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Material: Rattan
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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Midcentury Teak and Cord Shade Hanging Lamp by Temde, circa 1960
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A wonderful suisse teak hanging lamp made by Temde in the 1960s. It is fascinating with its rare cone lamp shades. The body of the lamp is made of te...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Teak

Three-Panel Bamboo Wicker Rattan Folding Screen Room Divider, France 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
This Mid-Century-Modern eye-catching rattan or wicker and bamboo three-panel room divider with filigree decoration was crafted in France in the 1960s. This rattan screen combines mid...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Inventive adjustable rattan armchair #514 by Dirk van Sliedregt, 1952.
Located in CASTENRAY, NL
'Belt chair' 1952 by Dirk van Sliedregt for Gebroeders (Bros) Jonkers Noordwolde. This rattan low back armchair #514 has a black powder coated steel frame and a rattan seat shell. T...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Steel

Pair of Sconces "Lantern" in Bamboo and Rattan Louis Sognot Style, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of sconces "Lantern" wall lamps in rattan and bamboo, in the style of Louis Sognot. Made in Italy in the 1960s. A wonderful example of midcentury craftsmanship, where bamboo a...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Pair of Brass and Wood Sculpture Lamps by Angelo Brotto for Esperia Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age pair of brass sculpture table or bedside lamps by the italian designer Angelo Brotto for the editor Esperia. Famo...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Rattan Bamboo Rectangular Large Mirror with Grid Frame, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching mid-century rectangular mirror with rattan bamboo frame. Spain, 1960s. This Mediterranean wall mirror has a highly decorative frame made of two concentric rectangular b...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Stool Pouf Attributed to Tito Agnoli, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful stool pouf or side table attributed to Tito Agnoli. This fantastic Stool was made in Italy during the 1960s. The workmanship of these stools is exception...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Scandinavian Modern Rattan Floor Lamp, Itsu Oy, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Floor lamp, manufactured by Itsu Oy, 1950s. Rattan and brass frame, rattan lampshade. The lampshade has been renewed. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Riviera Style Bamboo & Brass Paper Basket Umbrella Stand, Italy, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
A Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency cylindrical umbrella stand / holder, Riviera style wastepaper basket bin from the 1970s. Crafted in Italy. Made from rattan/wicker, complemente...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Pair of Bamboo and Rattan Beds with Bed Net. 1960s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Italian Bamboo and rattan Day Bed in really good vintage conditions with a beautiful patina due to age and use. The beds come with wooden slatted bed nets.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Italian Designer, Basket, Rattan, Iron, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan, black-painted iron and brass basket designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass, Iron

Lane Venture Black Lacquered Bamboo And Rattan Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsomely crafted Lane Venture sofa with a black lacquered bent rattan frame accompanied by cream and beige-brown buffalo zippered plaid cushions. Dimensions: 74 1/2" L, 28" D, 3...
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20th Century Rustic Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Rattan

A Stoneware Lamp by Yves Mohy La Borne France 1960s
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A Stoneware lamp by Yves Mohy. La Borne Group France 1960s Original lampshade. Signed under
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1960s French Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Ceramic, Rattan

Restored Rattan 2-Strand Half Moon Lounge Chair with Palm Print Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored 2-strand rattan half moon arms featuring a crossing arch design and tropical palm print cushions. We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan furniture made ...
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Mid-20th Century Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

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

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Steel

Søholm, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Rattan, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A green and brown-glazed incised stoneware and rattan table lamp, designed and produced in Denmark, 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 13" H x 8.5" Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Stoneware, Rattan

Hand-Woven Rope Outdoor Lounge Chair In Solid Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Material: Our products use taut, clean, and highly tenacious rope made of 100% polyester. What makes this material special is because the characteristic of polyester that is extr...
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2010s Asian Modern Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Rattan, Rope, Teak

Brass, Teak & Rattan Floor Lamp Attributed to Maria Lindeman, Idman 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful floor lamp by Idman from the 1950s. This model is attributed to Maria Lindeman, who was one of the head designers at the leading light manufacturer Idman, along side Paav...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Midcentury Rattan and Wicker Bookcase Etagere Vivai del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing arch etagere in rattan and wicker with three shelf in the style of Vivai del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were the ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Table d’appoint en rotin vintage années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Table d’appoint ronde vintage des années 60, en rotin et châtaignier tressé. Rotin présentant des signes du temps qui passe, plateau repeint en bleu nordique. Hauteur : 64 cm Largeu...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Midcentury Shelf Console Table with Wall Mirror in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960
Located in Catania, CT
Fair vintage condition with trace of age and use for this set of a shelf console table and a wall mirror. Produced in Italy during tge 60s and made from Rattan and Bamboo. Dimensions of wall mirror: H65 W50 D4 (cm). Dimensions of wall shelf console...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Restored Two-Strand "Half Moon" Rattan Cup Seat Chaise Lounge
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Mid-century Era two-strand "Half Moon" rattan lounge chair with slop cup seat. This chair features a 2 strand loop arm with fancy wicke...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Rattan

Mid-Century Pair of Table Lamp in Brass, Wicker and GIass, Italy 1970s Lighting
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic pair of table lamps in brass, Vienna straw wicker and glass. These unique lamps were designed in Italy in the 1970s. The lamps feature an elegant structure fully made in s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Brass, Metal

Italian Designer, Oval Wall Mirror, Rattan, Mirror, Italy, C. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oval, rattan wall mirror designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s-1960s.  
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Mirror

Stunning Pair of Rattan Club Chairs in Parchment Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent club chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert c...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Leather, Rattan, Hardwood

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

Tito Agnoli for Bonacina Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tito Agnoli was an Italian designer and the Architect during 20th century. Tito Agnoli rattan chairs are highly sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts. Clean lines and a s...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Leather, Rattan

Restored Mid-century 3-Strand "Arch" Base Rattan Games Table W/ Mahogany Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully rare restored rattan games table with a wonderful 3-strand arch base, fancy wicker wrappings, and a beautiful medium-stained mahogany top. The table is very reminisc...
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1950s American Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Mahogany

Itsu, Chandelier, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan chandelier produced by Itsu, Finland, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.75” H x  21” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy:  2.75” H x 4” diameter Stem length: ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

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

Serving Tray in Lucite, Rattan and Aluminium Christian Dior Style, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful rectangular with handles, serving tray in lucite and rattan with gold aluminium border in the style of Christian Dior. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Great acc...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Mid Century Floor Lamp in Rattan and Metal 1960s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mid Century Floor Lamp in Rattan and Metal, Europe, 1960s. This is a wonderful mid century rocket-shaped floor lamp in rattan and metal. It was presumably made in The Netherlands or...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Clochette Pendant Lamp by Cécile Philibert
Located in Geneve, CH
Clochette Pendant Lamp by Cécile Philibert Material: Rattan, silk paper, beech wood. Dimensions: D 70 x W 70 x H 55 cm All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold ...
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2010s French Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Paper, Beech

Gio Ponti Style Rattan Armchair
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern vintage rattan wingback arm chair in the style of the Gio Ponti chair designed circa 1948 in Italy and in production in the 1950s. This chair is in exceptionally g...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Wood

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Oval Wall Mirror Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful oval wall mirror in rattan and bamboo in the style of Franco Albini. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror

Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Sofa or Day Bed. 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Sofa or Day Bed with its original bed net. The sofa has a stunning patina and it could be used as a single bed. It needs a mattress of c...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Contemporary Round Handwoven Rattan Bowl with Soft Pink Knots
Located in Toronto, ON
Uplift your table with this stunning round handwoven rattan bowl with soft pink knots. Finely crafted by expert artisans, this piece showcases the classical technique of weaving in a...
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2010s Colombian Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Swedish Designer, Lounge Chair, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and floral-printed fabric lounge chair designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Dimensions: 35.5” H x 30.5” W x 38.5” D Seat Height: 15”
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

French Side Table or Stool in Tiger Bamboo Rattan with Woven Wicker Top, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching handcrafted tiger bamboo cylinder shaped side table with woven wicker rattan top. France, 1940s This round end table has all the taste of the Mediterranean Coast and a beautiful design with accents of Bohemian style and reminiscences of the late victorian bamboo furniture...
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20th Century French Late Victorian Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Bamboo

Vintage Rattan and Twisted Root Woven Ikebana Basket
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage hand-woven ikebana basket features rounded shape with asymmetrical rim; the form is convenient for displaying it on a shelf, fireplace mantel, or a table. A prominent handle...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Kenneth Bergenblad, Nightstands, Bamboo, Wood, Rattan, Brass, Sweden, 1976
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, wood, rattan and brass nightstands designed by Kenneth Bergenblad and produced by Dux, Sweden, c. 1976. Dimensions: 21.375” H x 20.375” W x 17.5” D
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1970s Swedish Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

One of a Pair of Matching Rattan / Wicker Oak topped Side - Lamp Tables
Located in Nashua, NH
This is one of pair of matching antique rattan side tables, American, C. 1929 attributed to the Heywood Wakefield Company of Gardner Massachusetts that are in very good condition wit...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Reed, Wood

1970s Sculptural Rattan & Glass Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s sculptural rattan & glass etagere The case with continuous book-matched rattan The upper section measures 24.5" W x 43" H, fitted with two 2...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Glass

Hollywood Regency Bohemian Rectangular Handwoven Rattan and Bamboo Wall Mirror
Located in Miami, FL
Hollywood Regency rectangle handwoven rattan, bamboo and wood wall mirror from the early 1970s. Can be hung securely horizontal as supported by a wood backing. Good Vintage condition...
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1970s American Bohemian Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, c 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 4 Cesca chairs, designed by Marcel Breuer. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1960 by Unknown Manufacturer Metal pipe frame, wood seat and...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Serving Tray in Lucite, Rattan and Brass Christian Dior Style, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful rectangular with handles, serving tray in lucite and rattan with brass border in the style of Christian Dior. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Great accessory for...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal, Brass

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 ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Christian Dior Lucite, Metal and Rattan Basket Bowl Centerpiece circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning centerpiece basket or decorative bowl was designed for the Christian Dior Interior Collection circa 1970. Its geometric shape has a brass metal gallery and genuine ratt...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Set of Four McGuire Bent Rattan Bistro Loop Back Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A lovely set of four McGuire bent rattan bistro loop or fan back dining arm chairs, Model 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. Uncompromising quality and relaxed, timeless style from McGuire San Francisco (now Baker McGuire).
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20th Century American Rattan Furniture

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Leather, Rattan, Fabric, Bamboo

Restored Rattan & Wicker Swivel Bar Stool w/ Iron Base, Seng of Chicago
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rattan and wicker bar stool with swivel iron bases by Seng of Chicago. This chair features a wicker seat and back and rests in a rattan frame mounted to an iron swivel base. This de...
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1950s Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Vintage Twin Size Bed Headboard Pencil Reed Rattan Bamboo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pencil reed rattan bamboo twin size bed headboard. Dimensions: 58 H x 40 W x 2 D.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

Vintage Coastal Arched Rattan and Brass Dining Chairs After Vivai Del Sud - Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning set of vintage 1970s Coastal dining chairs. A chic ached bent rattan with inset brass plaque. Done in the manner of Vivai Del Sud. Coordinating table also available on my ...
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1970s Philippine Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Restored 2-Strand Arch Base Rattan Bar Stools w/ Armrest, Set of 3
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired 1950s rattan bar stools combines Mid-century Modernist styling with the warmth of Hawaiian aesthetics. Each stool is crafted with arche...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Rattan

Bunny Williams Home Nightingale Wicker Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Bunny has always been inspired by wickerwork and the ability of an artisan to turn reed into art. Our new Nightingale Coffee Table demonstrates two particular favorite techniques: br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Large Wicker and Bamboo Garden or Patio Chair In the Manner of Michael Taylor
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful large Hollywood Regency wicker, bamboo, and rattan lounge chair. A perfect piece for a covered patio or garden, or even in a living room to bring a pop of the outdoors inside. This piece was created in the manner of Michael Taylor and was sourced at the estate of an Oklahoma Oil...
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Egon Eiermann Model 'E10' or 'Korbsessel' Rattan Lounge Chair, 1949
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Awesome model 'E10' or 'Korbsessel' lounge chair, manufactured by Heinrich Murrmann and created in 1949 by German designer and architect Egon Eiermann (1904–1970). Rattan frame with ...
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1940s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Leather, Rattan

Fratelli Mannelli. Travertine Post-Modern table lamps, Italy, 1970s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Brutalist and Post-Modern style Italian table lamps by Fratelli Mannelli, 1970s, set of 2. Travertine marble base and golden chromed steel structure. The screens are the originals, a...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Travertine

Vintage Handwoven basket.
Located in Seattle, WA
Possibly African. Unconfirmed. Vintage handwoven basket with great patina. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only. Dimensions. 4.5”W ; 4.5”D ; 2.5”H
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Console Table Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful console table in rattan and bamboo featuring a lower shelf in the style of the Italian designer Franco Albini. Made in Italy in the 1960s.22
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

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.

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