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Set of Paul Frankl Style Rattan Furniture, 1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Hamburg, PA
A dynamic Mid-Century Modern set of Paul Frankl style Rattan. This fabulous set would look great in
Category

Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Wood

Restored 1940's Transition Rattan Recliner Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Two-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chair. The chair features an arm style that flows
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored 1940's Stacked Rattan Coffee Table w/ Rattan Wrapped Mahogany Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 1940s Rattan coffee/corner table with wonderful stacked base, stylized cutout sides, and a
Category

Vintage 1940s American Center Tables

Materials

Rattan

1940s Rattan Chair and Ottman
By Paul Frankl
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage rare 1940s rattan lounge chair and ottoman. Beautifully reupholstered great quality piece
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan

1940s Rattan Chair and Ottman
1940s Rattan Chair and Ottman
H 33 in W 25 in D 28 in
1940s Rattan Couch And Chaise Lounge
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Rattan couch and chaise lounge. Some strips missing as shown in pictures. Cushions need to be
Category

Vintage 1940s Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Rattan

1940s Rattan Couch And Chaise Lounge
1940s Rattan Couch And Chaise Lounge
H 32 in W 81.5 in D 33 in
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
ASEA, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
H 24.55 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in
Couple of 1940's Amsterdamse school easy chairs
By Amsterdam Furniture Corp.
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Couple of 1940's Amsterdamse school easy chairs Cute pair of easy or side chairs from Holland
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Vintage 1940s Dutch Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Couple of 1940's Amsterdamse school easy chairs
Couple of 1940's Amsterdamse school easy chairs
H 32.68 in W 23.63 in D 21.66 in
1940s Antique Rattan Armchairs Set of 2
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
This very decorative early 1900's pair of rattan lounge chairs is beautifully shaped with generous
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

1940s Antique Rattan Armchairs Set of 2
1940s Antique Rattan Armchairs Set of 2
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 35.44 in
ASEA, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced by ASEA, Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

ASEA, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
ASEA, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
H 54.34 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
VINTAGE FRENCH COUNTRY HOUSE 1940'S ORIGINAL PAINT BERGERE RATTAN ARMCHAIr
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage circa 1940's French Country
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Finnish Designer, Lounge Chair, Bamboo, Rattan, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo and rattan lounge chair designed and produced in Finland, 1940s. Seat height
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Idman, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1940s
By Idman Oy
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan table lamp designed and produced by Idman, Finland, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Finnish Designer, Chandelier, Chrome, Rattan, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A two-armed chrome and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Finland, 1940s. Dimensions of
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Fog & Mørup, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced by Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1940s. Dimensions of
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A three-armed brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Four-Panel Rattan Screen Room Divider, 1940s
Located in London, GB
Four-panel rattan screen room divider, 1940s.
Category

Vintage 1940s Indian Bohemian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Rattan

Four-Panel Rattan Screen Room Divider, 1940s
Four-Panel Rattan Screen Room Divider, 1940s
H 70.87 in W 94.49 in D 1.19 in
Danish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A five-armed brass and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Dimensions of
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

AJH, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced by AJH, Sweden, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Provenance, AB Edsbyns
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of two-armed organic brass and rattan wall lights, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan floor lamp, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Austrian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Austria, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan table lamp designed and produced in Austria, c. 1940s. Assorted
Category

Vintage 1940s Austrian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Finnish Rattan Serving Trolley, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Finnish rattan serving trolley from the 1940s. Rattan and hand-painted tiles. Signed on the table
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Rattan

Finnish Rattan Serving Trolley, 1940s
Finnish Rattan Serving Trolley, 1940s
H 23.63 in W 31.5 in D 18.71 in
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and floral-printed fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Austrian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Austria, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Austria, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Oak, Rattan, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A two-armed brass, stained oak and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1940s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Viggo Boesen, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of moulded bamboo, rattan and flower-printed fabric lounge chairs design attributed to Viggo
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Valinte OY, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1940s
By Valinte Oy
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan table lamp designed and produced by Valinte OY, Finland, c. 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large 1940s Japanese Cane & Rattan Serving Bar Cart
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Large serving bar cart formed of rattan and cane wrapping, circa 1940's. Every part of this piece
Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Steel

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, wood and rattan chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of canopy
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Bamboo, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp, designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Task Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable task light or table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Metal, Birch, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable birch, metal and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Elm, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, rattan and elm floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rattan wall lights designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Overall Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Sold with lampshade
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Sold with lampshade
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

American Designer, Slipper Chairs, Wood, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood, rattan and beige velvet fabric slipper or lounge chairs designed and produced in
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Rattan, Wood

Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Sconce, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
, 1940s. Sold with Lampshade(s). Dimensions of Back Plate (inches) : 33.43 x 1.97 x 0.77 (Height x
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Walnut, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Sold with Lampshade
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan wall light, designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Collapsed
Category

Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Böhlmarks, Adjustable Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
By Bohlmarks
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan floor lamp designed by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1940s. Variable dimensions
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan floor lamp, designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Oak, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable oak, brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Adjustable Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Please note cord feeds from
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rattan wall lights, designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Overall
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan wall light designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Streamline Art Deco / Modernist 3-Piece Bamboo Set by Rattan Art / Philippines
By Beverly Hills Rattan Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Streamline Art Deco / Modernist 3-Piece bamboo set by Rattan Art / Philippines, stunning set
Category

Vintage 1940s Philippine Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Danish Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Please note cord
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

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1940s Rattan Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 1940s rattan furniture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of natural fiber, rattan and wood, every piece of 1940s rattan furniture was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of 1940s rattan furniture, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made choice in our collection of 1940s rattan furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Paul Frankl, Heywood-Wakefield Co. and Paavo Tynell are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1940s Rattan Furniture?

A piece of 1940s rattan furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,446, while the lowest priced sells for $220 and the highest can go for as much as $24,500.
Questions About 1940s Rattan Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No. Rattan furniture has always been in style, and it has become more popular than ever in recent years. Rattan furniture is warm, organic, and goes with almost any decor, including Bohemian, retro, Scandinavian modern, colonial, Hamptons, and country decor styles. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first step in determining if an item is vintage bamboo is to first make sure it’s bamboo. Bamboo is inflexible, so if there are curved shapes in the design it is actually rattan, not bamboo. Your next step is to understand the style of the piece of furniture, the brand, and look for telltale signs that it is an authentic piece from that brand. Shop a range of antique and modern bamboo furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between rattan and wicker is that rattan is the material whereas wicker is the type of weave. Therefore, a wicker weave can be made using rattan, along with other materials. Shop a collection of wicker and rattan furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The best method for repairing rattan furniture depends on the extent of the damage. Small sections of broken or worn rattan can sometimes be cut away and replaced with new rattan weave. For large areas of damage, the entire piece may need to be recovered. An experienced furniture repair person can assess the extent of the damage and recommend the best approach to repairing and restoring your furniture. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of rattan furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What era rattan furniture is from varies. Furniture produced out of woven rattan was popular during the Victorian era as well as the 1970s. However, the ancient Chinese, Romans and Egyptians also produced furniture out of rattan. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage rattan furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What rattan furniture is made of varies. Natural rattan furniture is crafted from the versatile fibers of a tropical palm native to Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Approximately 600 species of trees provide suitable raw materials for producing rattan furniture. Human-made or synthetic rattan is usually made of weather-resistant resin. Explore a selection of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best rattan furniture may vary upon your individual needs. There are numerous types of rattan furniture, and the material is famous for its durability and endurance. On 1stDibs, you can shop a diverse range of vintage and antique rattan furniture from top brands around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rattan patio furniture is the term for chairs, tables and other furnishings manufactured out of a certain material and intended for display outdoors. Specifically, the pieces feature woven rattan, a type of vine that hardens as it dries. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage patio furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The style of rattan furniture varies from piece to piece. Furnishings made of rattan grew in popularity during the mid-century, but older pieces may show off characteristics of the Victorian period. In modern homes, rattan pieces often complement coastal, organic, bohemian and modern tropical interior design styles. Shop a selection of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, not all rattan furniture can be left outside. Some pieces may fade, warp or develop mold if left unprotected in uncovered outdoor areas. In fact, some rattan furniture needs to only be used indoors. You'll find a variety of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • Automaton
    AutomatonMarch 10, 2021
    In terms of collectibility, the best make of Rattan Furniture was Gabriella Crespi with her 'Rising Sun' line. While Paul Frankl's designs are also highly coveted and valuable, Crespi has far greater rarity and mystique with her 'Rising Sun' collection. In addition, Frankl's designs were much more copied over the decades whereas Crespi's rattan line is more unique and therefore valuable to collectors and dealers alike.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The difference between rattan and cane furniture lies in the materials used. Although rattan and cane come from the same type of vine plant, cane undergoes a stripping process that rattan doesn't. As a result, cane is thinner than rattan. Shop a collection of rattan and cane furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    How long rattan furniture lasts depends on a variety of factors, including where you use and store it, how you care for it and the quality of the manufacturing. Outdoors, rattan furniture usually doesn’t last as long, but indoors, pieces can remain beautiful for many years, especially when wiped clean regularly. Rattan and wicker furniture tend to get a bit of a bad rap, often associated with kitschy 1980s decor or denigrated as something found in the home of a dowdy great aunt. But 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. On 1stDibs, shop a range of rattan furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    How long rattan furniture lasts indoors depends on a few factors. Quality craftsmanship will largely determine the lifespan of a particular piece. However, how frequently the furniture gets used and how well you care for and maintain it will also impact its longevity. Generally, rattan furniture can remain in good condition for at least 10 years. Following the manufacturer's care instructions can further help preserve your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of rattan furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    As far as determining whether aluminum or rattan is better for outdoor furniture, one should keep in mind that genuine rattan is not waterproof. If you’re thinking about using rattan outdoor furniture in a patio or garden area and you live in a region that is susceptible to inclement weather, this material will most certainly rot if subjected to prolonged periods of rain or snow. Invest in a durable waterproof cover to protect your rattan outdoor furniture in the rain or, if you are able, store it away. Cast aluminum is a popular choice for outdoor furniture given that it is resistant to rust and it is a durable material. Find a selection of outdoor furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rattan furniture is very durable, and some of it is designed to be used as outdoor furniture, but it is not impervious to rain. In fact, rattan furniture can be damaged and even destroyed if it’s not treated for weather. Treating your rattan furniture and protecting it from the elements is the best way to preserve its integrity and keep it in good shape. Shop a collection of rattan furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.