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.
$2,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chairs, Pair, C.1980
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
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Chaise Lounge
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous sculptural Organic Modern split reed rattan chaise lounge In the manner of Gabriella Crespi By Betty Cobonpue Circa 1980s Measures: 24"W x 68.5"D x 40"H. Seat height: ...
Rattan, Reed
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
Fabulous Coastal Modern Pair Betty Cobonpue Barrel Back Wicker Lounge Chairs
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Coastal Modern pair of signed Betty Cobonpue wicker barrel back lounge chairs. These are very rare and hardly ever seen for sale in the marketplace. Betty Cobonpue, create...
Wicker, Wood
Majestic Restored Rattan Emperors Seat by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Emperors seat by the wickedly Talented Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning detail over solid mahogany constructi...
Rattan, Mahogany
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 Circa 1980s Measures: 23.75" W x 77" D x 33" H. Seat height: 13". Very goo...
Rattan
Extraordinary Set of 14 Trompe L'oiel Arm Dining Chairs by Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Bamboo, Mahogany
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
Vintage Betty Cobonpue Scultura Rattan Chaise Lounge
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in St Petersburg, FL
1980's Betty Cobonpue Scultura chaise lounge chair. Pencil reed rattan wide chaise with scroll back and undulating sculptural designs that were Cobonpue's signature look. Cushions ar...
Rattan
Extraordinary Set of 8 Trompe L'oiel Dining Chairs by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Bamboo, Mahogany
Extraordinary Set of 12 Trompe L'oiel Dining Chairs by Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Bamboo, Mahogany
$1,400Sale Price|56% Off
H 36 in W 59 in D 30 in
Antique Split Reed Chaise Lounge, Hand-Crafted, 1930s, Vintage Style
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Antique split reed chaise lounge, 1930's.
Reed
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of barrel back lounge armchairs with chrome tube frames. Great size and shape, seat height is 18.75, very comfy with chrome in tip top shape. Upholstery is a ...
Chrome
$2,400 / set
H 42.5 in W 36.5 in D 38 in
1980s Sculptural Faux Bamboo Rattan Wing Lounge Chairs and Ottomans by Lane Pair
By Lane Furniture
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A striking pair of 1980s sculptural rattan wing lounge chairs with matching ottomans by Lane. Crafted in a faux bamboo form with gracefully curved silhouettes, these substantial loun...
Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Upholstery
$8,500 / set
H 28 in W 41.75 in D 37.5 in
Pair of Leather and Chromed Steel Art Deco Style Club Chairs
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We normally do not deal with items produced in the last 20 to 30 years, however this pair of leather and chromed steel art deco style club chairs are extremely high quality and have ...
Steel, Chrome
$2,800
H 34 in W 36 in D 36 in
Wicker Works by Peter Rocchia Italian Rattan Barrel Back Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Michael Taylor, Wicker Works
Located in Bensalem, PA
Woven and braided Italian rattan barrel back lounge chair and matching ottoman from The Wicker Works San Francisco CA By Peter Rocchia
Upholstery, Wicker
Vintage Braided Rattan Chaise Lounges - Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern chaise lounges showcases the natural beauty of braided rattan in a relaxed, low-slung form. Crafted entirely from rattan, each lounge features...
Rattan
$7,200 / set
H 33.47 in W 22.45 in D 26.78 in
Fritz Hansen, Pair of Danish Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
An amazing pair of Danish modern lounge chairs with armrests in oak, back and seat reupholstered in a brown velour which adds a soft and shiny texture to the overall aesthetic. The c...
Velvet, Oak
$6,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.5 in W 27.5 in D 35.5 in
Pair of Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Club Chair Ottoman, John Wisner Campaign Style
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair Ficks Reed rattan Campaign style lounge or club chairs plus one ottoman with interesting brass cap accents by John Wisner for the Far Horiz...
Upholstery, Rattan
Sculptural Lounge Chair Jaymar 1980s
By Jaymar
Located in Toronto, ON
Gorgeous pop art chair by Jaymar in a dark nylon like material. It's a blueish black fabric colour with slight prints/texturing on the fabric (see photos). This bold and modern chair...
Leather
Ficks Reed Rattan Lounge Chair & Ottoman, 1970's
By Ficks Reed
Located in Rochester, NY
Ficks Reed rattan large cube form lounge chair and matching ottoman in as found very nice original finish. Measures together - 58" w x 30" d x 30" h to top of back seat cushion of c...
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan, Reed, Foam, Wood
$16,900 / set
H 34 in W 23.75 in D 32.5 in
20th Century French Pair of Vintage Art Deco Tinted Birchwood Club Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A refined pair of vintage French Art Deco club chairs, handcrafted in Paris circa 1930. Expertly made with tinted birchwood frames, these classic lounge chairs showcase elegant Paris...
Linen, Upholstery, Beech, Fabric
Vintage Bamboo & Rattan Chaise Lounge
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage bamboo and rattan chaise lounge/divan. Good, sturdy condition with some wear due to normal age and use. No cushions included.
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Coastal McGuire Woven Rattan Chaise Lounge
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Indulge in unparalleled relaxation and iconic design with this vintage McGuire Woven Rattan Chaise Lounge, a true embodiment of timeless coastal elegance. Meticulously handcrafted, t...
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Rattan Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven rattan strap bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle wood...
Teak, Rattan
1970s Rattan Blue Chinoiserie Style Chaise Lounge
By Bielecky Brothers
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1970s with this exquisite rattan chaise lounge. The ultra rare chaise exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding desig...
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chair by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A gorgeous sculptural organic Post modern split reed rattan lounge chair with matching ottoman By Betty Cobonpue circa 1980 . This rare set includes the rounded "Scultura" looped fo...
Rattan
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H 35.44 in W 64.57 in D 33.86 in
Rare Vintage Sculptural Pencil Reed & Wood Sofa by Betty Cobonpue, Usa 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Hastings, GB
A rare sculptural pencil reed & wood sofa by Betty Cobonpue, USA 1980s. From her 'Scultura' range. There's not a bad angle on this beauty. Seat cushion has its original self-pattern...
Fabric, Cane, Reed, Wood
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H 34 in W 23 in D 52 in
Restored Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Betty Cobonp
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A gorgeous sculptural organic modern split reed rattan lounge chair with ottoman By Betty Cobonpue 1980's Chair measures: 23.5" W x 52" D x 33.5" H. Seat height: 18" Ottoman measures...
Rattan
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H 34 in W 22 in D 26 in
Betty Cobonpue Scultura Pencil Reed Rattan and Boucle Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Miami, FL
Set of four, 1980s bentwood pencil reed rattan and boucle dining chairs. These vintage chairs retain their original tags and are part of the Scultura li...
Rattan, Bentwood
Betty Cobonpue designed "Scultura" Chair, Matching Sofa Also Listed
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Houston, TX
This wonderful chair, made in the 80's, is in great condition showing the appropriate age wear on the original "bone wash" color. We have also posted a sofa of the same lineage. The ...
Rattan, Wood
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H 35 in W 86 in D 29 in
Betty Cobonpue designed "Scultura" Sofa, Also Posted - Coordinating Chair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Houston, TX
This wonderful piece, made in the 80's, is in great condition showing the appropriate age wear on the original "bone wash" color. We have also posted a chair of the same lineage. The...
Rattan, Wood
Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A gorgeous sculptural organic modern split reed rattan lounge chair with ottoman By Betty Cobonpue 1980's Chair measures: 23.5" W x 52...
Rattan
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of sculptural Organic Modern split reed rattan low lounge chairs By Betty Cobonpue Circa 1980s Measures: 32"W x 27"D x 25.5"H. Seat height 7.5". Arm height 18". V...
Rattan
Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A gorgeous sculptural organic modern split reed rattan lounge chair with ottoman By Betty Cobonpue 1980's Chair measures: 23.5" W x 52...
Rattan
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: 23.75"W x 77"D x 33"H. Seat height: 13". Very good origina...
Rattan, Reed
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H 30 in W 37 in D 41 in
Extraordinary Pair Trompe L'oiel Club Chairs by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of rare club chairs is unique on the World market. They are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the ...
Bamboo, Mahogany
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of sculptural organic modern split reed rattan low lounge chairs By Betty Cobonpue 1980s Measures: 30"W x 27.5"D x 26"H. Seat height 7.5". Arm height 18.5". ...
Rattan, Reed
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Chaise Lounge
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous sculptural organic modern split reed rattan chaise lounge By Betty Cobonpue 1980s Measures: 24.5" W x 69.25" D x 39" H. Seat height: 11.5". Very good original ...
Rattan, Reed
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H 33.5 in W 23.5 in D 52 in
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous sculptural organic modern split reed rattan lounge chair with ottoman By Betty Cobonpue 1980s Chair measures: 23.5" W x 52" D x 33.5" H. Seat height: 18". Ottoma...
Rattan, Reed
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H 33.5 in W 23.5 in D 52 in
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Lounge Chairs with Ottomans, Pair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of sculptural organic modern split reed rattan lounge chairs with ottomans By Betty Cobonpue 1980s Chairs measure: 23.5" W x 52" D x 33.5" H. Seat height: 18...
Rattan, Reed