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Material: Rattan
Bamboo Rattan Barrel Bar Cart Cabinet, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Barrel bar cart cabinet in bamboo and rattan, Italy, 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Formica, Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Extraordinary Restored Complete Seating Set by Vivai del Sud, Italy, circa 1976
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent frames are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert custom upholstery service is available. An incredible, beyond stylish complete four (4) piece seating set by Giusto Purini and Maurizio Mariani...
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1970s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Cane, Rattan, Mahogany

Italian Rattan and Brass Round Basket Centerpiece Bowl, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern brass and bamboo / rattan large round bowl, centerpiece or basket. It has a brass trim covering the top. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s. Use it as fruit bowl or cent...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Ethereal Threads: Tapestry Textile Sculpture from Spain, circa 1980
Located in Barcelona, ES
Immerse yourself in the artistry of a bygone era with the "Timeless Threads" Tapestry Textile Sculpture, a captivating wall-mounted natural artwork fro...
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1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Rolling Danish Teak and Brass Sewing Table or Bar Cart with Slide Out Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This teak Mid-Century trolley is designed for textile crafts such as knitting or sewing but can also be used as a bar cart or side table. Rattan basket with tool shelf slides out fro...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rattan Wicker Trapeze Mirror, 70s, Italy
Located in München, BY
Vintage trapezoidal rattan mirror with wooden back panel, Italy, 70s. Dimensions: Total height 60cm/23,6inch Width top 35cm/13,8inch Width buttom 22cm/8,7inch Height of mirror 54cm/...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Wood, Mirror, Rattan

Vintage Maitland-Smith Rattan, Leather and Iron Console Table
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Maitland-Smith Rattan, leather and iron console table Offered for sale is an impressive 1980s Coastal Modern Maitland-Smith console table with great textures and interesti...
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1980s Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Oval Bamboo and Rattan Dining Table Base, France 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning dining table base, fabricated in France in the early 80's. This beautiful and rare table is made of bamboo and rattan. Very nice sculptured and solid base, from above it l...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Rattan and Mirror Chest of Drawers
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Stunning chest of drawers in rattan and mirror with 4 drawers. Typical of the seventies, high quality of craftsmanship, entirely hand made. Excellent condition.
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Mirror

Mid Century High Back Chiavari Ladder Chair, Italy 1950's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A beautiful ladder high-back chair by Chiavari fabricated in Italy, 1950's. Slim design and amazingly light and firm. Ebonized hardwood frame with cane seat. The seat and the struc...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Wood

Italian Bamboo and Rattan Mirror, 1970s Coastal Style
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Italian Bamboo and Rattan Mirror, 1970s, Coastal Style This elegant bamboo and rattan mirror, crafted in Italy during the 1970s, is a stunning piece that effortlessly combines natura...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Aperitivo Rattan Side Table Sharland England by Louise Roe
Located in London, GB
As the name suggests, this elegant table was made for entertaining. Handwoven by artisans, the circular Aperitivo table creates a warm, welcoming addition to any living room; nestled...
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2010s Indonesian Belle Époque Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Spanish Bamboo Rattan Rectangular Mirror, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rectangular tall mirror, bamboo, rattan Eye-catching rectangular mirror handcrafted with bamboo cane. Spain, 1960s. Rectangular frame made of bamboo with rounded corners. This mirro...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Mirror, Rattan

French Wicker Shopping Basket
Located in Bradenton, FL
A classic French oval shaped wicker shopping basket. The twisted handle is secured to a twisted braided edge.
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Late 20th Century Rustic Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Rattan

McGuire Bent Rattan Bistro Loop Back Dining Armchairs, a Set of Four
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A lovely set of Four Bent Rattan Loop or Fan Back Dining Armchairs, No. M26 from McGuire San Francisco. These beautifully handcrafted vintage dining armchairs have the original cerused limed finish. Rawhide lacing enhances their appeal. The organic modern chairs feature a rattan frame and loop or fan back, with inspiration drawn from Thonet's No. 25 bistro chair in the art nouveau style. Chairs have upholstered seats and gracefully curved armrests (26" h). Each chair retains a McGuire maker's plaque. For a complete dining set, a glass-topped dining table is also available through a separate listing. Nice vintage as-found condition. Enjoy uncompromising quality and relaxed, timeless style from McGuire San Francisco (now Baker McGuire...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Fabric

Boho Chic Blonde Rattan Arched Top Etagere
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Enhance your space with this Boho Chic Blonde Rattan Étagère featuring an elegant arched top. This vintage piece showcases intricate rattan weaving and a light, airy aesthetic, per...
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1990s Philippine Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Mahogany Stained Coffee Table with Rattan Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese Qing Dynasty period mahogany stained coffee table from the 19th century, with rattan top, carved apron and scrolling legs. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty pe...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Wood

Christian Dior Home Brass, Lucite and Rattan Umbrella Holder, Italy 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
This graceful umbrella stand was designed in the style of the Christian Dior Home Collection in the 1970s. The geometric shape boasts a gilded brass gallery and real rattan or wicker...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

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. Italy, 1960s. The woven wicker shade of this lamp is accented by vertical rattan stic...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Wire

Mid-Century Modern Mirror Rattan Handcrafted French Riviera, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Introducing a timeless piece of Mid-Century Modern design, this handcrafted rattan mirror embodies the essence of the era. Created circa 1960, this mirror showcases the artistry and ...
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Rattan Campaign Ficks Reed Far Horizons End Table W/Tile Top by John Wisner
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage rattan Campaign Style Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection end table with tile top designed by John Wisner. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The tile has been caulked and it has a fresh coat of Danish oil. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. NOTE: If you love this rattan Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection by John Wisner end table. NOTE: Shipping is possible via parcel which may reduce shipping costs. Exotic, Incredible, and Ficks Reed!!! This is a fabulous rectangular end table by John Wisner for Ficks Reed. It is comprised of a stout rattan base, and it features a wonderful white tile top including three tiles with black painted Asian designs of fans and symbols… it’s absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! This end table is from Ficks Reed’s Far Horizons collection by John Wisner which was introduced in 1954. It is designed with sturdy and stylish crossbars with rattan ties on the corners on all four sides of the coffee table. And the design of this awesome Campaign style end table is classic allowing it to work with many decor aesthetics and styles from traditional to mid-century modern. It will be wonderful in your living room next to a lounge chair or in the family room aside a comfortable chaise or loveseat. Or, maybe on its own in an entry or hallway adorned with foliage. The Ficks Reed Furniture Company was originally established by Louis Ficks as the National Carriage and Reed Company in 1885. For over 125 years they built their reputation manufacturing high quality furniture using wicker...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Rattan Furniture

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Ceramic, Rattan

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Console Table, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful console table in rattan and bamboo. Made in Italy in the 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Restored Vintage Art Deco "President's" High Stand Stick Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This "President's" Art Deco rattan lounge chair with high strand count arms was named such because FDR used the same type of furniture aboard his presidential yacht the USS Potomac b...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Caned Dining Table by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal in Iron and Rattan, c 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely California Modern low dining table by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-cal features an iron frame that holds a woven cane rattan top, along with a glass pane to use as a solid surface over the caned rattan. Somewhat lower than traditional dining tables, this table would be ideal to pair with stools opposed to standard dining tables. Or another idea is using cushions to sit on, could even use low seating such as a Roche Bobois Mah Jong cushions or Togo lounge chair, loveseat or sofa. Great for patios and other outdoors spaces. This laid-back casual cool dining table...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Iron

French Rattan Basket Stand Iron Legs Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
French rattan basket with his iron stand Midcentury Good condition Shipping: H 74 L 56 P 56 1.6 kg.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Metal

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Patagonia and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Rattan Furniture

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Quartz, Brass

C.E. Fors, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rattan wall lights designed by C.E. Fors and produced by EWÅ Värnamo, Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 8.5” H x 7” W x 9.6“ D Back Plate Dimension...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl Pretzel 4 Seat Rattan Sofa.
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Frankl Pretzel 4 seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Round Coffee Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern round accent or coffee table, perfect in any room as well as in front or next to a sofa. This charming piece is in the typical style of Dir...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions: 31.75” H x 54.5” W x 30.5” D
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Arne Jacobsen Charlottenborg Lounge Chair with Pierre Frey Le Manach Fabric
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Special Edition - ARNE JACOBSEN AND LE MANACH Arne Jacobsen Charlottenborg Lounge chair in rattan with Pierre Frey Le Manach fabric. The...
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Heywood Wakefield, Side Tables, Oak, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and rattan side tables produced by Heywood Wakefield, USA, c. 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Oak

Pair of Chic "Gourde" Terracotta and Rattan Lamps by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic "Gourde" terracotta and rattan shade lamps by Design Frères. Wired with UL listed parts (single medium socket, 3-way switch on brown twist cost). Comes with 40 watts fil...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Steel

French Rattan Rectangular Mirror with Ring Details, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
1950s French Riviera rattan rectangular mirror with rings accents on the frame. Unusual handcrafted rattan rectangular mirror accented by ci...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Cane, Mirror

Huge Mid-Century Modern Bamboo, Brass & Rattan Arc Floor Lamp, Italy 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The floor lamp is really beautiful and decorative. A fantastic piece of craftsmanship. The lampshade has an incredible 70cm diameter. The lamp comes with 1x E27 / E26 Edison sc...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Bamboo Rattan Large Mirror In The Style of Dior Home, 1960s
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...
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1960s Spanish Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Green handwoven rattan coffee table, 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Green handwoven rattan coffee table, 1970s Product Details Hexagonal coffee table with smoked glass top and green rattan frame. Dimensions: 86 W × 60 H x 73 D cm
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1970s Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Italian Liberty outdoor armchair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Liberty outdoor armchair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s Outdoor armchair entirely in woven rattan. The rounded backrest is in ratt...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Midcentury Wall Coat Rack Stand Bamboo and Rattan, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful wall coat rack in bamboo and rattan. The piece was produced in Italy in 1960s and features a structure in bamboo canes and four rattan upper hooks and lower hoo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Bamboo, Rattan & Wicker Squared Coffee Table, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Squared coffee table in bamboo & rattan with wicker surface covered by a transparent glass layer. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass

McGuire Funiture San Francisco Round Glass Top Coffee Table with Rawhide Straps
Located in Miami, FL
McGuire Furniture San Francisco round glass top coffee table with rawhide straps. Offered for sale is a McGuire Furniture of San Fra...
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Late 20th Century American Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Glass

Mies Van Der Rohe B42 Rattan Easy Chair by Tecta, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This MR10 chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 is a true masterpiece of modern design. Manufactured by Tecta in Germany circa 1960, these chair are a testament to the e...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Steel

Customizable Gubi Bohemian 72 Lounge Chair Designed by Gabriella Crespi
Located in New York, NY
Comprising a lounge chair, three-seater sofa, ottoman and floor lamp – all crafted from rattan – the Bohemian 72 Collection embodies Crespi’s ca...
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2010s Danish Rattan Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Set of two club chairs in wicker, Madeira 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Two wicker chairs bought in Funchal on Madeira from 1960. The chairs were shipped home to Denmark by steamship and have since had the same owner who has taken good care of them. Bo...
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1960s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Ash

Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand Style White Rattan Bar Height Stools w/ Chrome Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand style angle backed rattan bar stools with white rattan seating and tubular chrome frames. In original condition with v...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Walnut, Rattan, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1940s. Sold with Lampshade. Dimensions stated are of Floor Lamp with Lampshade. Socket takes standard E-26 medium ba...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Rattan

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing mid-century bamboo and Rattan triangular corner bookshelf. Franco Albini inspired the design of this piece, produced in Italy during the 1970s. This piece is fantastic thank...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Cane

Pair of Vivai del Sud Mid-Century Armchairs in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of fantastic Mid-Century armchairs fully made in bamboo, rattan and wicker. This incredible set was produced in Italy by Vivai del Sud during the 1970s. These comfortable armch...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Midcentury Rattan & Bamboo Magazine Rack Side Table, 1950s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French bamboo and rattan magazine rack side table, France, Mid-century. Bamboo and rattan. Leatherette top. Height : 21.2"(54cm), Width : 17.3"(44cm), Depth : 10.8"(27.5cm). A few s...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Faux Leather, Bamboo, Rattan

Spanish Hand Woven Rattan Wicker Pendant Light / Lantern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching handcrafted braided rattan / wicker pendant hanging lamp. Spain, 1960s. This beautiful suspension lamp features a woven wicker ufo shaped lampshade with an inner cylind...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Mid Century Modern Vintage Rattan Bamboo Soft Blue Velvet Daybed Chaise Longue
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage organic single daybed or chaise lounge from rattan and bamboo very similar to Gio Ponti design 1950s Italy. A beautiful vintage single daybed from rattan and bamboo with a light blue new mattress...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century Woven Wicker Rattan Side Table
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Charming side table handmade of woven wicker.
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Mid-20th Century Rattan Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Bamboo, Rattan & Glass Serving Cart Bar Trolley, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular coffee table in bamboo & rattan with a wicker surface covered by a transparent glass layer and a bottom shelf in glass framed by bamboo. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Metal

McGuire Rattan Oak Campaign Style Folding Drink Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare organic modern campaign style folding drinks table crafted by McGuire artisans in California. The table features a thick pole rattan X frame that features an open fretwork desig...
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20th Century American Campaign Rattan Furniture

Materials

Brass

American Designer, Desk, Oak, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A small oak, bamboo and rattan writing desk designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Oak

French Pendant Light or Lantern in Rattan, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Modernist Rattan Pagoda Pendant Lamp or Lantern. France, 1950s. This eye-catching rattan chandelier features a pagoda shape rattan hanging lamp with oriental inspired design. The lampshade is made of an intricate of rattan canes and it hangs from a chain made of round rattan links. Topped by a wooden canopy. It has been carefully restored and newly wired with beige twisted cotton cloth electrical wire and an E27 bulb holder. It will be a nice addition hanging over a kitchen's table or dining area. Perfect for a beach house, countryside house or urban appartment. Overall Measurements (including the chain and the canopy): 84 cm H x 37 cm diameter Body of the lamp: 28 cm H x 37 cm diameter This ceiling lamp is from the period described. It has been carefully restored with traditional methods to preserve its original patina. Rattan Pendant Lamp // Coastal Pendant // Rattan Suspension Light...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker

Chinoiserie Chinese Red Woven Rattan Arm Chair
Located in Stamford, CT
Chinese red woven rattan arm chair from Miami based Empire Rattan Company. The chair's rattan is woven in a large diamond pattern creating a striking app...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Rattan Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Reed, Wood

A Pair of Coastal Style Rattan Side Tables in the Brown Jordan's Manner. C 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Vintage Coastal Style Rattan Side Tables in the Brown Jordan's Manner. C 1980s Feature an elaborated braided pencil reed detail with rounded and removable glass tops. In ex...
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1980s Unknown Bohemian Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Reed, 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.

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