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Material: Rattan
1960's Mid-Century Modern Bamboo And Rattan Large Wall Mirror
Located in New York, NY
1960's mid-century modern large bamboo and rattan wall mirror, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror

French Rattan Cone Armchair in the Style of Mathieu Matégot
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
perfect armchairs for gardens and terrasses. Metal and rattan give a modern twist to these french 60's armchairs.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal

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.   
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1970s French Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Rattan

Articulating Wall Light, Rattan Fabric & Brass, France 1950s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This mid-century wall light was designed and manufactured in France in the 1950s. The lamp is mounted on a brass wall bracket with an articulating arm that can be adjusted both ver...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Scandinavian Vintage Lounge Chairs attributed to Frits Schlegel, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of beautiful lounge chairs attributed to Frits Schlegel, in a neat and light design. Made from mahogany and very decorative rattan, puffy seats with white bouclé upholstery.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Mahogany, Rattan

Rue Rattan Wall Sconce Large by, DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Handwoven Rattan in Indonesia. Designed by Dunlin. An elegant, perfectly proportioned rattan wall sconce designed by Dunlin. Timeless in form and impeccable in execution, these are...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Pair of McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Armchairs and Ottomans
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mid-century modern pair of round back rattan armchairs with matching ottomans or footstools made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire artisans. The chairs featur...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Leather, Rattan, Oak

Rue Rattan Wall Sconce Small by, DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
An elegant, perfectly proportioned rattan wall sconce designed by Dunlin. Timeless in form and impeccable in execution, these are ideal sconces to frame artwork, crown a fireplace or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Midcentury Coffee Table Bamboo and Rattan Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful squared coffee table in bamboo, rattan and top glass in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex wer...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Glass

Midcentury Cesca Rattan Chair, 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...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Valinte, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan glass table lamp produced by Valinte, Finland, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.0"H x 7.0"W x 9.75"D Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard) bul...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Antonio Citterio Set Of Two Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antonio Citterio Set Of Two Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina A two- or three-seater sofa designed by Antonio Citterio and inspired by textural contrast. The exoskeleton of the base...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Rattan Half-Moon Full Headboard
Located in Bradenton, FL
A half-moon full size headboard made of wicker woven rattan. Decorated in the middle with a woven diamond and trimmed with braided rattan.
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, 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, Cane, Rattan, Mirror

Pair of 70s Italian Riviera Nightstands made in Bamboo, Rattan & Fir Wood
Located in Roma, IT
I am offering for sale a pair of vintage bedside tables made in Italy which fully represents the Riviera style that dominated Italian holiday beach houses during the 70s. Both equipp...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Fir

Rattan Nesting Side Tables with Quartz 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

Italian Designer, Wall Mounted Console, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and rattan wall mounted console designed and produced by a Italian designer, Italy, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Maruata Handwoven Dried Palm Pendant Lampshade 22inx24in
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Maruata Handwoven Palm Lamp Shade brings a bright, costal, and organic feel to your home decor. Its handcrafted design with woven palm leaves adds ...
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2010s Mexican Rustic Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Palmwood

Bamboo & rattan Side Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming three tier bamboo and rattan side table that dates to the early 20th century. We have designated its origin as English, but it could also be American. The table is...
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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Bamboo & rattan Side Table
Bamboo & rattan Side Table
$920 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Six Outdoor Dining Chairs In Rustic Grey 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 Balinese Modern Rattan Furniture

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Stainless Steel

French Riviera Wicker and Bamboo Accent Side Table, France, 1960s
Located in Valencia, VC
Vintage French Riviera Wicker & Bamboo Side Table France, circa 1960s Excellent Condition Handmade in France in the 1960s, this vintage side table features a clean, sculptural desi...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

34" Pendant Light in Handwoven Black Rattan, Ventila Collection
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Laurids Lønborg, Candelabra, Metal, Rattan, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal and rattan candelabra designed and produced by Laurids Lønborg, Denmark, 1950s. Holds 0.75” candles
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Etna Rattan Large Pendant Light, by DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Handwoven Rattan in Indonesia. Designed by Dunlin. An elegant, perfectly proportioned handmade rattan pendant with undulating waves. Handmade in rattan in a unique Dunlin-designed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Etna Rattan XL Pendant Light, by DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Designed by Dunlin. Introducing the latest addition to the Etna family, The Etna XL. A stunning pendant light or statement piece for any Living Room, Entry way or Dining Space. Wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Outdoor Woven Rope Sofa in Solid Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: Flat 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean. Fix...
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2010s Asian Modern Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Rattan, Rope, Teak

Patinated Bamboo & Rattan Lamp or Plant Stands
Located in Oxford, GB
Antiqued majestic Pair of traditional colonial or regency in style plant or lamp stands painstakingly patinated, adorning an aged blackened lacquer cerused top, organic rattan legs, with tiger bamboo strips to each of the four sides… fabulous pair bags of character and texture with that regency - colonial feel, this pair of plant stands...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine American Colonial Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

24" Pendant Light in Handwoven Black Rattan, Ventila Collection
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: 24". I...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Michael Taylor Style Wicker Rattan Settee Armchair in Scalamandre
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming living room suite consisting of a wicker rattan settee and a matching armchair. Made in the California coastal organic modern manner and style of Michael Taylor. Attributed ...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Rattan

A Pair Of Three Seat Rattan Sofas
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of three seat rattan sofas with an interesting design. As a bonus-a side table with glass top and floor lamp are included. Sofas sold w...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

A Pair Of Three Seat Rattan Sofas
A Pair Of Three Seat Rattan Sofas
$1,750 Sale Price / set
30% Off
21st Century Belgian Set of Two Rattan Lounge Chairs & Two Side Tables
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These handmade rattan chairs and low tables are perfect for adding a rustic flair to your home. Crafted in Belgium with relaxation in mind, the rattan chair seats are at a recline. S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Spanish Modernist Woven Wicker Rattan Palm Pendant Light / Lantern, 1960
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant handcrafted bamboo and rattan / wicker weave flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp, Spain, 1960s. This beautiful suspension lamp features a palm shaped rattan lampshade structure with petals made of rattan bars and woven wicker wire panels. It hangs from a chain with round rattan links anternating with bamboo sticks ended topped by a wood canopy. The chain could be shortened to adjust it to the desired height. It will be gorgeous hanging over a kitchen's table or dining area but also placed in a bedroom or bathroom to add a fresh midcentury accent in a beach house, countryside house or urban apartment. Newly wired with an E27 bulb holder. Overall measures: 46 cm diameter x 79 cm H ( overall height including chain and canopy) The lampshade excluding chain and canopy: 46 cm diameter x 26 cm height We are specialists in lighting and mirrors: A curated selection of rattan pendants and other lighting items is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. We invite you to check "more from this seller" to enjoy the whole collection. Spanish Rattan Pendant Light...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Rattan

Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamp, Finland, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Scandinavian Modern floor lamp, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Brass frame with renewed rattan weaved lampshade. The lampshade is adjustable. Good vintage condition, minor patina co...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Bamboo and Rattan Wardrobe Wardrobe - Italy - 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful and practical closet made of rattan and bamboo made in Italy in the 1960s. with. its vintage style, still in original and excellent condition can be placed in youthful envi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina A two- or three-seater sofa designed by Antonio Citterio and inspired by textural contrast. The exoskeleton of the base supports a...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

Antique Bentwood Bamboo Woven Wicker Rattan Arm Chair Boho Boheimian
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique bamboo and woven wicker / rattan armchair featuring rounded bentwood back with geometric woven pattern. Measures: 30".
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Early 20th Century Bohemian Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Bentwood

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

Vintage Native American Knitting Basket with Cover and Handles, Adirondack Regio
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage knitting basket with lid and braided strap handle is strikingly similar to the one in Ethnographic department collection of the Peabody...
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20th Century American Adirondack Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Rattan

Set of Four McGuire Rattan Barrel Back Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Extraordinary set of four well-preserved rare McGuire barrel back dining chairs or arm chairs featuring one of McGuire's most sought after designs. The ...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture

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Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Margherita Chair by Franco Albini for v. Bonacina, Italy, 1951
Located in Berlin, DE
Margherita Armchair by Franco Albini for Vittorio Bonacina. Iconic mid-century armchair with a handwoven rattan frame. Designed by Franco Albini and awarded the Gold Medal at the IX ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Glass

Rattan Green Stripe Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue
Located in Labrit, Landes
French rattan folding deck chair or lounger chair, circa 1930 Handwoven with a green stripe Very comfortable for patio or garden Folded dimensions H 24.21 x W 29.7 x D 31.3 in. (H...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Wicker

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...
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20th Century British Bohemian Rattan Furniture

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Cane, Rattan

Bamboo Rattan and Glass Round Dinning Room Table by Vivai Del Sud, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing round dinning table in bamboo, rattan and glass by Maurizio Mariani and Giusto Purini for Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Glass, Bamboo

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and cream-white fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 88.25"W x 36.0"D Seat Height (inches): 16.5" Arm Heig...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

20th Century Art Nouveau Elmwood Armchair 1307 by Prag-Rudniker, AT ca. 1903
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Another design icon in our "rare chair" collection is this fantastic Vienesse secession armchair - Mod. 1307 (first edition!) designed by Wilhelm Sc...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Elm

Mid Century Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart. Circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart in the Franco Albini's Manner. Circa 1970s Features a two-tiered frame with ornate accents and handles at both sides. ...
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1970s Unknown Bohemian Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Rattan Bar Cart
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Rattan Bar Cart. Two tiered construction with bottle holders on the shelf. In very good vintage condition with no signs of breaks. Please r...
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1970s Philippine Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Rattan

21st Century Sculptural Pencil Reed Rattan Stools - Set of Three
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning set of three Palm Beach modern pencil reed rattan stools. Their sleek, sculptural design is perfectly complemented by luxurious off-white chenille upholstery from renowned d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bohemian Rattan Furniture

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Chenille, Rattan

Mid-Century Rattan Table Lamp, France 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This mid-century table lamp was designed and manufactured in Franke in the 1960s. The light features a sculptural rattan base in a classic mid-century hourglass form, skillfully con...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan

Rattan Wicker Side Table / Night Stand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Nightstand Table , Rattan, Wicker, 1960s Lovely wicker and rattan side table / bedside table / night stand / drinks table with filigree peacock details and glass top, This ta...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Glass

Gio Ponti Natural Aswood Superleggera Chair For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Gio Ponti Natural Aswood Superleggera Chair For Cassina Manufactured since 1957, the 699 Superleggera wood chair is the rare combination of the architect’s innovative quest and the ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Ash

Vintage Set of 6 Rattan Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered Blue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage set of 6 rattan Chinese Chippendale dining chairs, 4 side dining chairs & 2 arm chairs. Original rattan may have some minor discolorations, marks. We've meticulously cleaned ...
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1970s American Chinese Chippendale Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Upholstery, Rattan

Table Lamps, Pencil Reed Rattan and Brass, Vivai Del Sud Italy 1960s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These mid-century table lamps were designed and manufactured in Italy in the 1960s to 1970s. The lights feature ball shaped bases crafted from pencil rattan, giving them a textured ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Brass

Dry Bar with Stool in Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker by Tito Agnoli, Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century dry bar with stool made in a gorgeous mix of bamboo, rattan, wicker and formica. This charming organic bar was designed by Ti...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Formica, Wood

Antique Exotic Folding & Adjustable Daybed "British Campaign Furniture" London
Located in Antwerp, BE
Victorian walnut-stained beech campaign style day bed with caned seat designed to be folded up it's ratcheted on all three sections to adjust to numerous positions including flat, se...
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1870s British Early Victorian Antique Rattan Furniture

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Rattan, Walnut

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Desk Writing Table Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing desk writing table in bamboo, rattan and wood with one drawer in the style of Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpe...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture

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Metal

Tangram lounge chair
Located in República, SP
The Tangram lounge chair gets its name from the geometric planes that are so evident in its profile, resembling the tangram puzzle and the action of assembling with shapes. The cro...
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Upholstery, Rattan, Hardwood

Rattan Coffee Table with Patagonia 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Rattan Furniture

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Pair of Bamboo Rattan Round Stools or Side Tables, Franco Albini Style
Located in Barcelona, ES
Italian midcentury rattan and bamboo stools, 1950s-1960s These eye-catching stools / footstools can be used as end tables, side tables or nightstands. They have a nice construction and a clean design inspired in Michael Thonet bentwood stools...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Rattan, Cane

Midcentury Rattan Split Reed Rectangular Wall Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
Italian Designer Midentury wall mirror, split reed, bamboo, rattan, Italy, 1960s. This cool rectangular mirror was handcrafted with bamboo cane and rattan. Its design combines Midcentury and Oriental accents. It will be a nice addition to be used in a bathroom or as wall mirror / console mirror in any other room or entry hall. Perfect for a beach house interior...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Reed, Mirror

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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