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Material: Rattan
Set of Four White Rattan Charlotte Perriand Style Counter Height Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand style angled back white rattan bar stools with a tubular enameled metal frames. The seat height is 25.5". In origin...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
After Charlotte Perriand N.19 Chair, Wood Rattan, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed in the style of Charlotte Perriand, made by unknown manufacturer, circa 1980.
Wood and rattan.
In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age an...
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Set of Six Mid Century Yellow Velvet Thonet Wood Rattan Chairs, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful mid century rattan, velvet and wood chairs.
They were produced in Thonet woodworking factory in 1960s. We thoroughly renovated them. The construction is made of beechwo...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech, 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.
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping to your location,.
Lounge chair and ottoman by Ficks Reed.
As found condition. New Straps included.
Frames are solid.
Upholstere...
Category
1950s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Reed
Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs in the style of Audoux Minnet - France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Sleek pair of high back rattan lounge chairs. In the style of Audoux Minnet.
In fair vintage condition.
Some of the ligatures have been professionally restored.
These chairs will sh...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Pair of McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Armchairs and Ottomans
By McGuire
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...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Oak
Pair of Vivai Del Sud Armchairs In Rattan, Italy 1970
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of Vivai del Sud Armchairs in rattan, Italy 1970
Product Details
Complete with Dedar fabric cushions.
Dimensions: 80 W x 70 H x 85 D cm
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Restored 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Adjustable Reclining Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Mid Century 3/4 round pretzel arm rattan lounge chair with three-strand round pretzel arms and an "Arched" base. The chair features a 3...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Pair Danish TV Bench Sofas Model 161 by Hans Olsen Bramin, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Pair of modular teak TV benches model 161 by Hans Olsen for Bramin, Denmark, ade in the 1960s. The set consists of two benches, four seating modules and two ta...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Teak, Wool, Rattan
Sculptural Italian Rattan and Bamboo Chaise Longue in the Style of Franco Albini
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mid-century sculptural Italian Rattan and bamboo chaise longue lounge chair with mattress and head-rest pillow in off white linen covers.
A beautiful sculptural chaise longue is made...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Ficks Reed Rattan Sofa
By Ficks Reed
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Lane Venture 'Excursions' Rattan and Wicker Settee
Located in Doylestown, PA
Lane Venture 'Excursions' rattan and wicker settee, 2005.
Impressive settee with single seat cushion and two coordinating pillows in very good, near mint condition. The comfortable...
Category
Early 2000s North American Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Donghia “Block Island” Woven Rattan Sofa
By Donghia
Located in west palm beach, FL
This Vintage Coastal Donghia “Block Island” Woven Rattan Sofa embodies relaxed sophistication with its seamless blend of high-quality design and coastal charm. Featuring Donghia's si...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
Pair of McGuire Rattan Leona Loop Back Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant pair of McGuire rattan loop back dining armchairs made in the California coastal organic modern style. One of McGuire's most iconic and beautiful chair styles designed by Eli...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
19th Century French Rattan Armchair
Located in Brecht, BE
Amazing patina on this genuine rattan armchair, even has the original upholstery...
a true gem and very comfortable.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
"Egg" Rocking Chair by the Societa Anonima Antonio Volpe, Italy, Circa 1922
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare “Egg” rocking chair in curved and stained wood, with caned seat and back. The wide oval-shaped armrests, giving their name to the model, and allowing gentle swinging, are stabil...
Category
1920s Italian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Set of Six McGuire Woven Rattan Cane Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of six rattan cane dining armchairs designed by Jacques Garcia for McGuire. The chairs feature a graceful round barrel back design hardwood frame with a near ebony espresso ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Raffia, Rattan, Hardwood
Tito Agnoli mod. Punto Virgola Bamboo Rattan Lounge Chair Ottoman, Italy 1960s
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chair with its ottoman by reknowned designer Tito Agnoli, model called Punto e Virgola, perfect in any living room or studio with an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
New Upholstery Paul Frankl Rattan Living Room Tank Chair Set MINT!
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul Frankl Rattan Living Room Tank Chair Set MINT!
New custom upholstery included in the listing price, buyer to provide the upholstery fabric.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Vivai del Sud Mid-Century Armchairs in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Pair of fantastic Mid-Century armchairs fully made in bamboo, rattan and wicker. This incredible set was produced in Italy by Vivai del Sud during the 1970s.
These comfortable armch...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Near Pair of 19th Century French Rattan Armchairs
Located in Richmond, VA
Near pair of 19th century French rattan armchairs in good condition.
Category
19th Century French Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Paire of Fauteuils "Papasan" in Rattan and Quilted Fabric, 1970s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Paire of fauteuils in rattan. Rotary seat to put on the stool.
Quilted cushions, blue in color, entirely made by our workshops with a fabric from the publisher Camengo.
Work realized in the 1970s.
Great design classic of the 1950s and popularized in the 1970s, a Papasan armchair, otherwise known as a "bowl armchair" or "moon armchair" is a type of armchair in the shape of a bowl, with an adjustable angle. The bowl sits in a vertical frame traditionally made of rattan, but also sometimes made of wicker or sturdy wood. The chair cushion is usually thick velor filled with cotton down similar to that of a futon. For traditional papasans, the pillow can be removed and used outside of its sturdy frame. The papasan chair...
Category
1970s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Italian Midcentury Stool in Bamboo Rattan by Tito Agnoli, 1960s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful stool or can also be used as a footstool or shelf.
Made of bamboo wood and rattan, in Italy in the 60-70s.
Attributed to the design of Tito Agnoli, Italy.
The stool is in ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
A Chinese canopy bed was typically part of a bride's dowry or a gift to a courtesan. It grew to be an important household status symbol, and the sub...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Elm
Dutch Colonial Javanese Teak Armchair with Rattan and Triglyph Inspired Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
Evoking the quiet refinement of early 20th-century colonial design, this Javanese Dutch colonial armchair offers a graceful balance of form and function. Crafted from solid teak, the...
Category
20th Century Javanese Dutch Colonial Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Paul T. Frankl 4-Strand Square Pretzel Square-Back Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare, museum-quality four-strand square pretzel square-back lounge chair was designed by Paul T. Frankl using the highest-quality rattan poles available and restored by rattan e...
Category
1930s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
High Back Brighton Pavilion Style Burnt Bamboo Cane Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Fabulous pair of high back burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These tall beautifully handcrafted Chinese Chippendale chairs feature a tortoiseshell finish, caned-bottom seats, and intricate bamboo open fretwork. Seat without a loose cushion is 19" high. (Cushions not included.)
Chinese design and bamboo furniture became highly fashionable in the Western world after the completion of the Royal Pavilion in Brighton for future King George IV in 1801. George had a love of fine and decorative arts and a fascination with the Chinese style. He selected Chinese export furniture and objects along with hand-painted Chinese wallpapers for his seaside home...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Original 19th century bentwood Childrens rocking chair by Fischel Czechoslovakia
Located in København K, 84
This rare late 19th-century bentwood children's rocking chair, crafted by Fischel in Czechoslovakia, is a delightful example of both craftsmanship and design innovation during the er...
Category
1890s Czech Vienna Secession Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Bentwood, Rattan, Beech
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 Seating
Materials
Rattan
Midcentury Chromed Metal with Removable Rattan and Wicker Italian Chairs, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful midcentury set of four wicker and chromed metal Italian chairs with removable rattan seat. These amazing pieces were produced in Italy during the 1970s and attributed to designers Franco Campi...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
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).
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Four Strand Bent Rattan Sofa After Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace coastal sophistication with this Vintage Four Strand Bent Rattan Sofa, reminiscent of iconic designs by Frankl. Crafted with American flair, its elegant four-strand construct...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Stool Pouf Tito Agnoli, Italy 1960s
By Tito Agnoli
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...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Cane
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Pair of Bar Stools Tito Agnoli Style, Italy 1960s
By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina
Located in Rome, IT
Amazing Midcentury pair of bar stools in rattan and bamboo in the style of Tito Agnoli for Bonacina.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Fabulous Restored Sofa by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954- Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa frame is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
A fabulous restored vintage sofa...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Brass
Luc Sofa Large with Beech Ash-056-1 and Corn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc settee with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade in a solid wood base, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is availa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Wooden Teak & Rattan Office Dining Chairs, India 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of mid century wooden office / dining chairs in teak and rattan by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Chandigarh, India 1950s. In good vintage condition with matching patina and...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
1960s Rattan Wicker McGuire Reclined Club Chairs, Set of 2
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare reclined wicker chairs you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stateme...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Rattan
Set of Two 19th Century French Country Style Rattan Arm Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
Infuse your home with the rustic allure of our Set of Two 19th Century French Country Style Arm Chairs, meticulously crafted from durable oak ...
Category
1890s French French Provincial Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Set of 3 Matching Mid-Century Modern Rattan or Bamboo Bar Stools
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage set of rattan / bamboo barstools circa mid 1970's. These bar stools feature rattan framing with upholstered seats. Fabric is original so reco...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Mid Century High Back Chiavari Ladder Chair, Italy 1950's
By Chiavari
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A beautiful ladder high-back chair by Chiavari fabricated in Italy, 1950's.
Slim design and amazingly light and firm.
Ebonized hardwood frame with cane seat.
The seat and the struc...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
1 of 22 Mid Century Chair by Frederic Weinberg in Wicker, Iron and Brass
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find Mid-Century Modern chairs designed by Frederic Weinberg, the renowned US designer. Chairs are made of wrought iron and wicker, with brass details on the...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Art Deco "President" Stick Reed Rattan Fan Back Settee and Sofa Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Art Deco president stick reed rattan fan back sofa set features a 3 seater sofa and 2 seat settee. Both sofas have a distinctive fan-back form and an...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
1990s Palecek Rattan Ralph Lauren Patchwork Style Club Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite rattan and patchwork Ralph Lauren style in vibrant chenille upholstery. The ultra rare club chairs ex...
Category
1990s American Bohemian Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Set of Eight Orlando Diaz-Azcuy for McGuire Salon Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant set of eight bamboo rattan organic modern dining chairs by Orlando Diaz-Azcuy for McGuire furniture. Known as the Salon armchair constructed from ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Set of Six McGuire Style Blonde Rattan Caned Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous set of six blonde rattan oval back dining armchairs made in the California coastal organic modern style of McGuire. The chairs feature woven caned seats and backs with the s...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Cane, Rattan
Mies Van Der Rohe B42 Rattan Easy Chair by Tecta, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This MR10 chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 is a true masterpiece of modern design. Manufactured by Tecta in Germany circa 1960, these chair are a testament to the e...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
Vintage Set of 6 Rattan Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered Blue
By Ficks Reed
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 ...
Category
1970s American Chinese Chippendale Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
McGuire A-1 Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Highland, IN
This important early design by Elinor McGuire dates from the 1950s. It's from their "Style 1" series, and was offered as this model A-1 lounge chair, and also a two or three seat sof...
Category
1960s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Rattan
Dutch Mid-Century Sculptural Nanna Ditzel Inspired Hanging Rattan Basket Chair
By Nanna Ditzel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, Dutch Mid-Century Dutch hand bent and woven rattan free-hanging scooping basket chair by Gebr. Jonkers, 1962. Inspired by the classic 'Egg' chair by iconic Danish designer...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of Six Barbara Barry for McGuire Caned Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime set of six rattan caned dining chairs designed by Barbara Barry for McGuire. The chairs feature a gracefully round back with delicate mesh cane. The finish is dark tobacco wi...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Pair of Stunning Round Barrel Shape Bamboo Rattan Cane Seat Chairs
By Paul Frankl, Adriano Albini
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of vintage rattan bamboo cane seat chairs.
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Sunroom Patio Furniture Sofa Couch Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Sunroom Patio Furniture Sofa Couch Furniture. Item features a wicker wrapped frame, woven diamond design to back,...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Franco Albini Midcentury Rocking Horse
Located in New York, NY
Franco Albini midcentury rocking horse. Midcentury rattan and wicker rocking horse sculpture, Italy, circa 1960.
Dimensions: H 24 in. x W 30 in. x...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Killer Restored Pair of Rattan and Cane Cube Loungers by Ficks Reed, circa 1970
By Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and upholstered. The chairs are installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
A killer pair of cube lounge or club chairs by Ficks Reed, circa 1970. Stout, expertly constructed rattan and hardwood frame with cane accents; finished in cream lacquer. Beautifully conceived seat and back cushion design that is as comfortable as it is chic. Statement jewelry suitable to anchor an important room. Out-of-sight! Excellent restored condition. The chairs have been professionally cleaned and re-lacquered. All cane accent bindings are intact and complete. Expert custom upholstery in a fine neutral textured Brunschwig and Fils fabric...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
Vintage Coastal Rattan Wingback Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your space with this stunning pair of vintage coastal rattan Wingback chairs. These intricately woven chairs feature an airy, open-weave design that showcases expert craftsma...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Costal Woven Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Relax in style with our American-style Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Lounge Chair. Featuring intricate woven rattan craftsmanship, this chair effortlessly combines coastal charm with ...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
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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