$7,497Sale Price / set|40% Off
Restored Five-Strand Streamline Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Chair set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A fully restored Mid-Century Rattan sofa in three pieces featuring six-strand square pretzel arms.
Rattan
$4,440Sale Price|40% Off
Art Deco Five-Strand Square Pretzel 3-Seater Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This sofa features the famous five-strand square pretzel side arms and stacked rattan base.
Wicker, Rattan
$4,560Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Vintage 1940's Five-Strand Square Pretzel Four-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Five-strand square pretzel style, Four-seat sectional sofa.
Rattan
$6,477Sale Price / set|40% Off
Restored MCM Rattan Five Strand Square Pretzel Sofa, Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A fully restored living room set featuring a five-strand square 3/4 pretzel three-seat sectional sofa and matching lounge chair.
Fabric, Rattan
$2,037Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Mid Century 5-Strand Reverse Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Four-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel rattan sofa and five-strand lounge chair set both feature a decorative wave detail on the base.
Rattan
Restored Six-Strand Rattan Five-Seat Curved Sectional Sofa
By Ritts Tropitan
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six-strand square pretzel curved rattan sectional sofa. This sofa features a stacked rattan base with six strand square pretzel arms and is divided into three sectionals, two end pie...
Rattan
Sold
H 33 in W 144 in D 36 in
Restored Paul Frankl Style Six Strand Rattan Five-Seat Curved Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six strand square pretzel curved rattan sectional sofa designed in the style of Paul Frankl. This sofa features a stacked rattan base with six strand square pretzel arms and is divid...
Naugahyde, Rattan
Art Deco Five-Strand Square Pretzel 3-Seater Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This sofa features the famous five strand square pretzel side arms and stacked rattan base.
Wicker, Rattan
Art Deco Five-Strand Square Pretzel 3-Seater Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This sofa features the famous five strand square pretzel side arms and stacked rattan base.
Wicker, Rattan
Restored Art Deco Six-Strand Square Pretzel Five-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The seats are covered in palm leaf pattern barkcloth cushions. Measures: Sofa: 29" tall x 122" wide x 36" deep, seat height 15 Five-strand square pretzel arm rattan sofa with stack...
Rattan
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
Vintage Coastal Palm Print Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your living space with this exquisite vintage coastal rattan sofa, a stunning fusion of tropical elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Featuring a beautifully curved rattan fr...
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
$331,200Sale Price|40% Off
H 36 in W 106 in D 40 in
Original Historic Hand Made 9 Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa By Paul T Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Extremely rare, museum-quality nine-strand square pretzel square-back four-seat sofa was designed by Paul T. Frankl in 1934 using the highest-quality rattan poles and reeds available...
Wicker, Rattan
Bamboo Sofa
By Ficks Reed
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century Art Deco bamboo sofa with original tropical themed fabric cushions ( fabric shows wear ). The frame features a wrap around bamboo base, and curved arms, with deco...
Upholstery, Bamboo
Paul Frankl Pretzel 4 Seat Rattan Sofa.
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Frankl Pretzel 4 seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa.
Bamboo, Rattan
$4,000Sale Price|33% Off
H 31 in W 77 in D 40 in
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand 3-Seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six strand 3-Seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa Offered for sale is a Paul Frankl six-strand three-seat bamboo and rattan sofa with loose seat and back upholstered cushions...
Fabric, Bamboo, Foam
$2,250Sale Price|40% Off
H 17 in W 66.5 in D 23 in
Restored Rattan & Mahogany Asymmetric "J" Coffee Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan and mahogany asymmetric J-shaped coffee table with stacked rattan pedestal legs, commonly known as the "J" table. The biomorphic-shaped coffee table exudes elegance a...
Rattan, Mahogany
$3,417Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 29 in W 34 in D 36 in
Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl, this six-strand rattan lounge chair features square pretzel arms and a Classic stacked base. Included is the matching stacked rattan ottoman. ...
Rattan
$5,930Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 33 in W 70 in D 34 in
Restored Streamline Art Deco Rattan Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Streamline Art Deco rattan living room set, which includes one lounge chair and a matching three-seat sofa. Each seat features rounded three-strand rattan arms with three decorative ...
Wicker, Rattan
$16,800Sale Price|40% Off
H 28 in W 123 in D 32 in
Restored 6-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Corner Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Mid-Century six-strand square pretzel rattan Corner Sectional sofa with six seats. This sofa features a round 3-strand pattern rattan b...
Rattan
$6,450Sale Price|40% Off
H 31 in W 77 in D 35 in
Restored 1930s Six-Strand Square Pretzel Sofa in the Manner of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original rattan six-strand square pretzel arm three-seat sofa with a wonderfully stacked rattan base and white covered cushions, 1930, United Staes We we only purchase and sell on...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
$14,400Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 33 in W 79 in D 36 in
Restored MCM Frankl Style Six-strand Rattan Sofa, Table, Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-style rattan living room set includes a matching three-seat sectional sofa and a pair of lounge chairs. Both feature the famous six-strand squar...
Rattan
$6,220Sale Price|40% Off
H 34 in W 81 in D 36 in
Restored Paul Frankl Style Six-Strand Square Pretzel Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored rattan blending style vintage charm with modern comfort. Six-strand square pretzel style, three-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous five-stra...
Rattan
Restored Rattan Six Strand Square Pretzel Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This restored Mid-Century Rattan sofa in three pieces featuring six-strand square pretzel arms showcases timeless charm styled after the design made famous by Paul Frankl. Crafted wi...
Rattan
$7,170Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 32 in W 76 in D 38 in
Restored Rattan 3/4 Pretzel Arm 4 Piece Sofa Lounge Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
4-piece living room set of restored rattan with matching 3/4 pretzel arm furniture featuring a 3-seat sectional sofa, an adjustable lounge chair and ottoman, and a 2-seat sectional s...
Fabric, Rattan
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 33 in W 55 in D 35 in
Paul Frankl Style Loveseat in Dark Chocolate by Tochiku
By Tochiku
Located in Wilton, CT
A loveseat celebrating the intricate craft and design of the great Paul Frankl. Completely refinished in a dark chocolate stain, the options for this piece are endless. Shown with an...
Upholstery, Rattan
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