Is rattan better than wicker?

No, rattan isn't better than wicker — they're not interchangeable terms. The use of rattan stretches from prehistory to IKEA . To clarify, rattan is not bamboo , which is a rigid, hollow reed . Stalks of rattan 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. Wicker and rattan tend to get a bit of a bad rap , but they can actually mingle with a wide range of styles — when done the right way.Find vintage rattan chairs , dressers , stools and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Is rattan a wicker or bamboo?

Wicker is the finished woven product that can be made of either rattan or bamboo. Bamboo is an incredibly solid grass that is difficult to bend while rattan is a vine that’s much easier to manipulate. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is better: rattan or wicker?

There is no clear-cut answer to the question of what's better when it comes to rattan or wicker. In terms of strength, rattan generally comes out on top. However, the craftsmanship will also impact how long a rattan or wicker piece will last. Some people prefer rattan because it has a more natural appearance, but others prize the more uniform look of woven wicker. Also, rattan furniture tends to be pricier than wicker. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of rattan and wicker furniture.

Is resin wicker the same as rattan?

No, resin wicker is not the same as rattan. Rattan is a natural vine that can be woven into wicker to produce baskets, furniture and other pieces. Resin wicker is a synthetic material often used to construct outdoor furniture due to its weather resistant properties. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of rattan pieces.

What is the difference between wicker and rattan furniture?

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.

What is the difference between rattan and wicker chairs?

The difference between rattan and wicker is that one is a material, and the other is a crafting technique. Wicker is a method of weaving together thin, slightly rigid elements together. Rattan is one material used to make wicker. It is a slightly flexible, wood-like substance that comes from one of hundreds of species of climbing vines from the Calamoideae subfamily. Artisans also produce wicker out of other materials, such as reeds, bamboo, willow and resin polymers. Explore a wide range of rattan and wicker furniture on 1stDibs.

Is wicker or rattan better for outdoor furniture?

Whether wicker or rattan is better for outdoor furniture depends on whether you're referring to natural or synthetic wicker. Both natural wicker and rattan can become damaged when exposed to the elements. However, experts state that synthetic rattan may be slightly more durable than natural wicker. Synthetic or all-weather wicker made of resin is weather-resistant, so this type of wicker may outlast both natural rattan and wicker. Explore a wide range of outdoor furniture on 1stDibs.

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Mid Century Spanish Wicker and Rattan Pendant Light, 18\" Diameter

$1,300

Mid Century Spanish Wicker and Rattan Pendant Light, 18\" Diameter

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-786 mid century Spanish wicker and rattan pendant Takes one 100 watt Edison based bulb Pendant 18" diameter x 10" tall Supplied with2 feet chain and canopy Rewired.

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Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker, Blown Glass

Austrian Rattan Wicker Pendant, 1950s

$1,645

Austrian Rattan Wicker Pendant, 1950s

By Josef Frank, J.T. Kalmar

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This beautiful handcrafted pendant was designed and manufactured in Austria in the 1950s to 1960s. It features a large rattan lampshade with light brown silk cord and brass canopy. T...

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Midcentury French Rattan Wicker Pendant, 1960s

$2,115

Midcentury French Rattan Wicker Pendant, 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This beautiful handcrafted Louis Sognot style pendant was designed and manufactured in France in the 1960s. It features a large rattan lampshade, light brown silk cord and an off-whi...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Midcentury French Rattan Wicker Pendant, 1960s

$2,115

Midcentury French Rattan Wicker Pendant, 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This beautiful handcrafted Louis Sognot style pendant was designed and manufactured in France in the 1960s. It features a large rattan lampshade, light brown silk cord and an off-whi...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Italian Midcentury Rattan Wicker Pendant Light / Lantern

$2,280

Italian Midcentury Rattan Wicker Pendant Light / Lantern

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-century Modern Rattan Woven Wicker Pendant Lamp / Hanging Light Beautiful Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan pendant lamp / lantern, Italy, 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Rattan Wicker Pagoda Pendant Light or Lantern

$2,321

Rattan Wicker Pagoda Pendant Light or Lantern

Located in Barcelona, ES

Rattan and Wicker wire pagoda shaped pendant or chandelier, France, 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire

Midcentury Chandelier Pendant in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

$2,468

Midcentury Chandelier Pendant in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing chandelier pendant in bamboo, rattan and wicker featuring four lights.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood

Spanish Globe Pendant Hanging Light in Rattan and Wicker, 1950s

$2,227

Spanish Globe Pendant Hanging Light in Rattan and Wicker, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

This suspension lamp is entirely handcrafted with rattan, bamboo and wicker. The ball shaped shade hang from a chain with round rattan links that can be shortened to adjust them to t...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Drum Pendant Light / Lantern in Rattan and Wicker Weave, 1960

$2,606

Drum Pendant Light / Lantern in Rattan and Wicker Weave, 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish 1960s Mid-Century Modern bamboo and wicker wire pendant lamp or lantern. This stunning suspension lamp features a woven wicker drum shaped lampshade with triple bamboo sticks...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Paper

Spanish Handwoven Wicker Rattan Globe Pendant Light / Lantern

$2,239

Spanish Handwoven Wicker Rattan Globe Pendant Light / Lantern

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large Globe Pendant Lamp, Wicker, Rattan Eye-catching handcrafted braided rattan / wicker pendant hanging lamp.

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Rattan and Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Conic Pendant / Hanging Light, 1960s

$2,291

Rattan and Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Conic Pendant / Hanging Light, 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan conical shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Louis Sognot Pendant Chandelier in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, France 1960s

$1,057

Louis Sognot Pendant Chandelier in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, France 1960s

By Louis Sognot

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century French Riviera style pendant fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Midcentury French Riviera Round Pendant in Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1970s

$1,175

Midcentury French Riviera Round Pendant in Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Lovely round pendant in bamboo and rattan with Vienna straw wicker shade.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Straw, Rattan

Louis Sognot Pendant Chandelier in Rattan, Wicker and Rope, France 1960s

$1,069

Louis Sognot Pendant Chandelier in Rattan, Wicker and Rope, France 1960s

By Louis Sognot

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning Mid-Century French Riviera–style pendant fully made of curved rattan and hand-woven wicker, completed with a rope cord.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Rope

French Rattan Wicker Cylinder Pendant Light / Lantern, 1950s

$1,786Sale Price|20% Off

French Rattan Wicker Cylinder Pendant Light / Lantern, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

French Modernist Rattan Pendant Lamp or Lantern. France, 1950s-1960s A cool handcrafted rattan drum shaped ceiling suspension lamp with wicker details to difusse the lightt.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Rattan and Wicker Wire Ball Shaped Pendant Hanging Light, Italy 1950s

$2,059Sale Price|20% Off

Rattan and Wicker Wire Ball Shaped Pendant Hanging Light, Italy 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modernist woven wicker wire and rattan pendant lamp / lantern, Italy, 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire, Brass

Italian Wicker Wire and Rattan Pendant Hanging Light 1950's

$975

Italian Wicker Wire and Rattan Pendant Hanging Light 1950's

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1789 Beautiful MCM Wover wicker and pendant lamp lantern Italy 1950's Rewired takes one 100 watt Edison based bulb Supplied with 3 feet brass chain and canopy

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Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Spanish Hand-Woven UFO Pendant Light in Rattan and Wicker, 1960

$1,875Sale Price|20% Off

Spanish Hand-Woven UFO Pendant Light in Rattan and Wicker, 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching handcrafted braided rattan / wicker pendant hanging lamp. Spain, 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Modernist Rattan and Wicker Wire Pagoda Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s

$2,487

Italian Modernist Rattan and Wicker Wire Pagoda Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern woven wicker and rattan pagoda shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire

Burnt Bamboo Rattan and Wicker Pendant Swag Light with Glass Diffuser

$1,200

Burnt Bamboo Rattan and Wicker Pendant Swag Light with Glass Diffuser

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Mid Century Modern bamboo and wicker woven pendant lamp or chandelier features trapezoid structure of burnt or tortoiseshell bamboo with geometric rattan weave forming the sides of t...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy

$2,174

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in Italy, 1960s. The lamp can be adjusted up to 45cm height. Executed in rattan and w...

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Wicker, Rattan

Spanish Modernist UFO Pendant Light in Wicker Weave and Rattan, 1960's

$2,762

Spanish Modernist UFO Pendant Light in Wicker Weave and Rattan, 1960's

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching handcrafted rattan / woven wicker ufo pendant hanging lamp. Spain, 1960s.

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Italian Modernist Rattan & Wicker Wire Pendant Hanging Light, 1950s

$2,262

Italian Modernist Rattan & Wicker Wire Pendant Hanging Light, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-century Modern Rattan Woven Wicker Pendant Light Beautiful Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan pendant lamp / lantern, Italy, 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire

Midcentury Spanish Botanical Rattan Wicker Pendant, 1950s

$1,292

Midcentury Spanish Botanical Rattan Wicker Pendant, 1950s

By Franco Albini

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This beautiful handcrafted pendant was designed and manufactured in Spain in the 1950s to 1960s. It features a rattan lampshade with brass chain, silk cord and an off-white linen cov...

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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Fabric, Linen, Rattan

Midcentury Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1960s

$1,175

Midcentury Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful handcrafted chandelier in rattan and wicker with chain in rattan. Made in Italy in the 1960s. It will be gorgeous hanging over a kitchen's table or dining area...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Straw, Rattan

Spanish Modern Rattan & Wicker Wire Trapezoid Pendant Hanging Light

$2,174

Spanish Modern Rattan & Wicker Wire Trapezoid Pendant Hanging Light

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern Woven Cannage and Rattan Pendant Lamp / Chandelier. Spain, 1960s This beautiful suspension lamp features a trapezoid rattan structure with wicker wire panels.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Rattan Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s

$2,262

Rattan Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan lantern or pendant ceiling lamp, Italy, 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Black Painted Rattan Wicker Pagoda Shaped Pendant Light / Lantern

$2,256

Black Painted Rattan Wicker Pagoda Shaped Pendant Light / Lantern

Located in Barcelona, ES

Rattan and Wicker wire pagoda shaped pendant / chandelier patinated in black, France, 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Rattan Wicker Weave Concentric Cylinder Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s

$2,831

Rattan Wicker Weave Concentric Cylinder Pendant Hanging Light, 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching Mid-Century Modern cylinder rattan lantern or pendant ceiling lamp, Italy, 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Spanish Modernist Woven Wicker Rattan Palm Pendant Light, 1960s

$2,526

Spanish Modernist Woven Wicker Rattan Palm Pendant Light, 1960s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Elegant handcrafted bamboo and rattan / wicker weave flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp, Spain, 1960s.

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rattan, Wicker, Paper

Italian Modernist Wicker Wire Rattan Globe Pendant Hanging Light

$2,487

Italian Modernist Wicker Wire Rattan Globe Pendant Hanging Light

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid-Century Modern woven wicker and rattan globe shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Large Drum Pendant Light or Lantern in Rattan and Wicker Weave, 1960's

$2,820

Large Drum Pendant Light or Lantern in Rattan and Wicker Weave, 1960's

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish 1960s Mid-Century Modern rattan and wicker wire pendant lamp or lantern. Handcrafted in Spain.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Spanish Modernist Woven Wicker Rattan Palm Pendant Light / Lantern, 1960

$2,547

Spanish Modernist Woven Wicker Rattan Palm Pendant Light / Lantern, 1960

Located in Barcelona, ES

Elegant handcrafted bamboo and rattan / wicker weave flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp, Spain, 1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker, Rattan

Pair of Italian Modernist Rattan & Wicker Wire Pendant Hanging Lights

$4,525 / set

Pair of Italian Modernist Rattan & Wicker Wire Pendant Hanging Lights

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pair of Mid-century Modern Rattan Woven Wicker Pendant Lights Beautiful Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan pendant lamps / lanterns, Italy, 1950s-1960s.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire

Pair of Spanish Rattan & Wicker Wire Trapezoid Pendants / Hanging Lights

$3,781Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Spanish Rattan & Wicker Wire Trapezoid Pendants / Hanging Lights

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pair of Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan trapezoid shaped pendants / chandeliers.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker and Wood Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy

$1,116 / item

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker and Wood Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker and Wood Pendant Lamp, 1960s Italy The lamp can be adjusted up to 65cm height.

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Fish Wicker Rattan Pendant Lamp, 1960s

$2,820

Mid-Century Modern Fish Wicker Rattan Pendant Lamp, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Fish pendant lamp made of wicker. A wonderfully playful design. A lamp with character, literally. The wicker body of the lamp forms a fish body with its mouth wide open. Inside is a...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker, Plastic

Mid-Century Wicker And Rattan Chandelier Italian Design 1960s

$366Sale Price|58% Off

Mid-Century Wicker And Rattan Chandelier Italian Design 1960s

Located in Palermo, IT

Mid-Century wicker and rattan chandelier, Italian design 1960s E27 lamp, intact and in good condition. Diameter 42 cm, height 33 cm (103 cm with the chain).

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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker, Rattan

Large Rattan Wicker Wire Pagoda Pendant / Hanging Light, Patinated in White

$3,467

Large Rattan Wicker Wire Pagoda Pendant / Hanging Light, Patinated in White

Located in Barcelona, ES

Rattan and Wicker wire pagoda shaped pendant or chandelier in white patina.

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1960s

$822

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful handcrafted chandelier in rattan and wicker with chain in rattan. Made in Italy in the 1960s. It will be gorgeous hanging over a kitchen's table or dining ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Pair of Italian Modernist Wicker Wire Rattan Globe Pendants / Hanging Lights

$4,975 / set

Pair of Italian Modernist Wicker Wire Rattan Globe Pendants / Hanging Lights

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pair of Mid-Century Modern woven wicker and rattan globe shaped lantern or pendant ceiling lamp.

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Midcenturyt Wicker Weave Bamboo Rattan Pendant or Bell Lantern, France, 1960s

$1,739

Midcenturyt Wicker Weave Bamboo Rattan Pendant or Bell Lantern, France, 1960s

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

A lovely bamboo and rattan bell shaped pendant by Louis Sognot, France, 1960s.

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Pendent, Italy 1960s

$881

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Pendent, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Wonderful pendant rattan and wicker chandelier in the French Riviera style.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1970s

$822

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Wonderful pendant rattan and wicker chandelier in the French Riviera style.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Straw, Cane, Rattan

Organic Wicker Rattan Globe Pendant or Hanging Light, 1950s

$1,234

Organic Wicker Rattan Globe Pendant or Hanging Light, 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Natural organic woven wicker and bamboo large globe pendant hanging light 1950s.The beautiful suspension lamp features a bamboo and wicker wire. The pendant lamp will be a nice addit...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Cotton, Rattan

Midcentury Chandelier "Lantern" in Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

$1,116

Midcentury Chandelier "Lantern" in Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful handcrafted chandelier "lantern" in rattan and wicker with chain in rattan. Made in Italy in the 1960s. It will be gorgeous hanging over a kitchen's table o...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

$999

Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful hand-crafted chandelier in rattan and wicker with chain with round rattan links which can be shortened to adjust it to the desired height. Made in Italy in th...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

$1,234

Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful hand-crafted chandelier in rattan and wicker with chain with round rattan links which can be shortened to adjust it to the desired height. Made in Italy in the ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

$1,527

Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful hand-crafted chandelier in rattan and wicker with chain with round rattan links which can be shortened to adjust it to the desired height. Made in Italy in th...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Straw, Rattan

Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

$1,175

Midcentury French Riviera Chandelier Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful hand-crafted chandelier in rattan and wicker with chain with round rattan links which can be shortened to adjust it to the desired height. Made in Italy in the ...

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Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy

$1,939

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Light, 1960s Italy

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp. Designed and manufactured probably in Italy, 1960s. The lamp can be adjusted up to 50cm height. Executed in rattan and w...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker

Midcentury French Riviera Chapel Rattan and Wicker Italian Chandelier, 1960s

$1,645

Midcentury French Riviera Chapel Rattan and Wicker Italian Chandelier, 1960s

Located in Roma, IT

Marvellous rattan and wicker pendant chandelier in French Riviera style.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Straw, Rattan

Mid-Century Made, Rare Design Organic Rattan & Woven Wicker Pendant Light c.1970

$1,821

Mid-Century Made, Rare Design Organic Rattan & Woven Wicker Pendant Light c.1970

Located in Lisse, NL

Wonderful design and natural materials only, hanging light fixture. This shaped and all handcrafted from organic materials pendant is ideal for a Mid-Century Modern interior, but i...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire

Bamboo Rattan Three-Arm Chandelier with Wicker Conical Lampshades

$4,995

Bamboo Rattan Three-Arm Chandelier with Wicker Conical Lampshades

Located in Barcelona, ES

Large Chandelier in Rattan, Italy, 1950s Mid-Century Modern bamboo chandelier with Rattan or Wicker Weave Lampshades.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wire

Bamboo and Rattan Lantern Chandelier Pendant, Italy, 1960s

$705

Bamboo and Rattan Lantern Chandelier Pendant, Italy, 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Chandelier pendant lantern shaped in bamboo and rattan. Made in Italy, circa 1960.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Chandelier Pendant, Bamboo Rattan and Rope, Italy, 1960s

$705

Chandelier Pendant, Bamboo Rattan and Rope, Italy, 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Chandelier in a bamboo rattan structure and cane rope elliptical removable lampshade, with a chain rattan pendant. A typical piece of Italian 1960s design.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Rope

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Chandelier Pendant, Italy 1960s

$1,175

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Chandelier Pendant, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful handcrafted chandelier in rattan and bamboo with chain in rattan. Made in Italy in the 1960s. It will be gorgeous hanging over a kitchen's table or dining ar...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wicker And Rattan Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal wicker and rattan pendant for your home. Each wicker and rattan pendant for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using natural fiber, rattan and wicker. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer wicker and rattan pendant, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A wicker and rattan pendant made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made wicker and rattan pendant over the years, but those crafted by Mario Lopez Torres are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Wicker And Rattan Pendant?

A wicker and rattan pendant can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,207, while the lowest priced sells for $564 and the highest can go for as much as $6,945.

Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.

While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.

The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)

Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.

Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.

Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.

For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.

The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.

With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.

Questions About Wicker And Rattan Pendant

Is rattan better than wicker?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 5, 2024
No, rattan isn't better than wicker — they're not interchangeable terms. The use of rattan stretches from prehistory to IKEA. To clarify, rattan is not bamboo, which is a rigid, hollow reed. Stalks of rattan 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. Wicker and rattan tend to get a bit of a bad rap, but they can actually mingle with a wide range of styles — when done the right way.

Find vintage rattan chairs, dressers, stools and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Is rattan a wicker or bamboo?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Wicker is the finished woven product that can be made of either rattan or bamboo. Bamboo is an incredibly solid grass that is difficult to bend while rattan is a vine that’s much easier to manipulate. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is better: rattan or wicker?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
There is no clear-cut answer to the question of what's better when it comes to rattan or wicker. In terms of strength, rattan generally comes out on top. However, the craftsmanship will also impact how long a rattan or wicker piece will last. Some people prefer rattan because it has a more natural appearance, but others prize the more uniform look of woven wicker. Also, rattan furniture tends to be pricier than wicker. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of rattan and wicker furniture.
Is resin wicker the same as rattan?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
No, resin wicker is not the same as rattan. Rattan is a natural vine that can be woven into wicker to produce baskets, furniture and other pieces. Resin wicker is a synthetic material often used to construct outdoor furniture due to its weather resistant properties. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of rattan pieces.
What is the difference between wicker and rattan furniture?
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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.
What is the difference between rattan and wicker chairs?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between rattan and wicker is that one is a material, and the other is a crafting technique. Wicker is a method of weaving together thin, slightly rigid elements together. Rattan is one material used to make wicker. It is a slightly flexible, wood-like substance that comes from one of hundreds of species of climbing vines from the Calamoideae subfamily. Artisans also produce wicker out of other materials, such as reeds, bamboo, willow and resin polymers. Explore a wide range of rattan and wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
Is wicker or rattan better for outdoor furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
Whether wicker or rattan is better for outdoor furniture depends on whether you're referring to natural or synthetic wicker. Both natural wicker and rattan can become damaged when exposed to the elements. However, experts state that synthetic rattan may be slightly more durable than natural wicker. Synthetic or all-weather wicker made of resin is weather-resistant, so this type of wicker may outlast both natural rattan and wicker. Explore a wide range of outdoor furniture on 1stDibs.

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