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.
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
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
Extraordinary Trompe L'oiel Dining or Centre Table by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Tromp L'oiel style dining or center table by the wickedly Talented Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning ribbon detail over solid mahogany cons...
Rattan, Mahogany
$6,912
H 28.94 in Dm 47.25 in
Rare Large circa 1825 South German Biedermeier Walnut Dining or Centre Table
By Biedermeier
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning large Biedermeier south German round table circa 1825 A highly collectible and good lookin...
Walnut
Craftsman Made 1980s Pine Dining Table
By Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Nice round pine dining table. Most likely custom and handmade. Set of 4 matching chairs also available. Table is in good condition with some minimal marks from age and use. Chairs are in more used condition with more signs of wear and use, they also need reupholstery...
Pine
$16,748
H 29.53 in Dm 60.04 in
19th Century Irish Regency Centre / Dining Table By R. Strahan Of Dublin
By Robert Strahan
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb Irish Regency mahogany centre / dining table by Robert Strahan of Dublin, of circular form, the solid panel top , with reeded edge, turned cent...
Mahogany
Ebonized Mahogany Cane Top Asian Influence Console Table
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oriental Asian midcentury style carved base high quality craftsmanship console table with caned top.
Mahogany
Triangular Base Dining Table by Pace
By Leon Rosen
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist dining table by Leon Rosen Pace. The triangular glass and polished chrome pedestal base supports a 1/2" thick 42" diameter glass top, which creates a simple and elegant l...
Chrome
$7,177
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
1970s Italian 8-Seat Square White Carrera Marble Dining or Center Table
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Mario Bellini, Bernini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Monumental 1970s vintage Italian white Carrera marble dining table in Brutalist square format with single square leg, also in white Carrera...
Marble, Carrara Marble
French Art Nouveau Gilt Console Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French Art Nouveau giltwood console table circa 1900, a sculptural piece of furniture that expresses the artistry of the period when every aspect of interior design was an opportunit...
Marble
1970s Sculptural Chrome Dining Or Center Table
By Pace Furniture Company
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Modern sleek and sculptural chrome 1970s tubular dining or center table. This table is simply stunning. The photographs really capture its beauty. Curved chrome supports reflect and ...
Chrome
Striking Sculptural Octopus Gilt Bronze Center or Dining Table
Located in Rome, IT
Modern gilt bronze dining or center table in the shape of an octopus. The glass top can be custom-made on request. Dimensions of the sculpture is height 77 cm diameter 115 cm. Glas...
Bronze
$6,699Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.53 in W 45.67 in D 45.67 in
Dining Room Table by Jean Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois 1980s
By Jean Claude Mahey, Roche Bobois
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare and fine quality French design 1980s square luxury dining room table by Jean Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois. This fantastic tabl...
Smoked Glass, Walnut
Vintage Handwoven Braided Rattan Console Table Glass Insert
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Beautiful vintage handwoven rattan console table featuring a striking braided rattan apron and sculptural wrapped legs. The craftsmanship highlights traditional Philippine weaving te...
Rattan, Glass
$2,419
H 30.32 in Dm 42.33 in
Stunning Burr Yew Wood Round Tilt-Top Dining or Occasional Centre Table Patina
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely handmade Burr Yew tilt-top dining or occasional centre table. A good looking and well made piece> size wise it can be used as a four...
Yew
Sold
H 16.75 in W 46 in D 32 in
Betty Cobonpue Scultura Collection Split Reed Rattan Coffee or Cocktail Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous sculptural Organic Modern white lacquered split reed rattan coffee table or cocktail table By Betty Cobonpue, "Scultura Collection" USA, Circa 1980s Measures: 46"W x 32...
Rattan, Reed, Lacquer
Sold
H 18 in W 19.25 in D 19.25 in
Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Lidded Storage Chest or Side Table, 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Round Rock, TX
Offered is a lovely sculptural split reed small storage chest or side table designed by Betty Cobonpue for her "Scultura" line produced in the 1980...
Reed, Mahogany
Sculptural Pencil Reed Rattan Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Trompe L'oiel Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Absolutely stunning piece. Pencil reed rattan ribbon encircles the pedestal base. Warm aged patina on rattan. Wo...
Bamboo, Wood
Sculpture Series wooden table by Betty Cobonpue, 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Quarrata, IT
Sculpture Series wooden table by Betty Cobonpue, 1980s. Marked on the table top.
Wood
Artisan Sculptural Pencil Reed Rattan Dining or Center Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Trompe L'oiel Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Absolutely stunning piece. Pencil reed rattan ribbon encircles the pedestal base. Warm aged patina on rattan. Wo...
Bamboo, Wood
Sold
H 17 in W 50 in D 38 in
Restored Betty Cobonpue Organic Modern Ribbon Stick Reed Rattan Cocktail Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Modern bent reed rattan "Ribbon" cocktail/ coffee table, attributed to Betty Cobonpue (Filipina, 20th c.), from the Scultura line with an organic waterfall d...
Rattan
1980s Betty Cobonpue Organic Form Waterfall Side Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful vintage Betty Cobonpue waterfall side table, from the 1980s. The bentwood split reed flows organically throughout the table, creating a beautif...
Rattan
Betty Cobonpue Organic Modern Ribbon Stick Rattan Cocktail Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Modern bent rattan "Ribbon" cocktail/ coffee table, attributed to Betty Cobonpue (Filipina, 20th c.), from the Scultura line with an organic waterfall design with rounded edges and s...
Rattan
Outstanding Betty Cobonpue Reed Trunk or Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Round Rock, TX
Absolutely wonderful piece by renowned Filipino designer Betty Cobonpue, c. 1980s. Constructed of steamed reed and mahogany interior, this piece is quite versatile. While designed to...
Wicker, Cane, Reed
Reed Console with Ribbon and Bow by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Reed console by Betty Cobonpue for her Scultura line from the 1980s. The console is signed underneath with a metal oval plaque. Console measures 62" wide, 21" deep and 29" high.
Reed, Rattan
Betty Cobonpue Console Desk for Scultura Philippines 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Camden, ME
Betty Cobonpue console desk hand crafted for her Scultura line from the 1980s. This could be used as a writing table. A neoclassic design. The console is signed underneath with a met...
Reed
Sold
H 29 in W 60 in D 19.5 in
Contemporary Organic Modern Betty Cobonpue Ribbon Rattan Console Table, 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, "Ribbon" console table, made of bent rattan, by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980s. In great condition. The dimensions are 60" (5') W x 19.5" D x 29" H...
Rattan