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Material: Rattan
Exquisite Restored Pair of Modern President's Loungers by McGuire, circa 1985
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation re...
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1980s North American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Japanese Tall Bamboo Ikebana Basket with Tinted Handle, Suruga Sensuji Style
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage bamboo Ikebana basket features tall cylindrical shape with prominent rounded handle. The basket is woven of thin round bamboo strips that are secured with burned or tinted b...
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1960s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Lacquered Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your dining space with this stunning set of 4 vintage coastal lacquered Chinese Chippendale chairs. Featuring classic bamboo-style frames with an elegant lacquer finish, thes...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Lacquer

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Oak, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, oak and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 53.375” H x 29.75” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Pair of rattan Lounge Armchairs by Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol, 1960s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1960 / 2 armchairs / Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol / rattan, metal / Vintage / Mid-Century Pair of sculptural rattan armchairs designed in the 1960s by Janine Abraham & Dir...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Natural Rattan Ficks Reed Square Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural rattan and bamboo Ficks Reed coffee table with lattice pattern. Very rare in natural rattan tones. Nice larger square size works well with today’s upholstery styles too. Add ...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Vintage Burmese Hand-Woven Rattan over Wood Basket Hamper with Pierced Handles
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Burmese hand-woven rattan over wood lidded basket from the mid 20th century, with pierced handles. We have several available, priced and sold $490 each. Crafted in Burma du...
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Mid-20th Century Burmese Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Wood

McGuire Three Tier Natural Rattan Bamboo and Leather Rolling Bar Cart
Located in Germantown, MD
McGuire three tier ebonized rattan rolling bar cart in excellent vintage condition. Measures: 25.5" in diameter and stands 30" tall. Lower tier has a 13" clearance and the middle t...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Paint

Mid Century Modern Vintage Rattan Patio Lounge Chairs Roberto Mango Italy, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern pair of rattan or wicker vintage garden chairs or club chairs designed by Roberto Mango, Italy, 1950s. Roberto Mango ( 1920 - 2003 ) I...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Steel

Pair of Vivai Del Sud Pencil Reed Rattan Octagonal Mirrors with Brass Detail
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Octagon Mirrors in rattan pencil reed and brass frames. Italy, 1960-1970. Attributed to Vivai del Sud These eye-catching mirrors feature finely executed rattan frames in octagonal shape surrounded by a rim in gilt brass metal. Made of multiple layers of pencil reed rattan canes. They have a oool taste combining Midcentury and Hollywood Regency design. To be used as wall mirrors over a double vanity in a bathroom , as console mirrors in an entry hall or in any other room. Large mirror surface. Clean design and amazing shape. Great condition. On sale as a pair. Overall measures: 83 cm H x 83 cm W x 3 cm D Glass measures: 65 cm H x 65 cm W We are specialists in mirrors and sunburst mirrors: A curated selection of wall mirrors and other venetian style mirrors in different shapes are avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. We invite you to see the whole collection.   Octagonal Rattan mirrors...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Floor Lamp Louis Sognot Style, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing floor Lamp in bamboo and rattan in the style of Louis Sognot. Made in Italy in the 1960s. A beautiful lamp that is perfectly working but most of all, it prov...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Italian Riviera Franco Albini Rattan Wall Mirror, Black Patina, Loop Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Midcentury Black Patinated Franco Albini Rattan Rectangular Mirror ___________________________________________________________ A highly decorative Mid-Century Modern mirror with undulated rattan frame attributed to Franco Albini, Italy, 1950s. Rare find / Black Color This rectangular sunburst mirror has an eye-catching spiral design and black painted finish. Very beautiful placed alone but also gorgeous displayed with other cane mirrors in a wall decoration. This mirror will add a pinch of Italian Riviera style to any beach house, country side house our urban appartment. The contrast in black color allows it to be used for an Industrial, eclectic or classical decoration. Overall Measures: 92 cm H x 40,5 cm W x 4 cm D Glass dimensions: 78 cm H x 27 cm W We are specialists in wall mirror ands sunburst mirrors: A curated selection of handcradfted mirrors in rattan, bamboo and wicker is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. Rectangular Rattan Franco Albini Mirror...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Mirror, Rattan, Cane

American Designer, Side Tables, Bamboo, Rattan, Marble, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and green marble side tables designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 22” H x 26.5” W x 19.5” D All items ship from High Poi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Marble

Restored Art Deco Stick Rattan Three-Seat Transitional Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Art Deco rattan three-seat sofa features the classic transitional arms with double-strand arms accented by a center stick strand in the center. The intricat...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Rattan and Twisted Root Woven Hanging Ikebana Basket
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage hand-woven ikebana basket features flattened shape with rounded front, demilune bottom and straight back; the form is convenient for hanging the basket on the wall or displa...
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20th Century American Folk Art Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Rattan, Wood

EWÅ Värnamo, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rattan wall lights designed and produced by EWÅ Värnamo, Sweden, 1970s. Assorted rattan lampshades. Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.875” H x 7.25” W x  9.25“D B...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of rattan « palm tree/coconut tree » lamps
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Lovely pair of rattan lamps with adjustable palms and lights in the coconuts. Very decorative, these lamps are a promise of holidays and sun. They...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

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

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Metal, Brass

French or Italian rattan wicker mirror
Located in Lugo, IT
French or Italian wicker mirror 1950s Small lack of silvering as pictured. Good conditions. Thank you
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1950s Italian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Rattan Wall Shelves with Woven Accents, Italy 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching pair of wall hanging shelves in bamboo and rattan, Italy, 1960s. The structures are made in bamboo with woven top and rattan decorative accents at the back. Each one of ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Görlitz, Table Lamps. Teak, Brass, Rattan, Germany, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of teak, brass and rattan table lamps produced by Görlitz, Germany, c. 1960s. Replaced rattan lampshades. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 8.875” H x 7.5“ Diameter B...
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1960s German Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

20th Century Antique Rattan Ceiling Lamp
Located in Barcelona, ES
20th century antique Rattan ceiling lamp. By unknown manufacturer, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Electri...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Waisted Side Table with Woven Rattan Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Ming Dynasty style waisted side table from the early 20th century, with woven rattan top, humpbacked stretcher and horse hoof legs. Born in China during the early ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Rattan Furniture

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Wood, Rattan

Handwoven Frits Schlegel Paper Rush Oak Wicker Chair by Fritz Hansen, 1940s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Frits Schlegel Wicker rocking chair in lacquered beech and with tight and intact paper weave in both seat and back. The chair was designed in the 1940s in Denmark and is produced ...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Papercord, Rattan, Beech

Vintage Coastal Loop Rattan Twin Headboards -a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a relaxed, beachy vibe to your bedroom with this pair of Vintage Coastal Loop Rattan Twin Headboards. Beautifully crafted from natural rattan, these headboards feature an i...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Chrome, Wood, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome, wood and rattan floor lamp designed and produced by a Swedish designer, Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 57.25"H x 26.5"W x 13"D Bulb Specifications: E-26 (...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Italian Floor Lamp after Franco Albini, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury floor lamp in the style of Franco Albini. It is made of bamboo and rattan and it has the shape of two cones narrowing in the centre. It is a marvellous pie...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Jacques Adnet Faux Bamboo Wastepaper Basket
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Rare midcentury rattan and steel wastepaper basket by Jacques Adnet with brass ring handles supported on three brass faux bamboo legs.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Square Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive genuine McGuire square shaped breakfast dining table made in the California coastal organic modern style. Authentic McGuire, not a reproduction featuring an iron frame pa...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Iron

Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Corner Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace coastal charm with this Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Corner Cabinet. Inspired by the relaxed elegance of American seaside living, its woven ratta...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Rattan Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Low Rectangular Brown Rustic Bamboo and Rattan Coffee Table in Brown
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A low rectangular rattan and bamboo coffee table. This vintage coffee table is low, and perfect for entertaining. It is created from woven rattan and bamboo, and features applied ros...
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20th Century American Bohemian Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Luc Counter Chair Brown Wood Polished Brass Rina
Located in Lisbon, PT
Finishes for this listing: - Black wood frame - Natural Rattan Back - Polished Nickel foot rest - Smooth easy clean K5228 Smooth Powder 71 Made to Order. For sales with delivery...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Upholstery, Rattan, Wood

Stellar Restored Pair of Rattan Campaign Loungers, circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and upholstered. The chairs ar...
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1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Brass

Handwoven Malawi Cane Bar Stool in Traditional Weave with White Linen Cushion
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Malawi Cane's cane bar stool handwoven in a traditional style with white linen cushion provides a comfortable seat for any bar, kitchen, or dining room...
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21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Wood, Linen, Cane, Rattan

Mid-century modern Tito Agnoli P3 rattan lounge chair by Bonacina, 1960 Italy
Located in Renens, CH
Model P3 lounge chair by Tito Agnoli produced by Bonacina in Italy in 1964. The tubular metal frame gives a slender and elegant shape to this iconic rattan lounge chair. The perfec...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Coastal Large Braid Rattan Bar Stools by Wicker Works Manner of Michael Taylor-S
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Inspired by the timeless designs of Michael Taylor, this set of three barstools by Wicker Works showcases the beauty of large braid rattan craftsmanship. The curved barrel-back desig...
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1990s American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Vintage Italian Bamboo & Rattan 2 Tier Pedestal Display Plant Stand, circa 1960
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish vintage Italian bamboo & rattan two tier display plant stand, circa 1960. This fabulous plant stand is a nice large size, tall and sturdy, with a stylish design, perfect fo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Midcentury Coffee Table in Bamboo and Rattan Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury wonderful cube coffee table or side table in bamboo and rattan in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Stool with Storage Space, Italy 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Stool with Storage Space, Italy 1960s Very good condition.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Vintage Cane and Rattan Set of 2 shell-shaped Armchairs with Coffe Table, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
A Vintage Living Room Set, which can also be used outdoors, hand-crafted in Italy during the 60s in Cane and Rattan. This set consists of a pa...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Pair of Twin Vintage Pendant Lights in Cane and Woven Wicker Cane, Italy, 70s
Located in Roma, IT
We offer for sale a pair of twin pendant lights made in Italy around the 70s. The structure is essential and classic and follows the shape of two lampshades whose decoration is divid...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Rectangular Wall Mirror in Bamboo and Rattan Vivai del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Rectangular wall mirror in rattan and bamboo in the style of Vivai del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai Del Sud was a renowned brand in Roma in the 1960s and 1970s, inspi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror

Pair of Vintage Rattan Chairs With Vinyl Seats
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Vintage Rattan Chairs With Vinyl Seats. Sturdy with a horseshoe back construction. Please contact us for competitive shipping quotes.
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Mid-20th Century Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Gerard van den Berg Tall Back Light Brown Leather and Rattan Loveseat for Montis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful loveseat with buck leather seating and hanging headrest pillows on a rattan frame designed by Gerard van den Berg for Montis. The leather has beautiful patina. In original ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Leather, Rattan

Rattan & Wicker Filigree Peacock Wall Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand-braided Peacock wicker rattan Midcentury mirror, Spain 1970s Rare find. This eye-catching mirror is framed by a handwoven wicker intrincate and natural fibers combining differen...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Natural Fiber, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror

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

Rare Restored "1949er" Rattan Lounge Chair for Ficks & Reed Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A Set of four Three-strand "1949er" rattan living-room lounge chairs by Ficks Reed features decorative arched X arms and X base. Chair: 33" tall x 26" wide x 32" deep Restored to n...
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1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

American Designer, Slipper Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and white fabric slipper lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 17" All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Copper Color, Woven Cane and Terrazzo by UTU
Located in Lisbon, PT
Frame lamp stands out for its strong shapes made of Terrazzo stone, with opal glass globes kindly wrapped by a smooth, curved lacquered metal structure. Powder coated in Cobalt Blue...
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Restored Paul Frankl Inspired 5-Strand Square Pretzel4-Seat Sectional Rattn Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored rattan 5-Strand square pretzel 4-Seat Sofa offers spacious seating with a solid, durable base. It blends Paul Frankl's famous style with tropical charm and ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Rattan

Italian Wicker Lounge Chair Designed by Franco Albini for Bonacina, Italy 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Boho rattan Lounge Chair designed by Franco Albini in Italy in the '60s. Amazing mid century rattan shell-shaped armchair. These piece were produced in Italy during 60s and the desig...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Bamboo Rattan and Wicker Weave Drum Pendant Light or Lantern
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish 1960s Mid-Century Modern bamboo and wicker wire pendant lamp or lantern. This suspension lamp features a woven wicker drum shaped lampshade ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Paper

Palecek Art Deco Style Rattan Pencil Reed Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pencil reed pole rattan sofa settee featuring an ebonized lacquered finish crafted by artisans at Palecek. The rattan frame is lashed together with leather strapping in the ...
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20th Century American Art Deco Rattan Furniture

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Midcentury Organic Modern Bent Rattan Sofa Demilune Ends
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Divine midcentury organic modern bamboo rattan sofa or settee with demilune or crescent shaped ends. The bentwood rattan frame features a channel back conforming seat cushion with ne...
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20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

1960s rattan bowl in the style of Gabriella Crespi
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
1960s rattan bowl in the style of Gabriella Crespi, Made in Italy.  Beautiful rattan bowl in the style of Gabriella Crespi, can be used on a coffee table, dining table, as a fruit b...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

RARE Mid-century Sculptural Rattan Palm Tree floor Lamp, Mario Torres Lopez
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original late 1960s life-size six-foot-tall palm tree floor lamp sculpted from stick rattan and wicker with removable leaves and 3 coconut-shaped lights attributed to Mario Lopez Tor...
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Gervasoni Spin 96 Suspension Lamp in Natural Melange Rattan by Michael Sodeau
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sinuous lines reminiscent of the enveloping shape of a nest characterise the family of suspension lamps SPIN 95/96. The wraparound teardrop structure is made entirely of natural wove...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Mid-20th Century Restored Bent Rattan Telephone Settee With Smoked Glass Table
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Charming mid-century bent rattan telephone seat or bench, restored to highlight its warm patina while preserving its vintage character. Features original smoked glass inset side tabl...
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Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Rattan, Glass

1960 Set of Four "Se 05" Rattan Dining Chairs By Martin Visser For 't Spectrum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous set of 4 dining chairs, created by Martin Visser in 1960 for Dutch furniture manufacturer 't Spectrum. The model features a black metal frame with wicker seat and backrest. ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Rattan and Brass table lamp Mid-Century Modern Style
Located in Oxford, GB
Elevate your home decor with this delicately crafted rattan table lamp. This stunning piece features five intricately positioned rattan pieces with organic detail, accented by brass ...
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Early 2000s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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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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