Filipino furniture designer Betty Cobonpue has since the 1980s created imaginative contemporary pieces, including her now-famous sculptural furniture made from laminated rattan vines, a technique she pioneered and for which her Scultura collection achieved renown.
Cobonpue studied interior and industrial design in New York before returning to Cebu in the Philippines. While she worked as an interior designer in New York for a short time, furniture design proved to be her overarching passion. By 1971, frustrated by multiple companies and designers copying her work, Cobonpue set up shop with a handful of carpenters in her backyard in Cebu to have full control over her products.
She was particularly inspired by the shape of a Chinese barrel and, with the help of her best carpenter, created a ribbon-like sash. Cobonpue’s designs follow a “no hard-edge” philosophy started by that first rattan ribbon. Every piece flows and contours around itself, giving each lounge chair a sense of inviting comfort and each center table a reinforced sturdiness.
Cobonpue passed on her company to her son, furniture designer Kenneth Cobonpue. The pair continue to collaborate on projects that are in demand with collectors for their distinctive shapes and inviting materials.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Betty Cobonpue building and garden elements, seating, tables and more.
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$3,250 / set
H 26 in W 30 in D 24 in
Pair of Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Low Lounge Chairs
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Low Lounge Chairs. In good condition with some reed losses at the base of chairs.
Reed
$26,500 / set
H 29 in W 30.25 in D 38.5 in
Extraordinary Pair of Art Deco Style Loungers by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of rare lounge chairs is unique on the market. They are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professional...
Rattan
Betty Cobonpue Mid Century Rattan Credenza
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Betty Cobonpue Mid Century Rattan Credenza This credenza measures: 69.5 wide x 19.25 deep x 31.5 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Minor Discoloration on Top Surface. Doors are...
Rattan
$16,500
H 29 in W 43 in D 22.5 in
Captivating Art Nouveau Influenced Rattan Palm Frond Console by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent console table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation read...
Rattan, Mahogany
Betty Cobonpue Large Pencil Reed Wall Mirror in Silver Leaf Finish
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Betty Cobonpue large pencil reed wall mirror in silver leaf finish. Wide ribbon style in gorgeous silver leaf finish. Very rare finish of this designer. Add some chic style to your d...
Rattan, Mirror
$3,374
H 49.61 in W 31.5 in D 3.94 in
Unique Sculptural Mirror by Betty Cobonpue – “Sculptura” Collection
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Sculptural Mirror by Betty Cobonpue – “Scultura” Collection (matching console available separately) A striking sculptural wall mirror from the iconic Scultura collection by Fil...
Rattan, Mirror, Wood
Breathtaking Trompe L'oiel Dining or Center Table Base by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Tromp L'oiel style dining or center table by the visionary Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning ribbon detail over solid mahogany construction...
Rattan, Mahogany
$4,050 / set
H 38.5 in W 25.5 in D 71 in
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Chaise Lounges, Pair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of sculptural organic modern split reed rattan chaise lounges By Betty Cobonpue 1980s Measures: 25.5"W x 71"D x 38.5"H. Seat height: 12". Very good origin...
Rattan, Reed
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| $15,000 |
Average sold price of items in the past 12 months |
| $15,000-$15,000 |
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