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Material: Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Italian Pair of Bamboo and Wicker Sofa Beds, 1960s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian pair of bamboo and wicker sofa beds or single beds. The beds need a mattress of cm. 85 x 190 (Standard Italian single bed size).   
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan

Ficks Reed Rattan Sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
A 1960s natural finish three seat rattan Ficks Reed sofa from a beautiful North Shore of Long Island estate. In excellent original condition. We have two matching Ficks Reed swivel rattan saucer...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Fabric, Rattan

Pair of Spanish Round Stools / Side Tables in Rattan with Cane Top, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Spanish Modernist handcrafted stools with wicker wire top, rattan, bamboo. Spain, 1960s-1970s. This cool rattan round stools feature a bamboo structure with a canage top. Thi...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Set of Eight Thomas Pheasant for McGuire Rattan Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous set of eight wicker rattan dining chairs designed by Thomas Pheasant for McGuire. The chairs feature a distinctive oak frame embellished with fine woven wicker and topped wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

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Leather, Wicker, Rattan, Oak

Gian Franco Legler Pair of Rattan and Metal "Basket" Chairs, 1950s
Located in Naples, IT
Pair of Basket model stackable chairs designed by Italian-Swiss designer Gian Franco Legler with a honey-colored woven rattan seat and a black metal base. They are in good condition ...
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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Metal

Set of 3 Boho Chic Vintage Rattan Lounge Chairs with Swivel Base
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of 3 lounge chairs features solid rattan construction, original white washed finish, vintage floral upholstery, and swivel base. Dimensions: 29w 24d 37h 19sh 23.5ah Condit...
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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Stick Rattan Lounge Chairs After Albini - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Inspired by the timeless designs of Franco Albini, this pair of vintage stick rattan lounge chairs brings an effortlessly breezy, coastal elegance to any interior. With beautifully a...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan

1960s Riviera Style French Chaise Longue
Located in Paris, FR
1960s Riviera style French rattan chaise longue.
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1960s French Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Curved Bamboo and Leather with White Fabric, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Mid-Century organic sofa, fully made in bamboo, knotted leather, and chestnut wood. This elegant piece was produced in Italy during the 1960s. This sofa is incredible as ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Brass

Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Sofa With Cabana Striped Cushions
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Coastal sofa. A chic bent rattan with a classic pretzel arm. A fabulous bright blue cabana striped cushions set. Acquired from...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, 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 Seating

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Rattan

Set of Four McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Cathedral Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic set of four organic modern rattan dining chairs made by McGuire. "Cathedral" style dining chairs designed by John McGuire feature a Gothic lancet arch style back with an open ...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

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Leather, Fabric, Rattan

American Modern, Bamboo, Rattan, Arm Chairs, USA, 1970s
Located in Manhasset, NY
American Modern, Bamboo, Rattan, Arm Chairs, USA, 1970s Pair of American modernist armchairs having a woven rattan pattern on the arms and backrest and non-removable cheetah fabric ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan

Adjustable Chaise Longue / Lounge Chair in Woven Wicker and Rattan, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular reclinable armchair / lounge chair fully made in curved bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker.  This gorgeous lounge chairs was produced in Italy during the 1970s and are ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Charming, very elegant vintage Thonet design dining room/bistro chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered this charming, very elegant vintage Thonet design dining room/bistro chair. This great chair with its charming appearance is a real eye-catcher in almost any interior. As fa...
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20th Century Austrian Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Wood

Oscar Niemeyer - MARQUESA Bench
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
The Marquesa bench by Oscar Niemeyer and his daughter Ana Maria Niemeyer was originally designed in 1974. This iconic design embodies Niemeyer's exquisite curves and sweeping forms t...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Wood

Oscar Niemeyer - MARQUESA Bench
Oscar Niemeyer - MARQUESA Bench
$14,717 Sale Price
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Extraordinary Pair of Art Deco Style Loungers by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of rare lounge chairs is unique on the market. They are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professional...
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1980s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Organic Modern Rattan Fanback Peacock & Curved Back Chair
Located in Southampton, NJ
Vintage rattan curved fan back in excellent vintage condition. Newer upholstery enhanced with custom goose down filled back cushion upholstered in tribal weave blue & white cotton li...
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1990s American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

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Cotton, Linen, Bamboo, Rattan

Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan or Wicker Arm Desk, Dining or Occasional Chair
Located in St. Louis, MO
Barbara Barry designed for McGuire Furniture of San Francisco. Dark stained Rattan dining chair, can be used as a desk chair or Occasional chair. All original, light touch up. Label.
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Early 2000s Unknown Hollywood Regency Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Franco Albini, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Bamboo, Rattan, Lounge Chair, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Franco Albini, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Bamboo, Rattan, Lounge Chair, 1960s An organic modern rattan lounge chair by Franco Albini and produced in Italy circa 1960s. This piece f...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan

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

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Six Chairs After Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of six chairs After Charlotte Perriand, By unknown manufacturer, from France, circa 1980. Materials: Wood and rattan. In original condi...
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1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Wood

Art Deco Three Piece Rattan Suite by The Heywood Wakefield Company
Located in Nashua, NH
A five piece suite of Art Deco Rattan furniture,C.1929, American, Heywood Wakefield Co. Gardner, Ma.This set of rattan is also known as stick...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating

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Wicker, Rattan, Reed

Ole Wanscher Pair of Rosewood Colonial Chairs, 1950s
Located in London, England
Ole Wanscher PJ-149 Colonial chairs, 1949. These examples made from Brazilian rosewood with woven rattan cane seats. Produced by Poul Jeppesen, Denmark, circa 1950s. Cognac bro...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Rosewood

6 piece suite John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Collection Bamboo Rattan
Located in South Charleston, WV
6 pieces, from "The Far Horizons Collection" by John Wisner. Measurements listed further down. All purchased together and identical wood and finish...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Cane, Rattan

John Wisner Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Sofa in Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery
Located in Southampton, NJ
1950's John Wisner Ficks Reed Far Horizons rattan sofa with new wrapped foam inserts to the original custom cushions in vibrant Jack Lenor Larsen floral upholstery. Beautifully maint...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Chaise Lounge
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Relax in timeless elegance with this stunning vintage coastal bent rattan chaise lounge. Crafted with beautifully curved rattan, this piece embodies effortless tropical charm, making...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Curved Bamboo and Leather with White Fabric, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century organic sofa, fully made in bamboo, knotted leather, and chestnut wood. This incredibly elegant and unique sofa was designed in Italy during the 1960s. This s...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Brass

P3S Rattan Lounge Chair by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, Italy 1960s
Located in Argelato, BO
P3S Rattan Lounge Chair by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, Italy 1960s An authentic icon of Mid-Century Italian design, an elegant and refined chaise longue that easily adapts to differe...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Egg Hanging Chair by Nanna Ditzel, New Edition
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Egg hanging chair. Hanging egg is designed by Nanna Ditzel, and is in itself a design icon in Danish design. Originally the swing was produced in rattan, but for our exterior collect...
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1950s Scandinavian Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Fantastic Gabriella Crespi style Pencil Reed Loveseat Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs bent pencil reed loveseat sofa. This piece is spectacular in person and the light blue linen uphol...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Wood

Midcentury Curved Bamboo, Maple and Leather Italian Sofa, White Fabric, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Mid-Century organic sofa, fully made in bamboo, leather, and maple wood. This elegant piece was produced in Italy during the 1960s. with chestnut e and leather finishes. ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Leather, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Wood, Chestnut, Maple, Fabric

Barbara Barry McGuire Rattan Rawhide Dining Room Chairs, New Upholstery, Set 8
Located in Miami, FL
Barbara Barry McGuire Rattan Rawhide Dining Room Chairs, New Upholstery, Set 8 Offered for sale is a set of eight dining room chairs designed by Barbara Barry For McGuire Furniture ...
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Late 20th Century American Rattan Seating

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Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Rare Pair of Swedish Rattan Chairs, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced in Sweden, 1960s. Made from hand weaved wicker and black lacquered steel, original leather straps.   
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Steel

Outdoor Lounge Chair with Open Back Design in Natural Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Structure: teak wood offered in various stains. Metal: heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: flat 4mm. high tenacity, low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, ea...
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2010s Asian Modern Rattan Seating

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Fabric, Rattan, Rope, Teak

Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Rattan Canyon Sofa And Chairs, Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare imposing sofa and two lounge chairs crafted from woven rattan in the organic modern coastal style by Ralph Lauren. The canyon sofa and chairs features an oversized hardwood fram...
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Early 2000s American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, Rattan

1970s Curved Sculptural Rattan Denim Blue Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the details and curves on this beauty! Plush cushionin...
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1970s Philippine Chinoiserie Vintage Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, Rattan

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rattan Bamboo Chairs, Janine Abraham, Dirk Rol, 1960s
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of Riviera chairs made of bamboo, rattan and black metal attributed to Janine Abraham, Dirk Rol, France, circa 1960.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Metal

Woven Rattan Oval Shaped Couch, ca. 1999
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully formed and encompassing tightly woven oval rattan couch, supported on an iron frame. Measures: 86 W x 47 D x 30 / 16 H.
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Set of Four Bamboo Rattan Peacock Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Midcentury set of four peacock or fan back dining armchairs made in the Hollywood Florida Regency taste. The chairs feature a balloon shaped back with an open lattice fretwork design...
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20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Seating

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Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Set of Four McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Bamboo Dining Chairs
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A beautiful set of four dining armchairs designed by Elinor McGuire for McGuire San Francisco. The handcrafted chairs have their original tobacco brown finish and feature McGuire’s s...
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20th Century American Rattan Seating

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Leather, Bamboo, Rattan

Tove Kindt-Larsen Tulip Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Shakopee, MN
**Includes chair and seat cushion (back pillow is NOT included)** **Rattan shows more color variations, natural marks, and blemishes than our first quality pieces and is being sold "as is" at a heavily discounted price.** Intended for indoor use only. Tulip is a classic lounge chair in rattan and wicker. It was designed by Tove Kindt-Larsen in the 1940s and is very feminine in its expression. The lounge chair is handmade from rattan and is part of Sika-Design's exclusive ICONS collection, which represents design furniture created by renowned designers. With great respect and admiration for the original designs and in close collaboration with the descendants of these well-known furniture designers, we are happy to bring these icons back. The Tulip Lounge Chair was originally produced by Robert W. Tulip is handmade in sustainable Indonesian rattan...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Antique Josef Hoffmann Michael Thonet bistro chairs no 14 118 webbing, 1880s, 8p
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Beautiful set of 8 antique, authentic and all original Thonet no. 14 bentwood chairs with webbing seats by Josef Hoffmann. Model nr 14 is without a doubt the most famous and most s...
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1860s Austrian Bauhaus Antique Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Bentwood

Henry Link Coastal Newly Upholstered Rattan Club Chairs, Painted Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Henry Link Coastal Newly Upholstered Rattan Club Chairs, Painted Pair Offered for sale is a pair of coastal beach living Henry Link painted rattan club chairs which were just upholstered with Clarence House fabric. The chairs are well made with sturdy bases and the cushions are supported by springs. We off the companion sofa...
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Late 20th Century American Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Wood, Fabric

Rattan Wicker Corner Pretzel Sofa Paul Frankl Style, Italy, 1940s
Located in Rome, IT
Pretzel corner rattan sofa designed in the manner of Paul Frankl. This unique sofa features a bent rattan base with four-strand square pretzel arms and it is a solid single curved ra...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Ficks Reed Loveseat in White Lacquer and New Todd Hase Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A small and cute Ficks Reed loveseat newly Lacquered in white and reupholstered with Todd Hase fabric cushions. Add this fun Boho Chic loveseat to your favorite room.
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1960s Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Fabric, Rattan, Reed, Wood, Lacquer

Exquisite Vintage Paul Frankl Style 5-Strand Rattan Cane Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely jaw-dropping pair of rare, meticulously restored Art Deco five (5)-strand Pretzel loungers, circa 1950. Matching three-seat sofa available in a separate listing. The pa...
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1950s Philippine Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Rattan Armchair by Rohé Noordwolde, 1950
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this unique rattan armchair by Rohé Noordwolde, dating from the 1950s. This armchair features a beautifully subtle design. The armrests have a refined look, thanks ...
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20th Century Classical Roman Rattan Seating

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Rattan

American Designer, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Iron, Rattan, Wood, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan, black-painted iron and wood lounge chair with ottoman designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Chair: 24.5” H x 28.75” W x 29” D Dimensions of Ottoman: 16...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Iron

Mies Van Der Rohe Set of Four B42 Rattan Easy Chairs by Tecta, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of FourMR10 chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927. Manufactured by Tecta, circa 1960. Germany Inspired by the chairs of Marcel Breuer, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe rep...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Steel

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Stool Pouf Tito Agnoli, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful midcentury stool pouf or side table attributed to Tito Agnoli. This fantastic Stool was made in Italy during the 1960s. The workmanship of these stools is exceptional, the bamboo structure allows this stool to be light and solid at the same time. This is a fantastic addition to a midcentury porch or minimal living room...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Restored Rattan Three-Strand Full Pretzel Lounge Chair and Three-Seat Sofa Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired living room set featuring a three-strand armchair and a solid piece three-seat sofa with intricate wrappings. Included in the price is...
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1950s Vintage Rattan Seating

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Fabric, Rattan

Tobia Scarpa Inspired Rattan Lounge Chair with Cream Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tobia Scarpa inspired rattan high back lounge chair with original cream upholstered seating with woven rattan frame. This uniquely designed chair incorporates rattan wrapped legs wit...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, Rattan

Grete Jalk, Lounge Chair, Tubular Steel, Rattan, Denmark, 1952
Located in High Point, NC
A rare black-lacquered tubular steel and rattan lounge chair designed by Grete Jalk in 1952 and produced by Laurids Lønborg, Denmark, 1950s. Missmatched caps on front lets, one in r...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Steel

Marshan Rattan Arm Chair in Green By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Marshan rattan armchair by Creel and Gow, in Green: Measures: 22" x 21" x 37" H- Seat Height: 18" Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collection, designed by Mar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

A pair of Vintage Pencil-Reed Bamboo Pod Chairs with a Coffee Table, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
These are not simple vintage outdoor furniture sets, this 1970s Lounge Set is perfect for gardens, verandas and terraces but the eleganc...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Cotton, Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

Bielecky Brothers, Modern, Single Lounge Chair, Cane, Bamboo, USA, 21st C.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Bielecky Brothers, Modern Lounge Chair, Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, USA, 21st C. A gorgeous rattan and cane single lounge chair handmade by Bielecky Brothers in New York, early 2000s. Fou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Rattan

Restored Rare Snake Arm Rattan Rocking Child Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare Paul Frankl inspired one-strand snake arm childrens size rattan rocking chair with stick rattan seat. Professionally restored to original specificat...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Wicker, Rattan

Historic Hand Made 4-strand Square Pretzel Rattan lounge By Paul T. Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Extremely rare, museum-quality four-strand square pretzel Lounge chair was designed by Paul T. Frankl in 1934 using the highest-quality rattan poles and reeds available and rest...
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1930s Philippine Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

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

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Brass

Antique and Vintage Rattan Seating on 1stDibs: Shop Rattan Dining Chairs, Bar Stools, Armchairs and More

Shopping for vintage rattan dining chairs, swivel chairs, bar stools or sofas? Lightweight, durable and versatile, rattan furniture is whatever one wants it to be: elegant or rustic, chic or workaday.

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.

For rattan dining chairs, armchairs, lounge chairs and other rattan 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.

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. Postwar San Francisco brand McGuire, which became synonymous with the warm and relaxed feel of California design, is known to enthusiasts for its collectible rattan furniture, in particular its Director's X-Chair and Cracked Ice chair.

Find antique and vintage rattan sofas, daybeds, dining chairs and other seating on 1stDibs.

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