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Material: Rattan
Set of Four McGuire Woven Rawhide Rattan Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of four woven leather rawhide and rattan dining armchairs from McGuire's Antalya collection. Hand-crafted in the coastal California modern organic style featuring a thick rattan pole frame covered with a geometric pattern of woven lattice leather rawhide laces. The leather and rattan have a natural warm pecan light...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol Chair for Rougier, France, 1950s
Located in LEWES, GB
Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol Chair for Rougier, France, 1950s. Some minor cane losses but overall in good original condition.
The price is for a single ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of rattan armchairs, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of rattan armchairs with black lacquered steel legs. Produced in Brazil, 1960s.
Very good condition with small signs of usage.
Please note: matching table + sofa also available.
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$10,147 / set
Henry Olko for Willow and Reed Sculpted Rattan and Cane Throne Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie high back throne chairs or lounge chairs
By Henry Olko for Willow and Reed, ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of two chairs, design Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s. The chairs are from the University of Helsinki. Birch frame with rattan backrest. Shearling upholstery. Good vintage conditio...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Rattan, Birch
Dutch Colonial Teak Round Back Chair, Late 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, NL
AN INDONESIAN TEAK WOOD ROUND-BACK CHAIR
Indonesia/Jakarta (Batavia), late 18th century
The wood elegantly carved and curved, the round-back and seating with cane.
H. 87 x W. 61 cm
Seat height 42.5 cm
Note:
Round back chairs, starting with the burgomaster chairs...
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Late 18th Century Indian Dutch Colonial Antique Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Stylish Pair of Bamboo & Rattan Fan Back Arm Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish pair of island-ish bamboo and rattan fan back arm chairs having a warm faux tortoise finish.
arm height 24"
Category
1970s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
SET OF 2 WILLIAM DUNKEL FOR TECTA D44 CANTILEVER ARMCHAIRS RATTAN, GERMANY 1960s
Located in Reutlingen, DE
Set of 2 amazingly beautiful and rare Tecta D44 Kragstuhl cantilever armchairs in Rattan and chromed steel tube frame with original seat cushions, Germany 1960s.
Very rare as a wide...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Two Rare Chairs in Shearling and Birch, Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of two chairs, design Arttu Brummer, Finland, 1940s. The chairs are from the University of Helsinki. Birch frame with rattan backrest. Shearling upholstery. Good vintage conditio...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wool, Rattan, Birch
Mid-Century Armchairs Designed by Jan Kalous for ÚLUV, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Armchairs Designed by Jan Kalous for ÚLUV, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
This rare and unique pair of armchairs, expertly designed by renowned Czech architect Jan Kalous, was ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech
Midcentury Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Shell-Shaped Armchair, Italy, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury Rattan shell armchair. This piece was produced in Italy in the 1950s and is attributed to the mastery of Franco Albini.
The uniqueness of this armchair is due t...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Cesca Chair by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Germany, 1990s
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cesca armchair model S64 by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, crafted in 1992. The frame, meticulously constructed from tubular chrome steel, exudes modern elegance, while the distinctive ra...
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1990s German Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Metal
ARCO RATTAN BAMBOO WICKER ARMCHAIR LOUNGE CHAIR, GERMANY 1960s
Located in Reutlingen, DE
Very beautiful and rare ARCO rattan and bamboo armchair in an exceptional design and shape in top original condition, Germany 1960s
There‘s a second one available on request.
Ma...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Italian mid-century modern rattan armchairs with curved armrests, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Beautiful and classic Italian mid-century modern rattan armchairs with curved armrests, 1960s
Armchairs with structure entirely in rattan with bands to hold it all together, with cur...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Pair of 'Cesca' chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1980s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of 'Cesca' chairs designed by Marcel Breuer, produced during the 1980s.
Rare version with rattan.
Good vintage condition.
Please note: set of 3 available, listed price is for ...
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1980s German Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
$1,432 / item
Ming Dynasty Style Scholar's Lamp-Hanger Chair with Rattan Inset Seat and Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Ming Dynasty style antique scholar's chair from the early 20th century, with inset rattan back splat and seat. This Ming Dynasty style scholar's chair from the early 20th century e...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Rohé Noordwolde rattan child's chair, 1958
Located in Bern, CH
Rohé Noordwolde ‘Rattan Chair’ designed in 1958. Tubular enameled metal base with hooped bamboo and rattan seat. In beautiful original condition with very little sign of wear. Rarel...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$243 Sale Price
35% Off
Horseshoe Back Chair with Bamboo Fretwork Geometric Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A horseshoe back black lacquered wooden armchair from the 20th century with bamboo geometric fretwork and cushion. Created during the 20th century, this armchair features an elegant...
Category
1980s Burmese Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Midcentury Italian "Margherita" Rattan Armchairs by Franco Albini for Bonacina
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Iconic Franco Albini pair of armchairs model "Margherita" 1951, manufactured by Bonacina.
Margherita is considered the first "legless" armchair of...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
DOOQ Organic Modern Armchair Havana in Solid Walnut and Soft Kiwi Cotton Velvet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Celebrating a one night affair in the Caribbean paradise, Havana armchair insinuates the pleasures of a bohemian lifestyle with its flirtatious and see through shapes, reminding us o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern French Bamboo "Papasan" Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern French Bamboo "Papasan" lounge chair with a beautiful patina.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Rare Wicker Egg Shaped Armchair by Wim Den Boon, Holland, 1952
By Wim Den Boon
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare wicker Egg shaped armchair by Wim Den Boon, Holland 1952 This armchair was designed by Wim Den Boon in 1952 and produced by the Jonkers brothers in ...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
1930s French Hendaye Armchair by Pierre Dariel
Located in Toronto, CA
Armchair from the Thirties, by French designer Pierre Dariel (1889 – 1953), sporting a folding backrest that allows for three different seating positions. The cane weaving creates a ...
Category
1930s French Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Oak
DOOQ Organic Modern Armchair Havana in Solid Walnut and Beige Boucle
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Celebrating a one night affair in the Caribbean paradise, Havana armchair insinuates the pleasures of a bohemian lifestyle with its flirtatious and see through shapes, reminding us o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Pair of 1970s Rattan Lounge Chairs by Alberto Smania, Reimagined by FORME
By Smania
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
A sophisticated blend of vintage Italian craftsmanship and contemporary comfort, this exquisite pair of lounge chairs was originally designed in the 1970s by Alberto Smania for Smani...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Rattan
La Luna Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
La Luna easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Rattan, polyurethane foam, maple.
Also available in other colors.
Dimensions: 75 cm x 77 cm x H 72 cm
La Luna’s quiet sop...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Foam, Maple
$2,718 / item
Wicker Salterini Radar Style Chairs With Pedestal Side Tables Seating Set
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This listing is for all (4) pieces as a group.
We procured all four pieces as a set from same owner, so we're certain the maker is the same for both the chairs and tables. These are everything we love about the Salterini Radar chairs...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Country Style Vintage Hand-Woven Rattan Armchair with Rounded Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Burmese country style hand woven rattan and bamboo armchair from the mid-20th Century, with rounded open back, looping arms and side stretchers. Created in Burma during the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Burmese Country Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
21st Century European Set of Four Nice Arm Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A set of four classic 1930s European bistro chairs reedition, crafted of lightweight rattan and Artfibre. The woven design has white and taupe colored wide stripes. Following a time-...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Polystyrene
Set of 3 French Rattan Vintage Design Armchairs from the 1950s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this set of 3 luxurious French rattan vintage design armchairs from the 1950s.
This stunning set of vintage rattan chairs is a true eye-catcher, in our opinion. They are...
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20th Century Classical Roman Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Art Deco Rattan Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Art Deco rattan armchairs, circa 1930.
1 is in very good condition, lack of rattan on the second (see photos).
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
$7,162 / set
Franco Albini Style Wicker Bamboo Rocking Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rare Franco Albini style arm rattan rocking chair. This chair features a steam bent bamboo frame.
This rare rocking chair was made in the late 1950s-1970s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Pair of Armchairs in style of Josef Franck, Finland, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of armchairs, manufactured in Finland, 1940s. Stained birch frame with rattan backrest, later reupholstered with floral fabric. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with ag...
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Birch
Pair of 60s French rattan wicker armchairs design I442
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of French rattan armchairs from the 60s. Frame in woven tinted rattan (original) and “compass legs” in lacquered metal (original paint). Very fine vintage condition, with traces...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Italian Liberty outdoor armchair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Liberty outdoor armchair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Outdoor armchair entirely in woven rattan. The rounded backrest is in ratt...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Haruki Miyagima for Bonacina Italian Midcentuty Rattan Rocking Chair, 1960s
By Haruki Miyagima, Pierantonio Bonacina
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design rocking chair model ‘BP 12’ designed by Haruki Miyagima and manufactured by Pierantonio Bonacina with frame in rattan, rush, and fabric upholstered ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Rush
$3,342 Sale Price
20% Off
Rattan Chair with Tropical Cheetah and Palm Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
New cushions with emerald green and salmon orange indoor / outdoor fabric on this vintage rattan armchair. Made in San Francisco, California by Palecek. The new removable cushions have been covered in a performance fabric with tropical themed cheetahs and palms print. The bentwood and streamlined frame is in the transitional style between Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern and remind us of lounge chairs and designs by Franco Albini and Paul Frankl. The colorful fabric adds a pinch of coastal Florida...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard Scandinavian Midcentury Rattan Wood Chair Armchair 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian armchair chair, modern antique vintage, designed by Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard with wooden frame, rattan seat and back, Denmark 1960s production.
The session is original of...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$3,342 Sale Price
20% Off
New Upholstered Rattan Seating Set, 4x Armchairs 1x Stool 1x Coffee Table, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
New upholstered rattan seating set consisting of 4x swivel and tilt armchairs 1x stool 1x coffee table, 1960s Italy.
The armchairs and the stool have been newly upholstered. A uni...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Smoked Glass
Midcentury Wicker Bergère Armchair by Eugenia Alberti Reggio for Ciceri, 1950
Located in Roma, IT
A piece of great charm that reinterprets the archetype of the armchair by subtraction, emptying its padding without depriving itself of comfort and "lightening" with the use of natur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
$1,814 Sale Price
20% Off
Elinor McGuire M-71 Occasional Chair
Located in Highland, IN
Elinor McGuire designed this model M-71 occasional chair for McGuire of San Fransisco, the company she started with her husband John. McGuire furniture is made to last for generation...
Category
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Pair of Midcentury Circle Sided Rattan Arm Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of gracefully curved back rattan arm chairs with corset backs and circle sides. Two orange cushions.
Category
1960s Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Midcentury Modern Style Rattan Armchairs In Custom Finishes-Set of 2
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The natural wooden structure features a rattan back and side handcrafted using the Portuguese traditional techniques. Two upholstered velvet cushions are placed on the seat and back of the armchair
Treatments: Fire Resistant; Pet Proof; Water Repellent Velvet...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Fabric
Industrial armchair DUV with arms Concrete leather handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
Murmurio's armchair with arm DUV sturdy iron structure provides a solid foundation, while the intricately woven rattan backrest, supported by an ashwood frame, adds a touch of natura...
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2010s Portuguese Industrial Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol Splendid pair of armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2607
Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol
Splendid pair of armchairs in lacquered rattan and curved metal.
Prod. Edition Rougier, Holland, 1950ca.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Set of 4 Chairs Zigo Metal Rattan by Ron Arad for Driade, Italy, 1990s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Set of 4 dining chairs armchairs model Zigo by the designer Ron Arad for the italian editor Driade in 1993. Lacquered metal and rattan. Famous design like Gio Ponti, Gianfranco Fratt...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Restored Aqua Turquoise 5-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Five-strand square pretzel arm rattan chairs with stacked bases in the style of Paul Frankl. Both chairs have been professionally custom-painted in a Aqua Turquoise finish.
Included...
Category
1940s Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Paint
$5,190 Sale Price / set
35% Off
McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Leather Library Armchair
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome McGuire library armchair made in the organic modern style. The armchair features a pole rattan construction with leather rawhide laces with a rich dark stain finish. The gen...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bent Bamboo Rattan Two Patio Armchairs, 1960s, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Riviera style vintage bent bamboo rattan set of two garden patio armchairs or Lounge chairs designed, 1960s, Italy.
The set o...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$4,584 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid-Century Sculpted Armchair in Oak and Rattan, France, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Sculpted Armchair in Oak and Rattan, France, 1960s
This rare and exceptional armchair, expertly designed and crafted in France during the 1960s, is a remarkable example ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Vintage 1950s Dutch design rattan armchair with beautiful organic shapes
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This rattan armchair boasts an elegant design and can be easily styled with a cushion or a sheepskin, for example. The chair fits effortlessly into almost any interior, and not only ...
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1950s Classical Roman Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
American Natural Rattan Woven Chair
Located in Queens, NY
American (Mid 20th Cent) natural rattan woven tub shaped arm chair with a round back design
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
DOOQ Swivel Egoísta Armchair with Solid Walnut, Rattan and Green Velvet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
With its name being the direct translation of selfish in Portuguese, this armchair revolves around its own universe. Within a refined, elegant and distinctive frame, resembling the n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Handmade Olivia Armchair in Rattan & Matte Walnut Frame by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Nolita Harbour Olivia Armchair is a masterpiece of modern elegance and comfort. This beautifully designed armchair features a plush, spacious seat upholstered in luxurious fabric, en...
Category
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Italian mid-century modern rattan armchair by Antonio Dal Vera, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern rattan armchair by Antonio Dal Vera, 1960s
Armchair entirely in finely woven rattan. The backrest, armrests and seat have a rounded profile. Round section ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
1980s Rattan Armchair
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Europe
- Minor signs of wear
- suspension seat
- height of seat 45 cm
Category
1980s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Pair of rattan armchairs
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Incredible pair of rattan « eggs » armchairs circa 1970.
New bouclé white fabric cushions.
Very comfortable, great condition.
Category
1970s Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
$2,865 / set
Vintage Set of Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 Cane Armchairs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Beautiful set of (4) Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 armchairs. A wonderful and iconic set of chairs originally designed by Van Der Rohe in 192...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$12,000 / set
Italian mid-century modern armchair Margherita by Albini for Bonacina, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern armchair Margherita by Franco Albini for Bonacina, 1960s
Armchair model Margherita with backrest and seat made of curved and woven rattan. At the center of...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Italian Rattan and Bamboo Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina. Italy 60s
By Bonacina, Tito Agnoli
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice Rattan armchair designed by Tito Agnoli and manufactured by Bonacina
Made in Italy in the 60s
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Rattan Armchairs for Sale on 1stDibs
Shopping for vintage rattan armchairs for your living room? Lightweight, durable and versatile, rattan furniture is whatever one wants it to be: elegant or rustic, chic or workaday.
For rattan wingback chairs, recliners, bergère chairs and other rattan armchairs and seating, there is no shortage of popular search terms for interested parties — suggestions include Bielecky Brothers, New York–based makers of handcrafted rattan furniture since 1903; Milanese artist-designer Gabriella Crespi, who blended rattan with brass in sexy, sculptural pieces during the 1970s; and Peacock chairs, a catchall term for the numberless iterations of the beloved high-backed seat.
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, antique and vintage 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 armchairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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