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Material: Rattan
Bohemian / Coastal Style Split Reed Rattan Pedestal Column. Circa 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Bohemian / Coastal Style Split Reed Rattan Pedestal Column. Circa 1980s
Features a wooden body covered with a white-washed split reed cladding, a round top, and a base.
In go...
Category
1980s Unknown Bohemian Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Reed
Louis Sognot bamboo and rattan pair of wall lamps Mid-Century Modern 1960 France
By Louis Sognot
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Louis Sognot bamboo and rattan pair of wall lamps Mid-Century Modern 1960 France
Beautiful pair of mid-century sconces by the French designer Louis Sognot. It is very well made. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$846 Sale Price
20% Off
John Risley, Lounge Chair, Rattan, Iron, Wood, USA, 1950s
By John Risley
Located in High Point, NC
An iron, rattan and wood lounge chair designed by John Risley, USA, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 33.4” H x 33.75” W x 41” D
Seat Height: 12.75”
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Iron
Midcentury Italian Trestle Desk or Table in Bamboo, Rattan by Vivai Del Sud, 70s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful pair of mid-century organic trestles in a beautiful combination of bamboo, curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. These stunning and unique trestles were designed by Vivai del Sud and produced in Italy during the 1970s.
In fabulous condition and with an amazing honey-like color. These sturdy trestles are made in bamboo canes enriched on the bottom with curved rattan and perfect hand-woven wicker work.
Ideal to make a charming desk or also for dining table or a console table in a modern organic entryway. A must have for all the French Riviera style lovers.
These versatile trestles are ideal as a charming modern organic desk...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Set of 4 Bamboo Chairs by Maison Louis Drucker in Ruby Red, Bottle Green, White
By Maison Louis Drucker
Located in Hamburg, DE
4 no light rattan / bamboo arm chairs hand crafted by Maison Louis Drucker Paris:
inversé weaving pattern in Colors Ruby Red , Bottle Green and W...
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Late 20th Century French Organic Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Dante Rattan Large Pendant, by DUNLIN
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designer's Notes
Introducing the latest addition to our pendant light collection: The Dante. This exquisite cone-shaped pendant light embodies both structure and elegance. A strikin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$968 / item
A Pair of Antique Rattan / Stick Wicker Arm Chairs in Natural with Colored Trim
Located in Nashua, NH
A complimentary pair of rattan arm chairs in natural finish with colored trimming, American,C.1920s.
This style of furniture was incredibly popular in the 1920s into the 1930s and re...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan, Reed, Wood
Superb Pair of Large Ornately Decorative Lacquered Rattan & Bamboo Club Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Eye poppingly dramatic large lacquered rattan bamboo club chairs having ornate design that leave a lasting impression. Custom Sunbrella cushions.
arm height 27.5
Seat height w/o cus...
Category
1970s Philippine Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Rattan Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Lounge Chair
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this very nice vintage rattan Lounge Chair.
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
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
Børge Mogensen - 10 Oak Chairs with Cane BM 61 P. Lauritsen & Sønner, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Børge Mogensen - 10 Oak Chairs BM 61
P. Lauritsen & Sønner, 1960s
This rare set of ten BM 61 dining chairs was designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1960s for P. Lauritsen & Sønner. The...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak
21st Century European Duran Rattan Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A more contemporary design for an indoor or undercover seating. This dining chair is handmade made in rattan and has a light natural color. The backrest is beautifully shaped in a de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$690 / item
Pair of sculptural large wicker armchairs in rattan 20th century
Located in Leicester, GB
A sculptural pair of 20th-century wicker armchairs in rattan. The vintage chairs have gorgeous large open armrests that are beautifully woven. The wicker armchairs are made with an a...
Category
20th Century British Bohemian Rattan Furniture
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Italian Midcentury Rattan Bamboo Bedside Tables Night Stands, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design rattan bamboo bedside table night stands with wood shelf, Italy 1950s
Please note that the item is original of the period and this shows normal sign...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
René Mathieu, Wall Light, Brass, Rattan, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan wall light designed by René Mathieu and produced by Maison Lunel, France, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.5"H x 7.25"W x 38"D
Bulb Specific...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Table Lamps, Natural Rattan, Vintage Brass Finish.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of table lamps, natural rattan, vintage brass finish.
Enhance your home with this table lamp, a unique blend of mid-century design and international inspiration.
The shade of t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Tito Agnoli for Bonacina Rattan Armchair Mod.P3, Italy 1960s
By Bonacina, Tito Agnoli
Located in Naples, IT
Chaise longue/armchair made entirely of rattan mod. P3 by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1960s.
The structure is composed of a single component that "bends" to form the inclined backres...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Round Woven Rattan Wicker Side Table with Glass Top
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage rattan and wicker side table features elegant two-tier design with the glass top and woven lower shelf; the complex weave of the shelf continues down towards the floor, crea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Wicker
French Riviera Rattan Wall Mirror with Jagged Frame, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching handcrafted bamboo and rattan mirror with scalloped detail surrounding the frame. France, 1950s-1960s.
This Mediterranean wall mirror features a bamboo / thick rattan fr...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Oriental Fisherman Basket with Wooden Handles
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Chinese style fisherman or grain basket features the traditional shape with rounded sides and wooden rim and handles. The strong, flexible wicker or willow strips are skillfully woven into a delicate pattern that emphasizes the rounded form of the basket; prominent solid wood elements juxtapose the fine texture of the weave.
The basket is in good vintage condition with beautiful, age-appropriate patina on wood; its convenient size and shape allow it to be used as decorative storage piece, large ikebana basket...
Category
20th Century Rustic Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Classic Wall Scone by DUNLIN
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designed by DUNLIN Australia.
An elegant, perfectly proportioned rattan wall sconce designed by Dunlin. Timeless in form and impeccable in execution, these are ideal sconces to fram...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rococo Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$1,598 / item
Wabi Sabi Antique Table Lamp in Turned and Carved Wood with Rattan Shade
Located in Meer, VAN
Wabi Sabi Antique Table Lamp in Turned Wood and Rattan, early 20th century.
Beautiful and timeless wabi sabi table lamp in turned and carved wood...
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
1970's Chinoiserie Storage Chest In Rattan With Brass Accents
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Stunning Dark-Toned Rattan Storage Chest with Brass Accents
Add a touch of elegance to your home with this beautiful dark toned rattan storage chest, designed in a classic...
Category
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
$359 Sale Price
20% Off
34" Pendant Light in Handwoven Mocha Rattan, Ventila Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Ventila, our nickname for the Tagalog word for ‘fan’, is woven from Filipino rattan and takes inspiration from colonial era ceiling fans. Measure: 34".
I...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Set of Four Thick Rattan & Upholstery Counter-Height Barstools
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the United States, these barstools feature great construction, made with thick legs and plenty of support, tied together with expertly crafted rattan knots. The ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
French Rattan Bamboo Fish Shaped Mirror, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unusual handcrafted rattan bamboo fish figure wall mirror, France, 1950s.
Rare find.
This spectacular mirror has a design combining the Mid-century taste from the French Riviera with...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
$1,991 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage French Wicker Basket, Gold Color Stitched Leather Bag Handles France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This bag is is wicker, rattan, with Stitched leather bag handles. the color is gold, with an old Patina.
This has been made in France circa 1970.
Category
1970s French Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
$426 Sale Price
20% Off
Louis Sognot Bamboo and Rattan Table Lamp Mid-Century Modern 1960, France
By Louis Sognot
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Louis Sognot bamboo and rattan table lamp Mid-Century Modern 1960, France
Very nice lamp by the French designer Louis Sognot. It is very well made. The artist has created many model...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$711 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Barbra RattanModern Wall Light
Located in Oxford, GB
A Pair of Barbara Rattan Wall Lights
Handcrafted with exquisite artistry, the Barbara Rattan Wall Lights embody timeless Art Deco elegance with a touch of organic warmth. Each piece...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$1,961 / set
XL rattan and brass basket, Italy, 1970, 36cm Diam
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful and large rattan and brass basket made in Italy in the 1970s. Round shape, mid-century modern style, it is inspired by the designs of Gabriella Crespi. Magnificent dec...
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1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Asymmetrical Mirror, Features Organic Rattan Cane Frame Mirror
Located in Oxford, GB
Discover the allure of asymmetry with this lovely Mirror! The organic rattan cane frame adds a distinctive shape, creating a magnificent focal point in any living room, bedroom, or e...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Glass
Rattan Longue Chair By Egon Eiermann Model E10 1940s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Egon Eiermann Longue Chair Model E10 Germany 1949
Category
1940s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Sculptural Split Reed Lounge Chair and Ottoman in the Manner of Betty Cobonpue
Located in Houston, TX
Sculptural split reed lounge chair and ottoman in the manner of Betty Cobonpue. The chair dimensions are 34.5"H x 23.75"W x 51.25"D. The ottoman dimensions are 18.25"H x 23.25"W x 21...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Reed
Mid Century Modern Style Leather Dining Armchair w Woven Cane Backrest
Located in NEW YORK, NY
With a sculptural form that evokes mid-century elegance, this dining armchair showcases a perfect blend of timeless craftsmanship and rich, tactile finishes. Its gracefully contoured...
Category
2010s European Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Leather
Vintage French Massive Rattan Coffee Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A vintage French (1970s) rattan coffee table, in that tropical modernism style of designers Audoux & Minet, synthesizing the casual elegance of coastal style with cosmopolitan sophis...
Category
20th Century French Other Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Italian Designer, Wall Mirror, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and rattan wall mirror designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 18.0"W x 1.5"D
Does not include mo...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Table d’appoint avec porte-revue vintage en rotin et bois des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Table d’appoint vintage des années 60, en rotin, plateau en bois, porte-revue intégré, très bon état général avec charme et patine du temps qui passe.
Ref 231 026
Hauteur : 65 cm
Lar...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Egon Eiermann Style Woven Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, hand woven rattan “Peacock” style lounge chair. In original condition with some wear appropriate for its age and use. Suitable for outdoor use with proper care and maint...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Set of 4 Bauhaus Cesca Chairs Designed by Marcel Breuer, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 4 dark brown Cesca chairs was made in Italy in '70s.
It's fabulous iconic piece of furniture and also very comfortable to sit on. It's perfect for the dining area or as a decorative vintage piece for your home.
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Designed in 1928, Marcel Breuer’s B32...
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1920s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Massimo Rattan XL Pendant, by DUNLIN
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Introducing the latest addition to the Dunlin Rattan light collection: The Massimo XL. This exquisite four-piece pyramid-like pendant light embodies both structure and elegance. A st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$1,468 / item
Midcentury Rattan Plant Holder Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful round plant holder in curved rattan with three wheels in the style of Vivai Del Sud.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal
Etna Rattan XL Pendant with Chain, by DUNLIN
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designed by Dunlin.
Introducing the latest addition to the Etna family, The Etna XL with Flore weathered brass chain. A stunning pendant light or statement piece for any Living Roo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$3,298 / item
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Mirror Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful large octagonal wall mirror in rattan and bamboo in the style of Vivai Del Sud.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were th...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wood, Bamboo, Mirror, Rattan, Cane, Straw, Wicker
Christian Dior Umbrella Stand in Rattan Lucite & Chrome, France 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Stylish Mid-Century Modern umbrella stand in rattan, lucite and chrome, France, 1970s.
Possibly supplied by Christian Dior Home.
It is comprised of a sheet of lucite with embedded wo...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Three-Seater Sofa in Wicker and Steam-Bent Rattan, Italy, 1960s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A versatile three-seater sofa in wicker and steam-bent rattan, italian manufacture, 1960s
Wicker, bamboo, and malacca cane—thanks to their wide availability and ease of steam-bendin...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Sunburst Mirror, France, 1950s
Located in Valencia, VC
Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Sunburst Mirror, France, 1950s
Bring the relaxed elegance of the French Riviera into your home with this stunning midcentury sunburst mir...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
$699 Sale Price
34% Off
Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina 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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
70s Rattan Chandelier Italian Design
Located in Palermo, IT
70s rattan chandelier, Italian design
Intact and working, good condition. E27 lamp.
Length of the chandelier including wire 96 cm.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Rattan Side Table with Quartz and Bronze-Patina 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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Licol Side table by R & Y Augousti is a part of their new Rattan capsule launch. The piece explores the brand's iconic DNA of bringing old world artisanal craft into a contemporary and utterly luxury feel. This table is done in a blue rattan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Rattan Furniture
Materials
Quartz, Brass
Coastal Style Rattan and Wicker Two Seat Breakfast /Dinette Set. Circa 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Style / Boho Chic Natural Color Rattan and Wicker Two-Seat Breakfast/Dinette Set, Circa 1980s.
This charming and practical dinette set includes an oval table with a...
Category
1980s Unknown Bohemian Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-Century Rattan Wicker And Bamboo Desk Attributed To Dal Vera 1960s
By Dal Vera
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-Century rattan wicker and bamboo desk attributed to Dal Vera 1960s
Complete and in good condition, it has four very spacious drawers.
Dal Vera Antonio e Figli (1884 – 1984) The ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Arts and Crafts Wicker Two Seat Sofa By Dryad and Co.UK 1920s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Two Seat Sofa Arts and Krafts Wicker By Dryad and Co UK. 1920s
Category
1920s British Victorian Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
34" Pendant Light in Handwoven Natural Rattan, Ventila Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
Ventila, our nickname for the Tagalog word for ‘fan’, is woven from Filipino rattan and takes inspiration from colonial era ceiling fans. Measure: 34"...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Bamboo, Rattan, Paper, France, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and beige paper table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1970s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.5"H x 6.75"W x 6.5"D
Bulb Specifications: B22 (Bayonet) bulb
...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Paper
Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Italian Wall Shelf, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous midcentury rectangular wall shelf in curved rattan, bamboo and hand-woven wicker. This charming French Riviera style shelf was designed by Franco Albini and produced in Ita...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
French Riviera Round Mirror in Curved Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century round mirror with a triple frame in curved bamboo canes and hand-woven wicker. This delightful French Riviera style mirror was produced in Italy during the 1960s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Set of Four Midcentury Cesca Rattan Chairs, Marcel Breuer, Italy, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful midcentury rattan, velvet and wood chair.
The wonderful and world-famous Cesca chair designed in the 1920s by Marcel Breuer. The Cesca chair is produced by, among other...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Beech, Rattan
$2,655 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Midcentury Teardrop shape Wall Mirror Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing teardrop shape wall mirror in the style of Franco Albini.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
This mirror has a rare teardrop form with delightful rattan figure-8 shapes...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Midcentury Modern Large Sunburst Bamboo and Rattan Mirror, Italy 1960s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Mid-Century Modern Large Sunburst Bamboo and Rattan Mirror – Italy, 1960s
A stunning expression of Italian craftsmanship, this large Sunburst wall mirror, designed in the style of F...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
$1,010 Sale Price
32% Off
Midcentury Teak and Cord Shade Hanging Lamp by Temde, circa 1960
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant mid-century hanging lamp was produced by Temde in the 1960s and showcases a warm combination of natural materials and Scandinavian design sensibilities. The wide, conica...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Plastic, Teak
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.