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Round Rattan Ottoman

Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century
Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century

Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century

By Franco Albini

Located in Miami, FL

Round Rattan Ottoman, white boucle fabric seat. Ready for a new home.

Category

Vintage 1970s Indonesian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century
Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century

Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century

By Franco Albini

Located in Miami, FL

Round Rattan Ottoman, white Kravet Ivory Nubby Boucle fabric seat.

Category

Vintage 1970s Indonesian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Large Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century
Large Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century

Large Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century

By Franco Albini

Located in Miami, FL

Round Rattan Ottoman, white boucle fabric seat. Ready for a new home.

Category

Vintage 1970s Indonesian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Round Rattan Ottoman
Round Rattan Ottoman

Round Rattan Ottoman

Located in Westwood, NJ

Measuring 41" W x 41" D x 19" H, this stunning piece combines natural beauty with functional design, making it a perfect centerpiece for any room. Crafted with high-quality rattan, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Victorian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Small Round Rattan Ottoman
Small Round Rattan Ottoman

Small Round Rattan Ottoman

Located in Westwood, NJ

Crafted with high-quality rattan, this round stool features a charming natural finish that adds a warm and inviting vibe to your decor and has a round arctic white upholstered cushio...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Victorian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Vintage Rattan Round Ottoman, Seafoam Upholstery, Coastal Style
Vintage Rattan Round Ottoman, Seafoam Upholstery, Coastal Style

Vintage Rattan Round Ottoman, Seafoam Upholstery, Coastal Style

Located in Trenton, NJ

Produced during the height of American coastal furniture’s popular revival, this compact round rattan ottoman combines the warmth and tactility of natural rattan with the relaxed ele...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo

Rattan Bamboo Base Round Bench Pouf Ottoman MINT
Rattan Bamboo Base Round Bench Pouf Ottoman MINT

Rattan Bamboo Base Round Bench Pouf Ottoman MINT

By Ficks Reed

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Rattan Bamboo Base Round Bench Pouf Ottoman MINT

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Mid-century Rattan Round Ottoman w/ Tufted Cushion
Restored Mid-century Rattan Round Ottoman w/ Tufted Cushion

Restored Mid-century Rattan Round Ottoman w/ Tufted Cushion

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautifully restored coastal rattan round ottoman featuring a sturdy hand-wrapped rattan frame and a comfortable tufted cushion top.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s
Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s

Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful French Riviera style pouf stool completely made in hand-woven rattan with walnut wood feet. This delightful organic object can also be used as stylish side table, it was de...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker

Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s
Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s

Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful Mid-Century pouf or side table fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stylish organic pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli and produced in Italy during the 196...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1960s
Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1960s

Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1960s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous Mid-Century organic pouf or side table fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stylish French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli and produced in ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Bamboo Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s
Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Bamboo Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s

Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Bamboo Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous mid-century organic pouf or side table fully made of curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stylish French Riviera style piece was designed by Tito Agnoli and produced in...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1960s
French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1960s

French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1960s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous Mid-Century organic pouf or side table fully made of curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stylish French Riviera-style stool is attributed to the mastery of Tito Agnoli...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s
Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s

Tito Agnoli Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1960s

By Franca Helg

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous Mid-Century organic pouf or side table, fully made of curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stylish French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli and produced in...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Red Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Red Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Red Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous Mid-Century organic pouf or side table fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This incredibly rare French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli in Ital...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Mid-century modern Rattan and Bamboo Ottoman Stool Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
Mid-century modern Rattan and Bamboo Ottoman Stool Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s

Mid-century modern Rattan and Bamboo Ottoman Stool Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Mid-century modern Rattan and Bamboo Ottoman Stool Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s Infuse your space with vintage elegance and charm with this pair of round rattan ottoman stools attribu...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Rattan

Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s
Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s

Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Lovely mid-century round stool in bamboo, rattan and wicker. Franco Albini designed this piece in Italy during the 1960s. This pouf is made in a gorgeous combination of curved bambo...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Round Ottoman Stool, Italy 1960s
Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Round Ottoman Stool, Italy 1960s

Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Round Ottoman Stool, Italy 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous mid-century round bamboo & wicker stool. Franco Albini designed this piece in Italy during the 1960s. The pouf features a beautiful combination of curved bamboo, rattan a...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker

Set of 2 Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Round Ottoman Stools, Italy 1960s
Set of 2 Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Round Ottoman Stools, Italy 1960s

Set of 2 Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Round Ottoman Stools, Italy 1960s

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Set of two playful rattan stools in the style of Franco Albini. Nice organic shape, light and easy, works in almost any space. Can be used as stools, side tables or just as decorati...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

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Round Rattan Ottoman, Italian, circa 1960
Round Rattan Ottoman, Italian, circa 1960

Round Rattan Ottoman, Italian, circa 1960

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H 15 in Dm 23.5 in

Round Rattan Ottoman, Italian, circa 1960

By Franco Albini

Located in Southampton, NY

Useful round rattan ottoman attributed to Franco Albini and made in Italy.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Pouf by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s
Rattan Pouf by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s

Rattan Pouf by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s

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H 24 in W 24 in D 15 in

Rattan Pouf by Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s

By Vittorio Bonacina, Franco Albini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful round rattan pouf or ottoman designed by Franco Albini, manufactured by Vittorio Bonacina in Italy, circa 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Round Rattan Ottomans
Pair of Round Rattan Ottomans

Pair of Round Rattan Ottomans

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H 16 in Dm 15.5 in

Pair of Round Rattan Ottomans

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Pair of round rattan ottomans.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Round Rattan Ottomans
Pair of Round Rattan Ottomans

Pair of Round Rattan Ottomans

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H 17 in Dm 14.5 in

Pair of Round Rattan Ottomans

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Pair of round rattan ottomans, with round Lucite tops.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Large Round Rattan Ottoman with Thick Fur Cover by Franco Albini
Large Round Rattan Ottoman with Thick Fur Cover by Franco Albini

Large Round Rattan Ottoman with Thick Fur Cover by Franco Albini

By Franco Albini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large round rattan ottoman with thick Natural brown fur cover by Franco Albini.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Organic Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fur, Rattan

Contemporary Modern Large Round Woven Rattan Oversized Ottoman Coffee Table
Contemporary Modern Large Round Woven Rattan Oversized Ottoman Coffee Table

Contemporary Modern Large Round Woven Rattan Oversized Ottoman Coffee Table

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A contemporary modern oversized round rattan ottoman or coffee table. This lovely modern piece is constructed with sturdy wood frame, and decorated in a woven rattan wrap.

Category

20th Century Unknown Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Restored Rattan Round Ottoman 7-Strand
Restored Rattan Round Ottoman 7-Strand

Restored Rattan Round Ottoman 7-Strand

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The Restored Rattan Round Ottoman 7-Strand is a stylish and sustainable furniture piece.

Category

Vintage 1940s Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Ikea Round Wicker Rattan Stool ottoman
Vintage Ikea Round Wicker Rattan Stool ottoman

Vintage Ikea Round Wicker Rattan Stool ottoman

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H 15.36 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in

Vintage Ikea Round Wicker Rattan Stool ottoman

By IKEA

Located in Delft, NL

Vintage Ikea Round Wicker Rattan Stool

Category

1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

East Hampton Pair of Woven Rattan Round Ottomans
East Hampton Pair of Woven Rattan Round Ottomans

East Hampton Pair of Woven Rattan Round Ottomans

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H 15.5 in Dm 19 in L 15.5 in

East Hampton Pair of Woven Rattan Round Ottomans

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Great looking pair of woven rattan and wicker round ottomans having 4 tapered light wood legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Mid Century Franco Albini Round Rattan Stool 1960s Ottoman
Mid Century Franco Albini Round Rattan Stool 1960s Ottoman

Mid Century Franco Albini Round Rattan Stool 1960s Ottoman

By Franco Albini

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Nice 1960s Franco Albini Round ottoman or sitting stool perfect to complete your bohemian living space.

Category

Vintage 1960s Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

East Hampton Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Round Ottoman Pouf
East Hampton Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Round Ottoman Pouf

East Hampton Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Round Ottoman Pouf

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Great looking woven rattan and wicker round ottoman having 4 tapered light wood legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Round Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool with Bark Cloth Covering
Restored Round Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool with Bark Cloth Covering

Restored Round Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool with Bark Cloth Covering

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Fully restored round stacked rattan ottoman stool recovered in headstock original 1940s barkcloth fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Rattan Round Ottoman Poufs with Teak Legs, Italy, 1970s
Pair of Rattan Round Ottoman Poufs with Teak Legs, Italy, 1970s

Pair of Rattan Round Ottoman Poufs with Teak Legs, Italy, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning pair of round poufs in hand-woven rattan wicker and teak wood.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Teak

Franco Albini Attributed Handwoven Rattan / Wicker Ottoman, Italy, 1960s
Franco Albini Attributed Handwoven Rattan / Wicker Ottoman, Italy, 1960s

Franco Albini Attributed Handwoven Rattan / Wicker Ottoman, Italy, 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Naples, IT

Round handwoven rattan, wicker ottoman, pouf, footstool or side table in the style of Franco Albini.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored Round Arched Two Stand "Lovers" Two Person Ottoman Stool
Restored Round Arched Two Stand "Lovers" Two Person Ottoman Stool

Restored Round Arched Two Stand "Lovers" Two Person Ottoman Stool

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Fully restored two strand arched "Lovers" two person ottoman with custom COM cushion and steam formed arched design, circa 1950 Custom cushions C.O.M. (Costumers Own Material) are i...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Midcentury Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s
Midcentury Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s

Midcentury Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Oirlo, LI

Elevate your living space with the Mid-Century Organic Rattan Pouf, a timeless piece designed by Tito Agnoli in the 1970s. This exquisite pouf embodies the elegance of French Rivie...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Bohemian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1970s
Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1970s

Midcentury Tito Agnoli Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy, 1970s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous Tito Agnoli round pouf fully made in curved rattan and wicker. This gorgeous French Riviera style pouf was hand-made in Italy during the 1970s. The craftsmanship of this st...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Mid Century Franco Albini Style Round Wicker Rattan Ottoman Footstool
Mid Century Franco Albini Style Round Wicker Rattan Ottoman Footstool

Mid Century Franco Albini Style Round Wicker Rattan Ottoman Footstool

By Franco Albini

Located in West Hartford, CT

Vintage Franco albino style round handwoven rattan, wicker ottoman, pouf, footstool or side table.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored 3/4 Round Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Restored 3/4 Round Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman

Restored 3/4 Round Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This round 3/4 pretzel arm rattan lounge chair has a unique decorative wave detail around the perimeter of the base.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

4 Pieces Round Rattan Base Large Wrap Around Sectional Ottoman
4 Pieces Round Rattan Base Large Wrap Around Sectional Ottoman

4 Pieces Round Rattan Base Large Wrap Around Sectional Ottoman

By Paul Frankl

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Large Mid-Century Modern wraparound sectional bench ottoman. This is a nice solution to wrap a support column.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Restored 3/4 4-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Ottoman, Settee  Chair Livingroom Set
Restored 3/4 4-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Ottoman, Settee  Chair Livingroom Set

Restored 3/4 4-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Ottoman, Settee Chair Livingroom Set

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This round 3/4 pretzel rattan living room set features a lounge chair and lounge chair each with three-strand round pretzel arms and "Arched" base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Living Room Sets

Materials

Rattan

Restored 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Restored 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Restored 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Vintage Mid-Century 3/4 round Pretzel rattan lounge chair and ottoman. The set features bent rattan arches and two strand chair arms.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

3/4 3-Strand Rattan Lounge Chair Pretzel Arm and Ottoman
3/4 3-Strand Rattan Lounge Chair Pretzel Arm and Ottoman

3/4 3-Strand Rattan Lounge Chair Pretzel Arm and Ottoman

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Circa 1990 3/4 round pretzel rattan lounge chair and ottoman. The set features bent rattan "3/4 Round Pretzel" 3-strand arms and raised open bases.

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Rattan

Rare Isamu Kenmochi round Chair and Table/Ottoman
Rare Isamu Kenmochi round Chair and Table/Ottoman

Rare Isamu Kenmochi round Chair and Table/Ottoman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A beautiful organic design that is rarley seen on the market.This example having been purchased in 1966,manufactured by Yamakawa. Pink cushion comes with the chair

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Upholstery

Restored Round Open Base Ottoman Stool with Bark Cloth Covering
Restored Round Open Base Ottoman Stool with Bark Cloth Covering

Restored Round Open Base Ottoman Stool with Bark Cloth Covering

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Fully restored round stacked rattan ottoman stool recovered in headstock original 1940s barkcloth fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s Stools

Materials

Rattan

Restored Round Six Strand Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool
Restored Round Six Strand Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool

Restored Round Six Strand Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Fully restored six strand stacked rattan ottoman with custom COM cushions, circa 1950 Custom cushions C.O.M. (Costumers Own Material) are included in the price. Simply supply the fa...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Round Italian Ottoman Pouf with Wooden Legs, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Round Italian Ottoman Pouf with Wooden Legs, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Round Italian Ottoman Pouf with Wooden Legs, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Midcentury great looking round ottoman in woven rattan and wicker with four wooden legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

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Round Rattan Ottoman For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic round rattan ottoman available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of natural fiber, rattan and fabric, every round rattan ottoman was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a round rattan ottoman — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each round rattan ottoman bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Franco Albini each produced at least one beautiful round rattan ottoman that is worth considering.

How Much is a Round Rattan Ottoman?

Prices for a round rattan ottoman can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $395 and can go as high as $6,600, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.

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Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

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The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

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Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.