish introduces subtle historical charm to everyday living spaces.

FAQs

Faux bamboo furniture became popular during the Regency era in Britain, driven by the Chinoiserie trend and fashion for Asian-inspired design elements. Craftsmen carved and turned European hardwoods to mimic the natural nodes and slender proportions of bamboo, creating lightweight, decorative seating.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as beech, maple, or pine, which were turned on a lathe to recreate bamboo joints. The frames were usually finished with paint or graining, while seats were commonly hand-woven using natural rush or cane.

Authentic period pieces show hand-turned notch detailing on the legs and stretchers rather than uniform machine moulding. Look for hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery, natural wear to the painted surface, and subtle irregularities in the woven rush seat.

Faux bamboo side chairs serve as versatile accent pieces in entryways, bedrooms, or alongside contemporary dining tables. Their linear frames and organic texture contrast well with clean-lined modern architecture and soft upholstered textiles.

Keep painted wooden frames clean by dusting with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that may strip historic paint layers. Rush seats should be lightly vacuumed with a soft brush attachment and occasionally dabbed with a slightly damp cloth to prevent the natural fibers from drying out.
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