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Material: Rattan
Stylish Pair of Bamboo & Rattan Fan Back Arm Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish pair of island-ish bamboo and rattan fan back arm chairs having a warm faux tortoise finish.
arm height 24"
Category
1970s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Midcentury Basket Rattan, Wicker and Brass Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful round basket with handles in rattan, wicker and brass in the style of Vivai Del Sud.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Italian Arch Mirror in Bamboo and Woven Wicker, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous French Riviera style arch-shaped mirror in bamboo and woven wicker. This delightful organic mirror was produced in Italy during the 1970s.
In fabulous condition and with a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Scandinavian Uchiwa fan style rattan woven hanging lamp, 1960s -1970s
Located in Zaandam, NL
Scandinavian midcentury Uchiwa fan style rattan woven hanging lamp, 1960s - 1970s. The lamp is fitted for a general E27 lightbulb and is in great working condition. Th brass is in a ...
Category
1960s Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Cabinet Sideboard whit Drawers, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular sideboard in bamboo and rattan composed of three drawers with handles and three shelves.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
Midcentury Pendant Chandelier in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Sognot, France 1960s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Roma, IT
Astonishing Mid-Century French Riviera style chandelier made in a gorgeous combination of curved rattan bamboo and hand-woven wicker. Louis Sognot probably designed this extraordina...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Wicker
Bamboo Lounge Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage lounge chair crafted with bent bamboo and woven rattan in an elegant modern form featuring pullout footrest and adjustable back.
Extended depth 60".
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$3,900
Paavo Tynell 9602 Floor Lamp Pierre Frey Shade for GUBI
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
The 9602 Floor Lamp, also known as “Chinese Hat” was designed by Paavo Tynell in 1935 for the hotel Aulanko. Characterized by its elegant and airy lampshade and rattan-covered stem, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Sunburst Flower Mirror in Rattan, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Double Layered Rattan Sunburst Flower Shaped Mirror. France, 1960s.
A lovely Mediterranean style handcrafted rattan flower shaped mirror with two layers of petals in two sizes and pyrography accents. It has all the taste from the French Riviera.
Beautiful to place alone and interesting as a part of a big wall composition with other mirrors in this manner.
Overall Measures: 50 cm diameter
Rattan Sunburst Mirror // Rattan Flower Mirror...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Mirror, Bamboo, Rattan
$1,098 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 6 Antique Rattan Dining Chairs with Cane Backrest
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- repolished
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Rattan
Antique Swedish Chest of Drawers in Colonial Style with Rattan and Bamboo Decor
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish chest of drawers in colonial style. The chest is tall and narrow with five drawers. The frame is made from solid Swedish pine and the exterior is covered with rattan ...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Colonial Revival Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Pine
Midcentury Floor Lamp Rattan, Bamboo and Fabric Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing floor lsamp un Bamboo, rattan and fabric in the style of Franco Albini.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
A beautiful floor lamp that is perfectly working but most of ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal
Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 68.5” H x 14.5” W x 40” D
Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bulb
Number of Sock...
Category
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Midcentury Bamboo & Rattan Table Lamp — Attributed to Louis Sognot
French midcentury bamboo and rattan table lamp, attributed to Louis Sognot and in the style of Franco Albini. Clea...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Parchment Paper, Rattan
Bamboo/Rattan and Brass Wardrobe by Dal Vera, Italy, 1970s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Description:
This beautiful vintage wardrobe, crafted by Dal Vera in Italy during the 1960s, is a striking example of mid-century modern design with a naturalistic touch. Showcasing...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ralph Lauren Polo Organic Woven Rattan Wicker Coastal Loveseat 20th Century
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Late 20th Century Ralph Lauren Polo Home Collection woven rattan, wicker loveseat. No damage to the woven rattan. The recently upholstered white cushions are in good condition. The c...
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
1960s French Three-Panel Bamboo Wicker Rattan Folding Screen.
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This finely crafted bamboo divider is a work of art that tells a story of creativity and craftsmanship. The intricate scrollwork across its surface, intertwining with delicate circle...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chair
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa mid 20thC
MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chairs
Price for x1 chair
x1 chair available
sku 1318B
W76 x D50 x H110 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$3,685 Sale Price / set
40% Off
American Designer, Side Table, Bamboo, Rattan, Glass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and glass side table designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid Century French Bamboo Rattan Plant Pedestals/ Small Accent Tables, 1950s
Located in Valencia, VC
Charming Pair of Mid-Century French Bamboo and Wood Plant Pedestals / Accent Tables
A delightful pair of small bamboo and wood stands, handmade in Fran...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
$520 Sale Price / set
32% Off
Pair of Wide Bamboo and Rattan Armchairs, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Rare and charming pair of rattan armchairs that features an original a unique "cradle" or "boat" shape, with the back and arms merging into a continuous curve, creating a welcoming ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Dante Rattan XL Pendant, by DUNLIN
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designer's Notes
Introducing the latest addition to our rattan pendant light collection: The Dante. This exquisite XL pendant light embodies both structure and elegance. A striking ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$1,268 / item
Restored Art Deco Stick Rattan Two-Tier Bar Cart w/ Woven Wicker Tops
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired rattan bar cart features a Pole rattan frame with woven wicker tops and stick rattan bottle holders. The bar cart features two tombston...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,080 Sale Price
35% Off
Eolie Round Table Lamp by Stephane Parmentier x Giobagnara
By Giobagnara
Located in New York, NY
For nearly twenty years, the Giobagnara brand has combined traditional know-how and leading-edge technology to produce elegance of the highest standard. With luxurious creations avai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Gervasoni Large Croco Suspension Lamp in Crocodile Rattan by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Suspension lamp in crocodile rattan, handwoven, max. power 20 W, 220 Volt, bulb holder E 27, bulb not included (electrical cable lenght 200 cm; steel cable lenght 200 cm).
Additional Information:
Material: Crocodile rattan
Power supply: Max. power 20 W, 220 Volt, bulb holder E 27
Dimension: Ø 100 x 62 H cm
Available in other size option: Small
Quick Ship: Croco 95...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Woven Wicker Rattan Round Side or Small Coffee Table
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Charming small round coffee or side table made of handwoven wicker.
Category
Mid-20th Century Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Rattan « coconut tree/palm tree » ceiling light
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Large rattan « coconut tree/ palm tree » ceiling light with 5 lights in the coconuts and 10 adjustable palms that come off for the shipping. Ve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Iconic Margherita armchair by Franco Albini for Bonacina, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Margherita armchair by Franco Albini, Bonacina, Italy, 1950s
The iconic Margherita armchair, designed by Franco Albini for Bonacina.
The armchair is made of rattan. At the time, Albi...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Pair Vintage Italian Tito Agnoli Rattan Chairs
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of rattan armchairs were designed by Tito Agnoli in 1959. Rectangular base with scoop-form seats and curvy arms, these chairs work with or without cushions....
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$2,795 / set
Bamboo Rattan Large Mirror In The Style of Dior Home, 1960s
By Dior Home
Located in Valencia, VC
Large Mid-Century Modern Bamboo & Rattan Mirror in the Style of Dior Maison
Infuse your space with the natural elegance and artisanal craftsmanship of this stunning Mid-Century Mode...
Category
1960s Spanish Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$881 Sale Price
49% Off
Small Outdoor Set in Bamboo and Rattan, 1950s, Set of 3
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage set, consisting of 2 cockpit chairs and a coffee table made of bamboo and woven rattan.
Probably Italian production, from the 1950s.
They are in very good cosmetic condition,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Brighton Pavilion Style Burnt Bamboo Cane High Back Armchairs
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Fabulous pair of burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These tall beautifully handcrafted Chinese Chippendale chairs feature a tortoiseshell finish, caned-bottom seats, and intricate bamboo open fretwork. Seat without a loose cushion is 19" high. Cushions are not included.
Chinese design and bamboo furniture became highly fashionable in the Western world after the completion of the Royal Pavilion in Brighton for future King George IV in 1801. George had a love of fine and decorative arts and a fascination with the Chinese style. He selected Chinese export furniture and objects along with hand-painted Chinese wallpapers for his seaside home...
Category
20th Century Chinese Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane
Hans Wegner JH-512 Oak Folding Chair, c. 1950s
Located in London, England
This classic folding chair in oak and cane was one of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important and iconic works. The model 512 chair was produced by master cabinetmaker Johannes...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Sleeper Brown Chaise Longue
Located in Paris, FR
Chaise longue sleeper brown all in
brown natural rattan with rocking feet.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$1,851 / item
Restored Rattan & Wicker Swivel Bar Stool Set of 2
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rattan and wicker bar stools with swivel seats. These chairs are slightly shorter than average bar stool height, will be a perfect for a lower bar or for your unique interior needs.
...
Category
1950s Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dramatic oxidation present to brass as illustrated.
Replaced rattan lampshades.
Wear consiste...
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Large 19th Century Japanese Samurai Canteen
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Large 19th Century Japanese Samurai Canteen
19th c. Suitou, made from a length of bamboo with both ends being the natural partitioning of the bamboo, having one small hole fo...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Rattan Furniture
Materials
Copper
Large Rattan Palm Tree Floor Light, with Three Bulbs in the Coconuts
Located in London, GB
A large rattan palm tree floor light, with bulbs in the three coconuts in the style of Mario Lopez Torres.
Category
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Rustic Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Woven Rattan Round Grain Basket
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty antique rattan round grain basket from the 19th century, with nice patina. Created in China during the 19h century, this grain basket features a thin lip sitting above a brown woven rattan body. With its rustic appeal and simple lines, this 19th century Chinese grain basket...
Category
19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Wood Armchairs in the manner of Charles Dudouyt, Europe ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
In the manner of French designer Charles Dudouyt’s signature style, this pair of armchairs seamlessly meld a variety of trends thanks to the choice of materials and form. As a major ...
Category
1940s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wood, Rattan
Luc Counter Stool with Beech Ash-056-1 and Corn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc Bar + Counter Stool with their Inviting curves and a comfortable seating. This chair is made of solid wood structure, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholste...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Wood
$1,679 / item
Alvar Aalto Tea Trolley 900 for Artek Black Tiles
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Mid Century Alvar Aalto Tea Trolley 900 made in the 1970's at Artek, Finland. Black ceramic tiles and basket of woven rattan cane. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Rattan, Birch
1960s President Sculptural Wingback Rattan Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, rare, rattan President club chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Bench or Side Accent Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern side accent or coffee table. This charming piece is in the typical style of Tito Agnoli, Bonacina, Audoux and Minet where the organic beaut...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Large Wicker Fireplace Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large wicker woven fireplace basket for holding firewood. Made of rattan with a bamboo frame. Twisted rattan forms a handle secured with a braided T-joint, and underneath are two l...
Category
Late 20th Century Rustic Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Pair of 'Arra' Organic Rattan Side Tables
Located in Oxford, GB
Gracefully balanced off centred 'Arra' Organic Rattan Side Table, they come as a pair. Featuring a drum base, with intricate rattan overly and organic leaf and floral patterns. The b...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$3,423 / set
Finnish Mid Century Floor Lamp by Itsu in the style of Paavo Tynell 9202, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Itsu
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare Finnish mid century floor lamp with a white lacquered metal foot and rattan in the style of the iconic "9202 / Chinese Hat" by Paavo Tynell. This example is produced and ...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal
Rustic 1920s English Walnut Faux Bamboo Stand with Rattan Top and Two Shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique rustic English walnut faux bamboo stand, dating to the 1920s, showcases both timeless charm and exceptional functionality. Its tall, slender frame features elegant faux ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Rustic Rattan Furniture
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Walnut
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light made in Rattan and Brass , 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare and lovely decorative Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp.
The lamp need 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Light...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Ocean Rolling Chair Co. Inc. Boardwalk Cart: A Timeless Seaside Treasure
Located in New York, NY
Step back in time with this fun Early 20th Century Wicker Boardwalk rolling cart crafted by the renowned "Ocean Rolling Chair Co. Inc," as evidenced by delicately placed porcelain si...
Category
Early 20th Century American Other Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
High Back Rattan Lounge Arm Chair by Rohe Noordwolde, The Netherlands 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful high back Rohe Noordwolde rattan arm chair date from the 1950s. The wicker arm chair is in good condition and very comfortable. This rattan High back chair is a real stylis...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$573 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Pine, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and rattan wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.5” H x 6.25” W x 8“ D
Back Plate Dimensions (Inches): 4.75” H x 4.75...
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Pine
1800s Antique Heywood Wakefield Large Wicker Rocking Arm Chair with Springs Seat
Located in Germantown, MD
1870s Heywood Wakefield Victorian Wicker rocking arm chair. Ultra comfortable and in very good condition. Seat cushion upholstery in great shape, ver...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal
Natural Woven Rattan/Wicker Mid Century Barrel Chairs a Pair
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a wonderful boho chic pair of rattan chairs with natural wicker woven in a conventional cross hatch pattern. The chair bottoms are round like barrels and the tops are a flare...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Pair of 1950s Italian Rattan Armchair
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful pair of Italian colonial-style faux bamboo structure woven with rattan armchairs.
The arm style flows sinuously into a the rounded back of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Rattan
$2,149 / set
"Liba" Rattan Covered Natural Cane Armchair Designed by Borek Sipek for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Liba", designed by Borek Sipek and manufactured by Driade, is a rattan covered natural red and black cane seat and back with solid ebonized wooden front ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Wood
1980s Rattan Credenza With Drawers and Cabinets
By Mcquire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage rattan credenza sideboard from the 1980s, measuring 66 inches in width, 18.5 inches in depth, and 37.5 inches in height. This piece features three drawers and three cabinet...
Category
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Wood
1980s McGuire Style Target Back Stacked Rattan Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The Iconic target back style chairs are a statement p...
Category
1980s Bohemian Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Rattan
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Oval Wall Mirror by Franco Albini, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful oval wall mirror in bamboo and rattan by Franco Albini.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror
McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Pedestal Dining Table
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous organic modern glass top dining table or center table made by McGuire. The table features a bamboo rattan pedestal base with a w...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Glass
Shop Rattan Furniture and Decor on 1stDibs: Rattan Armchairs, Daybeds, Bed Frames and More for Sale
Lightweight, durable and versatile, antique and vintage rattan furniture is whatever one wants it to be: elegant or rustic, chic or workaday. Over time, rattan became the ultimate decorative-arts chameleon.
Few things inspire such extreme devotion as furnishings crafted from the versatile fibers of a tropical palm native to Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Indeed, rattan furniture has found legions of devotees over the years. The long-lasting natural medium, made popular in Great Britain and the United States during the Victorian era, is a master of disguise, able to mingle with a wide range of styles — when done the right way.
The use of rattan stretches from prehistory to IKEA. To clarify, rattan is not bamboo, which is a rigid, hollow reed. Stalks of rattan (whose name derives from the Malay rotan) 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.
“Furniture made out of woven materials has occurred since the beginning of time and in every culture,” says interior designer and rattan aficionado Amanda Lindroth, noting that in earlier times, rattan furnishings were most often found in semi-outdoor settings like sunrooms and porches. Rattan pieces were welcomed indoors in the mid-20th century, and over time the medium has been put to use by giants of modernism such as Josef Hoffmann, Thonet, Jean-Michel Frank and Donald Deskey.
Find antique and vintage rattan chairs, sofas, coffee tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.