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Material: Rattan
Pair of Bonacina armchairs in rattan and bamboo, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of Bonacina armchairs in rattan and bamboo, Italy, 1950s
Two rare and spectacular rattan armchairs, perfect for decorating a veranda, garden or living room. Refined and elegant...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Sofa
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal sofa. A chic bent rattan inn Gondola shape. An incredible fluid design to the frame. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored 3/4 3-Strand Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair & Sofa Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Three-strand 3/4 pretzel arm rattan living room set with a sectional sofa and lounge chair sofa features a decorative arch detail on both the front and back sides of the base. Also i...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Set of 4 Dining Chairs in Rattan and Bentwood by Mundus, Yugoslavia 1970
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a set of 4 wicker dining chairs manufactured by Mundus Yugoslavia, in the period after Mundus split with Thonet. Chairs are made of rattan and beech ben...
Category
1970s Croatian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
All Black Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer, Italy, 1970s
Located in PEGO, ES
Set of six (6) rare all black Cesca chairs, icon of the Bauhaus and designed in 1928, by Marcel Breuer. Black beech wood, black lacquered tubular structure. In good vintage condition...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Rattan "Chistera" Chairs, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chistera Rattan chairs on tripod legs, the design reminiscent of Motte famous version, not sure which came first but we've never seen those before.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Brass
Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman. This chair features steam bent rattan frame with Art Moderne styled pink flamingo covered cushions, circa ...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo Sofa Bed, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian red brown coated bamboo sofa bed.
This sofa bed comes with its original metallic bed net and needs a mattress of cm. 80 x 190 (about inch. 31.50 x 74.80)....
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Ikea Produced Storvik Rattan Cane Wicker Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam, 2000's
By IKEA, Carl Öjerstam
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ikea Produced Storvik Rattan Cane Wicker Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam;
Scandinavian modern rattan lounge chair designed by Carl Öjerstam for Ikea. This...
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Superb Restored Pair of Loungers by Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Brass
Franco Albini Style Stained Rattan, Reed & Willow Pouf/ Ottoman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Franco Albini Style Stained Rattan, Reed & Willow Pouf/ Ottoman
Italy, circa 1970s
A nice variation, beautiful warm earth one stain, with woven reed and willow straps. A very sturd...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Willow, Reed, Rattan
Set of Four Bamboo Rattan Peacock Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Midcentury set of four peacock or fan back dining armchairs made in the Hollywood Florida Regency taste. The chairs feature a balloon shaped back with an open lattice fretwork design...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage Ficks Reed Faux Bamboo Chinoiserie Style Sofa
By Ficks Reed
Located in Stamford, CT
1970s vintage Ficks Reed faux bamboo and rattan sofa with a chinoiserie flair. In original yellow finish with original fabric. Cushions have ha...
Category
1970s American Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Radiant Pair of Art Deco Revival Club Chairs in Magnificent French Cane
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite restored pair of rattan Art Deco Revival club chairs, circa 1980. Fabulous rattan frame construction completely veneered in heavy French Cane. Design, quality and crafts...
Category
1980s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Restored Art Deco Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge w/ Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco six-strand, rattan lounge chair features square pretzel arms and a Classic stacked base. Included is the matching stacked rattan Ottoman.
Custom cushions C.O.M. (Costumers Own Material) are included in the price. Simply supply the fabric and we have the cushions made for you. If you need help sourcing fabric we can help! Restored to new for you. All rattan, bamboo and wicker furniture has been painstakingly refurbished to the highest standards with the best materials. All refinishing is done by rattan workers with over 20 years of experience in rattan refinishing.
Every wrapping and joint has been inspected by “The Rattan Man” Harvey Schwartz to guarantee you the finest product available for years to come for your home or office.
We get our handed-down knowledge from Tropical Sun Rattan ( TSR ) which was started in 1934 in California. Harvey Schwartz is the leading expert in vintage rattan and author of "Rattan Furniture: Tropical Comfort Throughout the House." Signed copies are available on request for USD 39.99. The hard bounded 160-page full-color book details the fascinating History of Rattan with wonderful vintage and modern-day photos of Tropical decors...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Elegant Restored Pair of Throne Loungers by Willow and Reed, circa 1955
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service is available. NOTE: Also available is the matching three-seat sofa from this rare series.
An exquisite restored pair of Throne...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
Rattan and Wooden Lounge and Outdoor Four Armchairs
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Superb, unique, genuine this garden lounge set in wood and rattan is graphic. You dream of a different garden, design and original and in addition vintage? Take a seat on these extra...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Stunning Pair of Rattan Club Chairs in Parchment Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent club chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert c...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Hardwood
Viggo Boesen Easy Chairs Model 3440 Produced by R. Wengler in Denmark
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of easy chairs model 3440 designed by Viggo Boesen. Produced by R. Wengler in Denmark.
Original cushion (for 1 chair).
Category
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Bentwood
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Italian Foldable Table and Four Chairs, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful midcentury set, made of bamboo and rattan foldable table and four chairs. It is an Italian production of 1960s and the state of conserva...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Rattan Chair Patio Rohe Noordwolde Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage rattan chair by Rohe Noordwolde, Netherlands, 1960s.
The seat shell was made of rattan and the tube steel base was black lacquered.
The metal feet features...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
Pair of Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Club Chair Ottoman, John Wisner Campaign Style
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair Ficks Reed rattan Campaign style lounge or club chairs plus one ottoman with interesting brass cap accents by John Wisner for the Far Horiz...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Pencil Reed Rattan Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of six dining chairs feature full veneer of pencil reed rattan in a unique geometric design. Comfortable back and seat cushions. Upholstered in a purple floral pattern. Very good...
Category
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Reed
Set of 4 Upholstered Rattan Side Chairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A set of four Mid Century style rattan side chairs with an angular shaped frame and inset with a upholstered circular portion to an open back. Upholstered seat and back are a red, ta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Mid-Century Monumental Woven Armchairs in Rattan
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of Mid-Century monumental woven armchairs in rattan.
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Rattan Settee with Schumacher Fabric Cushions, 1920s
Located in Stamford, CT
1920s Adirondack stylish rattan loveseat. Cushions fabricated in a Schumacher fabric.
Category
1920s American Adirondack Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Pair of McGuire Organic Modern Twisted Rattan Lounge Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fabulous and rare pair of rattan lounge chairs or club chairs crafted by McGuire in the California organic modern style. These iconic chairs feature bent rattan poles twisted togethe...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Wood
MCM Coastal Rattan & Wicker Low Legless or Zaisu Lounge Chairs Style Calif Asia
By Calif-Asia
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible Mid-20th Century Coastal Island Rattan & wicker Low, Legless, or Japanese “Zaisu” lounge chairs in the style of Calif Asia, a pair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Pair of Bohemian Peacock Style Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Bohemian rattan and wicker lounge chairs or armchairs having large peacock or fan backs. The chairs feature gracefully curved rattan frames embellished with decorativ...
Category
20th Century Bohemian Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Set of Four McGuire Rattan Oak Caned Back Bar Stools
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome set of four rattan and oak barstools made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire, San Francisco. The bar height stools feature a solid rattan and oak fram...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Brass
Organic Vintage Riviera Style Rattan Dining Chairs Patio Chairs Four 1950 France
Located in Vienna, AT
Organic rattan vintage four ( 4 ) dining chair patio chairs Riviera style France 1950s.
A fantastic set of four ( 4 ) rattan lounge chairs or dining chairs with a comfortable rattan ...
Category
1950s French Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Rustic Wood French Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of four rustic wood French chairs.
Manufactured in French, circa 1950.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Material...
Category
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Rattan Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Gorgeous pair of lounge chairs made in rattan with metal base.
The rattan seats are in almost excellent vintage condition, no defects, and in wonderful dry and clean execution.
The m...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
Elinor McGuire for McGuire San Francisco Rattan Dining Chairs, a Set of 4
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A beautiful set of four M-74 dining chairs designed by Elinor McGuire for McGuire San Francisco. Chairs have the original finish and feature McGui...
Category
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
Scandinavian Stool 'Le Roi' by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak (in stock)
Located in Paris, FR
'Le Roi' Stool by Norr11
Dimensions :
Diameter: 36 cm
Height: 44 cm
Model shown on the picture:
Color: Dark Smoked Oak
Natural French Rattan
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The Le Roi Coffee Table is constru...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
FK 6720 Classics of Midcentury Modernism Lounge Chair by Fabricius and Kastholm
Located in Antwerp, BE
To be the classics of midcentury modernism the lounge chair feature in exclusively steel frames with elephant grey leather loose cushions and cord-wrapped armrests.
This FK 6720 Lou...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
Vintage set of 6 Tropical Vibe McGuire Rattan & Cane Dining Chairs c. 1970s
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice late 1970s vintage set of 6, California casual designed McGuire San Francisco dining chairs made of bent rattan and caning with loose upholstered seat. Feature a barrel back, X ...
Category
1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
Set of Six McGuire Rattan Organic Modern Salon Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of six salon dining armchairs (model #MCM222B) designed by Orlando Diaz-Azcuy for McGuire. Made in the California coastal organic modern style with a natural finish on the r...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
1st Century Rattan Spencer Dining Chair Walnut Wood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Member of one of the most exquisite gentlemen’s clubs in London, the Brook’s, Spencer Cavendish has the distinction of having served as leader of three political parties. The 8th Duke of Devonshire...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Rattan Seating
Materials
Linen, Rattan, Walnut
Handwoven Jambi Deck Chair, Powder-Coated Steel and Natural Rattan, Mexico City
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
The Jambi deck chair by León León design from Mexico City is a one-of-a-kind creation. It showcases a sturdy steel frame with a powder-coated finish a...
Category
2010s Mexican Brutalist Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
French 1900s Design Bistro Rattan Wicker and Braided Resin Outdoor Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French Bistro design rattan wicker armchair composed of a rattan structure, braided resin back and seat with a red outline, famous at the beginning of th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Contemporary Rattan/Cane Dining Chair Set of 6
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century Modern style dining chairs in walnut finished frame.
Backrest in natural woven cane and seat upholstered in black faux leather.
Dimensions: 23.2" W x 22.8" D x 29.1" H ...
Category
2010s European Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Faux Leather
Vintage Cane and Rattan Set of 2 shell-shaped Armchairs with Coffe Table, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Roma, IT
A Vintage Living Room Set, which can also be used outdoors, hand-crafted in Italy during the 60s in Cane and Rattan.
This set consists of a pair of armchairs and a coffee table with...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Split Reed Sofa after Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed
Located in Trenton, NJ
Are you in search of a sofa that marries vintage coastal style and timeless comfort? Look no further- this Vintage Split Reed Wicker Sofa embodies th...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Vintage Split Reed Accent Chairs - Boho Coastal Pair
By Ficks Reed
Located in Trenton, NJ
Picture yourself by the seaside, the gentle ocean breeze rustling through the palm fronds, the sun casting its warm embrace, and you, comfortably nestled in this pair of vintage Coas...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Upholstery
Nanna Ditzel Rattan Lounge Set of Stools and Coffee Table
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Nanna Ditzel for R. Wengler, Set of five stools and a coffee table, rattan, textured glass, Denmark, designed 1961, manufactured 1960s-1970s
This lively lounge set, designed by Nann...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Glass
McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Raffia Sofa Settee
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome rattan sofa settee made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire. The sofa features a thick pole rattan frame with double-walled sides and back of woven can...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Grasscloth, Cane, Raffia, Rattan
Rare Bonacina Rattan Daybed in Ivory Bouclé with Custom Mattress, Italy, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vittorio Bonacina daybed intricately hand-woven with rattan, new custom mattress and bolster pillows upholstered with ivory bouclé, Italy, 1960s. This extremely rare and exquis...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Charlotte Perriand LC9 Stool, Rattan and Metal
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1927. Relaunched by Cassina in 1973/2014. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Designed by Charlotte Perriand and part of the LC collection by...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
David Mazel Tov LifeGuard Chair, Handcrafted Maple Coastal Inspiration Seating
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This chair is named in honor of the famous lifeguard. David Mazel Tov is a design focused on perspectives and it allows two people to co-exist in a spa...
Category
2010s Canadian Post-Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Maple
Martin Eisler and Carlo Hauner Rare Pair of Rattan Armchairs, Brazil, 1950
Located in New York, NY
Martin Eisler (1913-1977) and Carlo Hauner (1927-1997)
A rare and exceptional pair of lounge chairs by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler for their pioneering Brazilian design company,...
Category
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
Elinor McGuire Rattan Caned Barrel Back Arm Chairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A pair of rattan caned barrel back dining armchairs designed by breakthrough innovator Elinor McGuire. Casual luxury from McGuire San Francisco. Vintage organic modern chairs designed in the classic tradition using beautiful materials simply and sensitively. These comfortable and versatile arm chairs feature an expertly handcrafted rattan frame and McGuire’s innovative double caning technique on the back and arm panels. The barrel-back design is formed by a graceful arc of rattan cane that flows seamlessly from each armrest, meeting at the top rail. Seats have a loose cushion with vintage fabric that rests on a caned deck, and each chair retains the McGuire San Francisco brass plaque. Seat height is 20" with cushion. Chair legs are reinforced with cross stretchers accented by McGuire's signature rawhide laces. Enjoy the uncompromising quality and relaxed, timeless style that is McGuire.
This M85C model is featured in McGuire's 1985 catalog. Compare to Baker McGuire...
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Raffia Lounge Chair
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional rattan lounge chair made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire. The chair features a thick pole rattan frame with double walled sides and back of wove...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Grasscloth, Cane, Raffia, Rattan
Restored Rattan Single Strand Set of Three Bar Stools
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Upgrade your bar area with this charming set of three Restored Single-Strand Rattan Bar Stools. These vintage beauties feature stacked pyramid backs, offering a blend of style and co...
Category
1950s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Bonacina Attrib. Pair of Rattan and Bamboo Hight-Backed Chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Naples, IT
Rare pair of original 1960s low chairs with curved bamboo high back, beautiful design and comfortable seating. Italian production 1960.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Set of Six McGuire Rattan Target Design Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent set of six bespoke rattan target dining chairs made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire. The set consists of five target armchairs (Model MCM59) and one...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Paul Frankl Bamboo Rattan Patio Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish pair of Mid-Century bamboo chairs, boasting stylish and sturdy bamboo and rattan construction. Unique vintage design, padded seat, and gorgeous complementary colors.
Please ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
High Back Brighton Pavilion Style Tortoiseshell Bamboo Cane Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Gorgeous pair of high back burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These tall beautifully handcrafted Chinese Chippendale chai...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Antique and Vintage Rattan Seating on 1stDibs: Shop Rattan Dining Chairs, Bar Stools, Armchairs and More
Shopping for vintage rattan dining chairs, swivel chairs, bar stools or sofas? Lightweight, durable and versatile, rattan furniture is whatever one wants it to be: elegant or rustic, chic or workaday.
Few things inspire such extreme devotion as furnishings crafted from the versatile fibers of a tropical palm native to Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Indeed, antique and vintage rattan furniture has found legions of devotees over the years. The long-lasting natural medium, made popular in Great Britain and the United States during the Victorian era, is a master of disguise, able to mingle with a wide range of styles — when done the right way.
For rattan dining chairs, armchairs, lounge chairs and other rattan seating, there is no shortage of popular search terms for interested parties — suggestions include Bielecky Brothers, New York–based makers of handcrafted rattan furniture since 1903; Milanese artist-designer Gabriella Crespi, who blended rattan with brass in sexy, sculptural pieces during the 1970s; and Peacock chairs, a catchall term for the numberless iterations of the beloved high-backed seat.
The use of rattan stretches from prehistory to IKEA. To clarify, rattan is not bamboo, which is a rigid, hollow reed. Stalks of rattan (whose name derives from the Malay rotan) are dense, steamable and bendable, which is why it lends itself to curvaceous designs and infinite creative uses in a way bamboo does not. Nor is rattan synonymous with wicker, which is a broader term for woven items — often made of rattan fibers but also of willow, other pliable reeds or even synthetic materials.
“Furniture made out of woven materials has occurred since the beginning of time and in every culture,” says interior designer and rattan aficionado Amanda Lindroth, noting that in earlier times, rattan furnishings were most often found in semi-outdoor settings like sunrooms and porches.
Rattan pieces were welcomed indoors in the mid-20th century, and over time the medium has been put to use by giants of modernism such as Josef Hoffmann, Thonet, Jean-Michel Frank and Donald Deskey. Postwar San Francisco brand McGuire, which became synonymous with the warm and relaxed feel of California design, is known to enthusiasts for its collectible rattan furniture, in particular its Director's X-Chair and Cracked Ice chair.
Find antique and vintage rattan sofas, daybeds, dining chairs and other seating on 1stDibs.
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