Last Updated on September 18, 2021 by April
Owning a peacock chair does wonders for tying your boho decor together. Peacock chairs scream exotic, handmade, and personalized. They are particularly great at adding texture to your home due to their woven rattan or wicker material.
Characterized by their wide, round backs and armrests, peacock chairs are often much larger than those occupying the seat. They give off a strong presence without being imposing, thanks to their traditional natural wood tone.
Where are peacock chairs from?
The history of the peacock chair is unknown and debated by many. It is often referred to as the ‘Manila’ or ‘Philippine Chair’, leading many to believe it originated in an Asian country called the Philippines. The designer of the peacock chair is also a mystery.
Peacock Chairs From Amazon
There aren’t many peacock chairs on Amazon, but the ones that are for sale are absolutely beautiful. Here are the chairs you can get as of right now.
Kouboo Grand White Peacock Chair in Rattan With Large Seat Cushion
This white peacock chair is 40 inches wide x 32 inches deep x 55 inches tall with an arm height of 28 inches. It is handwoven from naturally grown rattan and intended for indoor use only.
Kouboo Rattan Peacock Style Dining Chair
A light brown peacock chair that measures 35 inches wide x 29 inches deep x 38 inches in height. The seat cushion is removable for washing. Place this statement piece in your dining room or use it as a living room lounge chair. The material used in this chair is naturally grown rattan.
Kouboo Natural Rattan Peacock Chair
Here is a taller rattan peacock chair also intended for indoor use. It measures 40 inches wide x 32 inches deep and 55 inches tall.
Kouboo Retro Peacock Chair in Rattan With White Seat Cushion
This retro peacock chair works great in rooms with a throwback vibe. Its dimensions are 40 inches wide x 32 inches deep x 55 inches tall.
Peacock Chairs From Etsy
If you are looking for an authentic used peacock chair for sale, your best bet is to take a look at Etsy. Vintage Etsy furniture stores will carry these chairs from time to time, and it is good to check often until you find your favorite piece. Here are some peacock chairs currently available for purchase on Etsy.
Princess Peacock Chair | Buri Boutique LLC
This peacock chair is handmade from wicker, rattan, and buri. Overall height is 52 inches and width is 33 inches. Shipping is free and Buri Boutique has hundreds of positive reviews.
Classic Peacock Chair | Olivannah Co
This natural rattan peacock chair features intricately woven patterns throughout. It was handmade to order by artisans in West Java, Indonesia. It is ordered and made in small batches. Find it in Olivannah Co’s Etsy shop.
Vintage Emmanuella 1970s Wicker and Rattan Peacock Chair | Clareintili
Clareintili on Etsy is selling this vintage wicker and rattan peacock chair from the 1970s. It has an overall height of 62 inches and a width of 45 inches.
Emmanuelle Peacock Chair With High Fan Back | Vintage Chic by Deborah
The Vintage Chic by Deborah Etsy shop has a high fan-backed boho-chic chair made from rattan, wicker, and bamboo. It is a vintage piece from the 1960s.
Vintage Wicker Peacock Chair | Jones Home Decor Store
This vintage wicker peacock chair was made in the 1970s. Materials include wicker, rattan, and bamboo. See the chair at Jones Home Decor Store.
Vintage Rattan Peacock Armchair | World of Wicker
This is a peacock chair vintage from the 1970s. It is made of rattan and wicker. The overall height of this chair is 48 inches and its width is 27 inches. Check it out at World of Wicker.
How to Style Your Peacock Chairs
When styling your peacock chair, you will want to follow the general rules of bohemian decor, unless you are going for an eclectic look.
Bohemian style tends to have the following qualities:
- Mixed patterns, colors (can be neutral), and textures
- Loads of plants
- Layered rugs
- Laidback
- Mirrors
- Metallics
Here are a few examples of how some home decor bloggers are styling their boho-chic peacock chairs.
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Why are peacock chairs so expensive?
You have probably already noticed the very high prices of peacock chairs. Many range from 700-1200 dollars, making it unaffordable for most. There is good reason for the high prices though.
Typically, peacock chairs are handmade and take quite a while to produce. For the time, skill, and effort, you can expect to pay extra for this piece of furniture. It is all worth it though, as these chairs are sturdy and very unique.
Can I get a peacock chair rental for a wedding or other special events?
Peacock chairs are available for rent at A La Crate. Their chairs feature vintage throne wicker rattan, woven black accents, and mid-century modern style.
Peacock chairs were at most $25 in the 1970s and they were ubiquitous, stacks and stacks of them in the World Bazaar, Ginza, hippie shop markets throughout the USA. We all had them.
I bought one at an estate sale over 10 years ago for $5.00! We have it on our screened porch, and I love it. I painted it cobalt blue and green. I found another one locally on Facebook Marketplace (locally) for only $75.00. It has a more intricately woven back than the one on the porch.
Glad I bought my King Cobra in the mid 80s. I only paid $50.
I need to have my peacock chair seat repaired. Any suggestions?