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Old African Tapa (barkcloth) /20th century/Mbuti Barkcloth Textile/Tapestry
Old African Tapa (barkcloth) /20th century/Mbuti Barkcloth Textile/Tapestry

Old African Tapa (barkcloth) /20th century/Mbuti Barkcloth Textile/Tapestry

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This cloth was made by the Mbuti people, a pygmy tribe living in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Mbuti are hunter-gatherers who live in the Ituri rainforest, a tropical rai...

Category

20th Century Congolese Other Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Other

Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century
Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Mbuti painting on Bark Cloth Ituri Forest, DR Congo 20th century 0.54 x 0.75m (1’9″ x 2’6″) The eccentric biomorphic and linear geometries of Mbuti bark cloths, painted by women, ar...

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Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Natural Fiber

Wavy Green Striped Barkcloth with Tropical Banana Leaf Pattern
Wavy Green Striped Barkcloth with Tropical Banana Leaf Pattern

Wavy Green Striped Barkcloth with Tropical Banana Leaf Pattern

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautiful vintage mid century fabric is a 100% cotton barkcloth. Barkcloth is a textured printed woven fabric.

Category

1950s American Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Cotton

Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum
Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum

Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This framed crane barkcloth fabric sample, produced by the Spectrum company around 1949, served as a showcase of mid-century design aesthetics.

Category

1940s American Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Paper

Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum
Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum

Restored Vintage 1949 Rattan Framed Crane Barkcloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This framed crane barkcloth fabric sample, produced by the Spectrum company around 1949, served as a showcase of mid-century design aesthetics.

Category

1940s Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Graphic Polynesian Tiki Barkcloth Sleeveless Maxi Dress w Neck Sash – M, 1960s
Graphic Polynesian Tiki Barkcloth Sleeveless Maxi Dress w Neck Sash – M, 1960s

Graphic Polynesian Tiki Barkcloth Sleeveless Maxi Dress w Neck Sash – M, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Rear zipper closure; unlined. fabric: cotton barkcloth noteworthy: may be gently hand or machine washed in cool water, or dry clean alterations: none condition: excellent measur...

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1960s Polynesian Vintage Barkcloth

Tapa (barkcloth) by the Mbuti of the Republic of the Congo, Africa / Tapestry
Tapa (barkcloth) by the Mbuti of the Republic of the Congo, Africa / Tapestry

Tapa (barkcloth) by the Mbuti of the Republic of the Congo, Africa / Tapestry

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is tapa (bark cloth) made by the Mbuti people, also known as pygmies, an indigenous people who live in the Ituri Forest, which stretches from northeastern Democratic Republic of...

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20th Century Congolese Other Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Wood

Papua new Guinea Decorative Tapa Oceanic Asian Tribal Art
Papua new Guinea Decorative Tapa Oceanic Asian Tribal Art

Papua new Guinea Decorative Tapa Oceanic Asian Tribal Art

Located in London, GB

Vintage Papua New Guinea Tribal Tapa Cloth A striking vintage tapa cloth from Papua New Guinea, handcrafted from natural barkcloth and decorated with traditional tribal motifs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Papua New Guinean Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Rattan

Restored 1949 Rattan Framed Square Crane Bark Cloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum
Restored 1949 Rattan Framed Square Crane Bark Cloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum

Restored 1949 Rattan Framed Square Crane Bark Cloth Fabric Sample by Spectrum

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This framed crane barkcloth fabric sample, produced by the Spectrum company around 1949, served as a showcase of mid-century design aesthetics.

Category

1940s American Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Fabric

Ficks Reed Three Strand Rattan "Angles" Lounge Chair
Ficks Reed Three Strand Rattan "Angles" Lounge Chair

Ficks Reed Three Strand Rattan "Angles" Lounge Chair

By Ficks Reed

Located in Highland, IN

It would look stellar in a tropical tapa print, a terrific Tiki fabric, or beautiful vintage Hawaiian barkcloth (shown in the photos as an example). Also available is a matching si...

Category

1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Tribal Style 12 Ft Polynesian Tapa Bark Cloth from Tonga
Tribal Style 12 Ft Polynesian Tapa Bark Cloth from Tonga

Tribal Style 12 Ft Polynesian Tapa Bark Cloth from Tonga

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Large tribal style Polynesian tapa or barkcloth from the South Pacific Island nation of Tonga.

Category

20th Century Tongan Tribal Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Wood

Rare MCM Stepped Rattan Sofa Chair Ottoman Livingroom Set w/ Built in End tables
Rare MCM Stepped Rattan Sofa Chair Ottoman Livingroom Set w/ Built in End tables

Rare MCM Stepped Rattan Sofa Chair Ottoman Livingroom Set w/ Built in End tables

By James Mont

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Each cushion features a floral pattern on a barkcloth upholstery fabric. This coastal set blends vintage charm with modern comfort.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Rattan

20th Century Bark Cloth Painting, Mbuti People, D.R. Congo
20th Century Bark Cloth Painting, Mbuti People, D.R. Congo

20th Century Bark Cloth Painting, Mbuti People, D.R. Congo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

R. Congo A wonderful barkcloth from the Mbuti people in the Ituri forest of northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Category

1970s Congolese Tribal Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Natural Fiber

Framed Samoan Tapa Cloth
Framed Samoan Tapa Cloth

Framed Samoan Tapa Cloth

Located in Highland, IN

This striking piece of Samoan Tapa cloth speaks to the history of the South Pacific islanders who have made these beautiful barkcloth artworks for generations and with it's repeating...

Category

1980s American Samoan Organic Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Natural Fiber, Wood

Restored Mid-century Rattan & Wicker Triple Arched Vanity Stool w/ Palm Fabric
Restored Mid-century Rattan & Wicker Triple Arched Vanity Stool w/ Palm Fabric

Restored Mid-century Rattan & Wicker Triple Arched Vanity Stool w/ Palm Fabric

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautifully Paul Frankl-inspired rattan footstool/vanity Stool is adorned with palm leaf print barkcloth upholstery and rattan arched legs. The stool features a triple-strand ra...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Rattan

20th Century Bark Cloth Painting, Mbuti 'Efe' People, D.R. Congo
20th Century Bark Cloth Painting, Mbuti 'Efe' People, D.R. Congo

20th Century Bark Cloth Painting, Mbuti 'Efe' People, D.R. Congo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

R. Congo A painted barkcloth from the Efe people in the Ituri forest of northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Category

1970s Congolese Tribal Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Natural Fiber

Restored 2-Strand Arch Base Rattan Bar Stools w/ Armrest, Set of 3
Restored 2-Strand Arch Base Rattan Bar Stools w/ Armrest, Set of 3

Restored 2-Strand Arch Base Rattan Bar Stools w/ Armrest, Set of 3

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Featuring a warm natural finish, gracefully curved armrests, and supportive palm leaf barkcloth upholstered seats they make a perfect match for any bar or kitchen island.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Restored Vintage 1940's Five-Strand Square Pretzel Four-Seat Sectional Sofa
Restored Vintage 1940's Five-Strand Square Pretzel Four-Seat Sectional Sofa

Restored Vintage 1940's Five-Strand Square Pretzel Four-Seat Sectional Sofa

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The seats are covered in palm leaf pattern barkcloth cushions. Measures: Sofa: 29" tall x 93" wide x 36" deep, seat height 15 Custom cushions C.O.M.

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Rattan

Restored Rattan 6 Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Restored Rattan 6 Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair Livingroom Set

Restored Rattan 6 Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair Livingroom Set

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Restored rattan 6-Strand square pretzel lounge chair with black tropical barkcloth cushions with matching stacked rattan ottoman and 2-tier stacked side table with Mahogany tops.

Category

1950s Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Rare Restored Double Tear Drop Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair Sofa Livingroom Set
Rare Restored Double Tear Drop Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair Sofa Livingroom Set

Rare Restored Double Tear Drop Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair Sofa Livingroom Set

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The seats are covered in palm-leaf patterned barkcloth cushions. To complement this seating set is a vintage rattan coffee table and 2 side tables with a stacked base, stylized cuto...

Category

1950s American Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Rattan

Restored Six-Strand Square Stacked Rattan Lounge Sofa Living room Set
Restored Six-Strand Square Stacked Rattan Lounge Sofa Living room Set

Restored Six-Strand Square Stacked Rattan Lounge Sofa Living room Set

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The seats are covered in palm-leaf patterned barkcloth cushions. To complement this seating set is a vintage rattan coffee table and 2 side tables with a stacked base, stylized cuto...

Category

1940s American Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Rattan

Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of Six
Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of Six

Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of Six

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Each chair features a three-pole rattan "Speed" back seat back with the original barkcloth seat. Restored to new for you. We only purchase and sell the best and finest rattan furni...

Category

1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Rattan

Signed " Rattan Furniture " First Edition Coffee Table Book by Harvey Schwartz
Signed " Rattan Furniture " First Edition Coffee Table Book by Harvey Schwartz

Signed " Rattan Furniture " First Edition Coffee Table Book by Harvey Schwartz

By Harvey Schwartz

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Harvey Schwartz identifies the finest pieces and explains what to look for in the market place. Beautiful floral barkcloth cushion covers and tropical scenes in prints and paintings ...

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Paper

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Lounge Chair by Russel Wright
Lounge Chair by Russel Wright

Lounge Chair by Russel Wright

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H 30.5 in W 27 in D 35.5 in

Lounge Chair by Russel Wright

By Conant Ball, Russel Wright

Located in Providence, RI

Chair is pictured with the barkcloth pattern up, the barkcloth pattern down, as well as with a slip cover over them.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Maple

Vintage 1960s fabric
Vintage 1960s fabric

Vintage 1960s fabric

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage 60s Barkcloth fabric in bright, tropical colors. 2 Yards 8 inches x 45 inches.

Category

1960s American Vintage Barkcloth

1950s Hawaiian Printed Petal Pushers
1950s Hawaiian Printed Petal Pushers

1950s Hawaiian Printed Petal Pushers

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s petit petal pusher pants featuring a multi-shade of brown Hawaiian/geometric print on barkcloth. There are double pickets in the front and the back has a centered metal zipper ...

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1950s Vintage Barkcloth

90s Moschino Lightweight Nude Floral Print Coat
90s Moschino Lightweight Nude Floral Print Coat

90s Moschino Lightweight Nude Floral Print Coat

By Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

New with tags in nude tone with barkcloth floral panels. Faceted metal buttons and hook and eye closures down front.

Category

1990s Italian Vintage Barkcloth

Long Kuba Barkcloth
Long Kuba Barkcloth

Long Kuba Barkcloth

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H 204 in W 26 in D 0.5 in

Long Kuba Barkcloth

Located in Southampton, NY

Long kuba barkcloth These special wraps were worn outside, or on top of, the long dance dresses for added decoration and prestige.

Category

Mid-20th Century Congolese Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Raffia

Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century
Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

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H 29.5 in W 18 in D 0.13 in

Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Like red, the color was associated with barkcloths designed for girls' coming of age ceremonies.

Category

Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Natural Fiber

Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century
Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

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H 34.5 in W 13 in D 0.13 in

Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Mbuti painting on Bark Cloth Ituri Forest, DR Congo 20th century 34.75 x 12 ins. 87 x 30.5 cm The eccentric biomorphic and linear geometries of Mbuti bark cloths, painted by women,...

Category

1960s Congolese Tribal Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Natural Fiber

Vintage Mid-Century Green Barkcloth with Gold Speckles
Vintage Mid-Century Green Barkcloth with Gold Speckles

Vintage Mid-Century Green Barkcloth with Gold Speckles

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautiful fabric is a 100% cotton barkcloth. Barkcloth is a textured printed woven fabric.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Cotton

Vintage Mid-Century Green Barkcloth with Gold Speckles
Vintage Mid-Century Green Barkcloth with Gold Speckles

Vintage Mid-Century Green Barkcloth with Gold Speckles

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautiful fabric is a 100% cotton barkcloth. Barkcloth is a textured printed woven fabric.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Cotton

Quality Wicker Single Cushion Settee with Barkcloth Upholstery
Quality Wicker Single Cushion Settee with Barkcloth Upholstery

Quality Wicker Single Cushion Settee with Barkcloth Upholstery

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Quality wicker single cushion settee. Cushion is barkcloth, tan with black piping fitted over cane seat.

Category

20th Century Country Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Vintage Mid-Century Rust Colored Barkcloth with Gold Speckles
Vintage Mid-Century Rust Colored Barkcloth with Gold Speckles

Vintage Mid-Century Rust Colored Barkcloth with Gold Speckles

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautiful fabric is a 100% cotton barkcloth. Barkcloth is a textured printed woven fabric.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Cotton

Vintage Mid Century Red Barkcloth with Tropical Palm Leaf Design
Vintage Mid Century Red Barkcloth with Tropical Palm Leaf Design

Vintage Mid Century Red Barkcloth with Tropical Palm Leaf Design

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautiful fabric is a 100% cotton barkcloth. Barkcloth is a textured printed woven fabric.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Cotton

Modern Nine-Strand Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool w/ Barkcloth Cushion
Modern Nine-Strand Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool w/ Barkcloth Cushion

Modern Nine-Strand Stacked Rattan Ottoman Stool w/ Barkcloth Cushion

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Harvey's Collection features a newly made Mid-Century stacked rattan ottoman. This ottoman features a stacked 9-strand base with stick rattan accents. Ottoman: 24" wide, 24" deep, 1...

Category

1990s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Barkcloth

Materials

Rattan

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Vintage Barkcloth For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage barkcloth for your home. Frequently made of fabric, cotton and natural fiber, every vintage barkcloth was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the vintage barkcloth you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage barkcloth made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made vintage barkcloth has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Atelier Lam, antique textiles galleries and John Salterini are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Barkcloth?

Prices for a vintage barkcloth start at $125 and top out at $3,600 with the average selling for $488.