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Material: Rattan
Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Metal, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, metal and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 53.0"H x 28.0"W x 28.0"D
Bulb Specifications: E-...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Ferguson Copeland Tortoise & Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Ferguson Copeland Tortoise and Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchairs.
Feature a Bent Rattan frame with leather strap joints, brown pain...
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal
Louis Sognot Midcentury Cotton, Bamboo and Rattan Italian Table Lamp, 1950s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful mid-century table lamp in bamboo and rattan. This stunning lighting item was made in France in the 1960s in the style of Louis Sognot.
The outer structure is made up of ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Bamboo, Rattan
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
Materials
Metal
Cone Shaped Rattan Wall Light
Located in Oxford, GB
Introducing an elegant and exclusive atmosphere into your space with this handcrafted pencil reed rattan wall sconce lamp. Crafted in a ...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$516 / item
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Rattan Furniture
Materials
Quartz, Brass
Spanish Modernist Woven Wicker Rattan Palm Pendant Light, 1960s
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 af...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Paper, Rattan
Antique Chinese Reed Rattan Birdcage Porcelain Bowls, Jade, with Pin Lock
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This antique Chinese birdcage, crafted from red reed rattan, features porcelain feeder bowls. Adorned with jade and mother-of-pearl accents, it showcases exquisite craftsmanship. A p...
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Early 1900s Antique Rattan Furniture
Materials
Jade
$1,180 Sale Price
20% Off
Fantastic Rattan Floor lamp and table 1970s
By Rohé Rotan
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful Floor lamp with table. Hand made Rattan . Linen shade .
Very good condition . 1970s .One large E27 bulb needed. foot switch .
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$1,723 / item
Midcentury Lucite and Wicker Vase Centerpiece Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing handkerchief vase / centerpiece / bowl in lucite and wicker in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
Great accessory for any modern int...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass
Mid-century rattan children’s lounge chair, the Netherlands 1960s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Netherlands / 1960 / childrens chair / metal, rattan / Mid-Century / Vintage
Vintage bohemian rattan chair with black glazed frame from the 1960s. Suitable for small children. This ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal
Clam Shell Pencil Reed Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Mid-century modern shell-shaped rattan wall lamps with a French Parisian design can add a touch of elegance and style to any space. These lamps often feature a combination of rattan ...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Rattan trunk, Italy 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Rattan trunk.
Italian production, 1980
Dimensions: 80 L x 48 H x 45 D cm
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Gio Ponti Natural Aswood Superleggera Chair For Cassina
By Gio Ponti
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
Materials
Rattan, Ash
$2,228 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Superb Pair of Rattan, Cane and Brass Loungers by John Wisner for Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional pair of vintage Campaign style lounge chairs from a near impossible to find seating series by Ficks Reed, circa 1954. Stout rattan and hardwood frame with a beautiful ...
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1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Restored Paul T Frankl Style Rattan 5-Strand Square Pretzel 5-Seat Sectional
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored rattan sofa seamlessly blends style, vintage charm, and modern comfort, featuring a 5-seater sectional with five-strand square pretzel arms and stacked ratt...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Large Bamboo Rattan Rectangular Wall Mirror with Geometric Frame, Spain, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Chinoiserie Tiki style rectangular wall mirror. Spain, 1960s.
Gorgeous Tiki style rectangular mirror handcrafted with bamboo canes. It has a highly decorative frame with oriental inspired geometric decorations at the corners and a large glass surface.
This mirror is in very good vintage condition.
Terrific aged patina.
Overall dimensions: 80 cm H x 56 cm W x 4 cm D // 31,49 in H x 22,04 in W
Glass measures : 69 cm H x 47,5 cm W // 27,16 in H x 18,70 in W
We are specialists in wall mirrors / sunburst mirrors: A curated selection of rattan, bamboo and wicker mirror is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace.
Rectangular Rattan Mirror // Midcentury Rattan Spanish...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Heywood Wakefield Style Wicker Twin Headboards, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of off-white Heywood Wakefield style twin size headboards. Bentwood bamboo frames support curved wicker woven rattan in a camel back shape. Decorated with open weave windows a...
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Late 20th Century Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
French Marble Top Faux Bamboo Side Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
A French colonial style side table. The faux bamboo frame supports a marble table top with marble back splash and sides. A single drawer in front is decorated with strips of faux bam...
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Rattan Furniture
Materials
Marble
Rattan Sunburst Mirror in Black Patina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Black Mid-Century Modern Rattan mirror, Spain 1960s.
This handcrafted mirror features a round rattan frame with loop decorations placed in sunbur...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Mirror
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.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
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
Pagoda Dog Bed with Asian Cushion Hand Woven Rattan and Bell Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking, unique, and undeniably a statement piece—not just for your dog, but for how much you cherish them. This exquisite rattan bed takes the shape of a Pagoda, featuring a delicate framework around the base that supports a Scotch-Guarded fabric adorned with scenes of Asian workers and landscapes, reminiscent of your own bedding. Aquired from Kathy Hilton's personal collection. The case can quickly be removed for cleaning and the back in place in a jiffy.
Each corner is adorned with a charming, dangling rattan bell, adding to its thoughtful and well-executed design.Crafted with a sturdy metal framework, this woven rattan bed...
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20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
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
Materials
Rattan, Elm
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Bamboo Motif Armoire Linen Press by C
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking Late 20th Century chinoiserie armoire or linen press by Chelsea House, featuring exquisite hand-painted scenes in the chinoiserie style.
The cabinet showcases a deep green...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Rattan & Bamboo Rectangular Wall Mirror, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Marvellous wall mirror in bamboo and rattan.
This item was produced in Italy during the central part of the 1960s.
An incredible and iconic mirror that will add deepness, ele...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Joan Miró Barcelona 1973 Limited Edition Lithography on Burlap Rare Artwork
By Joan Miró
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Joan Miró Barcelona 1973 Limited Edition Lithography on Burlap Rare Artwork
A rare and extraordinary folder portfolio artwork piece designed by Joan Miró to house the iconic "Barc...
Category
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$7,321 Sale Price
35% Off
McGuire Rattan Wicker Case Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a vintage McGuire sofa; it showcases the brand’s signature blend of California casual elegance and masterful craftsmanship. The frame is meticulously ha...
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Set of 2 Contemporary Cane Back Barstool in Ebony
Located in NEW YORK, NY
With a hint of retro, the design of this stool is inspired from the 1950s and the modernist movement of that period.
W 51cm 20”
D 56,5cm 22”
H 101.5cm 40”
SH 79cm 31”
Materials: ...
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2010s European Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Riviera mirror Bamboo with Rattan original , 1960s
Located in La xara, VC
French Riviera bamboo and rattan mirror with scrolling detail around the frame. Mediterranean, circa 1960s.
This Mediterranean wall mirror features an oval bamboo frame surrounded b...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
$474 Sale Price
20% Off
Spanish Modernist Woven Rattan Bamboo Palm Pendant Lamp / Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant handcrafted bamboo and braided rattan / wicker flower shaped or palm pendant hanging lamp. Spain, 1960s.
This beautiful suspension lamp features a large palm shaped bamboo la...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
$1,849 Sale Price
20% Off
Round Rattan Side Table with Filigree Details, Spain 60's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Round End or Side Table in Rattan, Spain, 1960s
Eye-catching handcrafted wicker cane side table or stand with beautiful artistic filigree work.
This round table has all the taste of...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Bohemian Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Pair of McGuire Boho Rattan Target Back Armchairs with Ottoman
By John McGuire
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of John Elinor McGuire lounge armchairs in honeyed brown bamboo and rattan, beautifully formed with square backs detailed by X splats with target motif concentric circles in g...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Leather
Mid-Century Coffee or Side Table in Bamboo, Rattan and Smoked Glass, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous mid-century organic two tier coffee or side table fully made in bamboo and hand-woven wicker with smoked glasses. This charming and unique piece was designed in Italy during...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass, Smoked Glass
Pair Vintage Wicker 4-Shelves Folding Etagere Stand Bookcases
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Vintage Wicker 4 Shelves Folding Etagere Stand Bookcases. Measures 15" in width, 9.5" in depth and 44.5" in height.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Seagrass
Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant midcentury French Riviera rattan, bamboo and hand-woven wicker rocking chair. This fantastic piece was designed and manufactured in Italy during the 1960s.
This armchair has...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Rattan Modern Wall Mounted Magazine Rack Aldo. Mid-Century Style
Located in Oxford, GB
Rattan Modern Wall
Mounted Magazine Rack Aldo,
This stylish and functional wall-mounted rattan magazine rack embodies the clean lines and natural materials characteristic of danish...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Woven Rattan Bar Cart by Helmut Magg, Germany 1960's
By Helmut Magg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
German Mid-Century black enameled metal frame bar cart designed by Helmut Magg for Deutsche Werkstätten GmbH, Germany 1960's. Outfitted with a rattan bottle compartment, two levels o...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
6 Vintage McGuire Woven Rattan Bamboo Chairs Set
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage McGuire dining chairs set of 6 chairs. Made of woven rattan on. Bamboo bases. 4 brocade cushions s available.
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$2,730 / set
Midcentury Teak and Cord Shade Hanging Lamp by Temde, circa 1960
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A teak hanging lamp from the 1960s, crafted by the Swiss company Temde. This meticulously detailed piece exemplifies perfectionism and quality, featuring a Japanese-inspired design. ...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Teak, Plastic
Curved Rattan Shelf
Located in Oxford, GB
Indulge your space with the unique aesthetic of this Pencil Reed Rattan Curved Floating Shelf. Crafted from natural materials, this shelf exudes quality and longevity. Its curved des...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$205 / item
Bureau vintage de Louis Sognot en rotin et bois des années 60
By Louis Sognot
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bureau vintage des années 60, très joli design attribué à Louis Sognot, en rotin, plateau et tiroirs en bois de chêne, 3 tiroirs, très beau travail du rotin, très bon état général av...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Italian Designer, Wall Mirror, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and rattan wall mirror likely designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 25.0"H x 25.0"W x 1.5"D
All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass, Mirror
Rattan Natural Hexa Side Table
Located in Paris, FR
Side Table Rattan Natural Hexa with
all structure in rattan in natural finish.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$1,366 / item
Pair of Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Weave and Chrome Table Lamps
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A pair of Mid-20th Century table lamps featuring handwoven rattan bodies with a herringbone weave and polished chrome hardware. The rattan has been refinished to bring out its natura...
Category
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
McGuire Style Sheaf Wheat Round Side Table with Marble Top
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This impressive table base showcases iconic sheaf of wheat rattan craftsmanship. We added a round marble top to this sculptural, organic modern pedestal making it a perfect piece for...
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Marble
French Mid-Century Sunburst Wall Mirror, 1960s, in Natural Bamboo and Rattan
Located in Barcelona, ES
Evoking the relaxed elegance of French Riviera interiors from the 1960s, this handcrafted sunburst mirror in natural bamboo and rattan is a radiant example of mid-century design meet...
Category
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Mirror, Rattan
$1,242 Sale Price
44% Off
Italian Rattan and Brass Centerpiece Basket with Handles 1970s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Elegant centerpiece basket that perfectly combines the warmth of hand-woven rattan with the sophisticated shine of polished brass handles and trim. Inspired by the iconic style of Ga...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
$569 Sale Price
20% Off
John Wisner Ficks Reed Pagoda Bamboo Rattan Lounge Chair With Ottoman Set
Located in Southampton, NJ
Ficks Reed Pagoda style lounge chair & ottoman set of bamboo, rattan, raffia with springer seats and ottoman. In marvelous vintage condition with excellent cane and banding throughou...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$920 Sale Price
20% Off
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wicker Tulip Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The pendant lamp comes with 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition. It runs both on 110/230 Volt. Delivery without bulbs.
The height can be ad...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Antique Stool France Dordogne attributed to Charlotte Perriand for Robert
Located in Antwerp, BE
The stool attributed to the design by Charlotte Perriand an icon of the French design of the 50s. Made of oak wood with braided straw seat. The model of the stool is not square but ...
Category
1950s French Country Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$722 Sale Price
51% Off
Vintage Boho Bielecky Brothers Wrapped Rattan Credenza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A true masterpiece of design and craftsmanship, this exquisite vintage credenza comes from the legendary luxury maker, Bielecky Brothers. The entire piece is meticulously enveloped i...
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Rattan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian Designer, Sconce, Rattan, Fiberglass, Cord, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan, fiberglass and cord sconce designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Cord, Rattan, Fiberglass
Mid-Century Style Armchair In Black Frame & Navy Blue Resistant Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary with a refined mid-century nod, this accent chair embraces minimalist curves and soft geometry. Its clean silhouette and subtle detailing make it suitable for upscale in...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Floor Lamp, Metal, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, metal and rattan floor lamp attributed to Svend Aage Holm Sørensen for ASEA, Sweden, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 54"H x 14.25"W x 22"D
Bulb Specifications: E-26 (S...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Rattan & Bamboo Round Wall Mirror, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful round wall mirror in bamboo and rattan.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
Orbette by Ango, Hand-Woven Rattan Modular Pendant Light
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Orbette pendant light, handwoven with super fine rattan with 1 mm. strand, is taking the lead from the large Triple Orbit pendant light launched in Paris three years ago. Orbette is an exciting new modular pendant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Pair of 70s Italian Nightstands made in Plywood Bamboo, Cane & Woven Rattan
Located in Roma, IT
I am offering for sale a pair of vintage nightstands made in Italy dating back to the mid-70s and 80s.
Both equipped with a drawer and a lower shelf, they have an essential, stable a...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Plywood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Woven Wicker Parsons Waterfall Console, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Versatile Parsons design waterfall console rendered in woven wicker finished on all sides, Italy, 1970s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Wood, Wicker
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.