Indonesian Chair with Caned Seat

A plantation chair in its natural habitat: leaning back, arms out.

This chair with a caned seat was made in Indonesia in the 20th century of teak and rattan. Long-armed reclining chairs like this were commonly built for warm climates, where the sloping seat and extended arms allow the sitter to stretch out. The rattan weave forms a continuous sling from back to seat. Two long arms extend forward, each with a turned post at the front, and the carved scrolled supports sit under the back. The teak has taken on a rich amber-brown tone.

A chair that has opinions about rushing. Give it a corner and a long afternoon.