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Material: Rattan
Breathtaking Pair of Tortoiseshell Emperor's Chairs by Vivai del Sud, 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
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1970s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Front, Coat Rack Bench, Gebrüder Thonet, 2015
Located in Uppsala, SE
The Coat Rack Bench is a very unique piece of multiple-use furniture for the hallway. Designed by the Swedish design group Front in 2015 for the classical Austrian manufacturer Gebrü...
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2010s Austrian Modern Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Beech

Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Bar Stools- Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming set of vintage coastal bar stools crafted from bent rattan, showcasing a timeless design with natural warmth and texture. Perfect for adding a relaxed, beachy vibe to your...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Jugendstil Vintage Rattan Armchair Lounge Chair Prag-Rudniker Korbwaren c 1910
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil Vintage Armchair or Lounge Chair from woven rattan in honey brown color by Prag-Rudniker Korbwaren Fabrication circa 1910, Austria. An amazing solo arm chair or lounge cha...
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1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Pair of Tall Design Rattan Armchairs
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of tall design armchairs is made of rattan. This is a French work. Circa 1950
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Italian Modernist Tito Agnoli-Style Rattan and Bamboo Sleigh Daybed / Single Bed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian bamboo single/daybed often attributed to Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, but unconfirmed/unsigned (ca. 1950s, Italy). Composed of a rattan wrapped-bent bamboo frame (neither spring...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan

Vienna secession dining chair no.235 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Vienna secession dining chair no.235 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished with new handmade rattan seat.
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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Armchairs 'Tlinkit' by Gae Aulenti for Tecno, Italy, 1990s
Located in Antwerp, BE
'Tlinkit' armchairs, Gae Aulenti's iconic design manufactured by Tecno. Made in the 1990s in Varedo, Italy, these armchairs have a sophisticated aesthetic with a sleek, black rattan structure elegantly covered in Indian wicker...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan

A Pair of Coastal Style Rolling Footstools on Casters by Henry Link Furniture.
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Coastal Style Rolling Footstools/ Benches on Casters by Henry Link Furniture. Circa 1980s Feature a wicker covered solid wood frame and a n...
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1980s Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Set of Four McGuire Rattan Chinese Officials Hat Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of four rattan dining chairs made by McGuire. The chairs are made in the manner and style of a Chinese Ming officials hat chair crafted from rattan poles lashed together...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

French Midcentury Bamboo & Rattan Dining Set, Six Highback Chairs, 1950, France
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Rare midcentury French dining set, thick faceted oval glass* top bamboo dining table with six bamboo and rattan dining high back chairs. Outstanding craftsmanship, all bamboo parts a...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Bielecky Brothers Braided Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Crafted by the iconic Bielecky Brothers, this vintage coastal rattan lounge chair showcases masterful woven detailing and luxurious comfort. The richly braided rattan frame is handwo...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, 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

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Coastal Rattan Slipper Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage coastal rattan slipper chair embodies effortless tropical elegance with its beautifully sculptural frame and natural woven appeal. Designed with a striking bentwood silh...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Rattan Slipper Chair
Vintage Coastal Rattan Slipper Chair
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Vienna Secessionist Bentwood and Rattan Settee by Thonet Brothers
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare Vienna Secessionist bentwood and rattan settee by Thonet Brothers. The settee can be found in old Thonet catalogues and based on the paper label underneath, the seat was manufac...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Rattan Trellis Sofa by Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Rattan Trellis sofa. Made for Creel and Gow in Morocco: Measures:  75" x 30" x 38" H- Seat Height with Cushion: 19". Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collecti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Six Piece Rattan Ficks Reed Set, Two 94" Rattan Sofas, Chair, Ottoman Two Tables
Located in Stamford, CT
A spectacular pair of Ficks Reed rattan sofas in an original factory finish: a pale blue wash. Original cushions to use or for reupholstery. All...
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1970s American American Classical Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Late 20th Century Coastal Style Bench Rattan & Rawhide Wrapped by McGuire
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Coastal Style bench comprised of rattan & rawhide wraps by McGuire with a removeable blue herringbone tweed cushion. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, One rung & one leg were repaired, & one joint wrap was repaired & replaced, & the cushion has been shampooed. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. This bench by McGuire is absolutely…. FIRE!!! That’s right!! A Bougee spot for your BOOTY!!! This is a vintage bench with a frame comprised of rattan with rawhide wrapped joints… it’s a signature combination used by McGuire. It has a loose or removeable blue herringbone tweed cushion that is zippered & has Velcro wraps underneath so it’s very easily cleaned, changed, or reupholstered! Just imagine all of the fun fabric possibilities!! It bears many styles including Coastal, Island, Organic Modern, and Chinoiserie so it is extremely versatile. It will be beautiful in your Lanai or sunroom, at the end of a bed in your bedroom, or in an entry way! It’s basically an ANYWHERE you want it bench!! Magnificent presentation, phenomenal comfort, and a well-known McGuire quality!! McGuire Furniture, whose name is synonymous with style and elegance, was founded in 1948 in San Francisco by husband-and-wife team John and Elinor McGuire. The history of McGuire is best told by a quote from Town and Country magazine which said…” The story of John and Elinor McGuire and the success of McGuire is a singularly American saga. It tells of how a young couple’s imagination, determination, hard work, and mutual dedication to values of taste and quality transformed a small firm into a large international business…” McGuire uses the best of materials and designers to create their masterpieces of functional, beautiful, and long-lasting furniture for inside and outside the homes and businesses worldwide. This extraordinary rattan and rawhide wrapped bench...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Large Italian 1950s Bamboo and Wicker Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
Large Italian 1950s Bamboo and Wicker Armchair
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Rare MCM Stepped Rattan Sofa Chair Ottoman Livingroom Set w/ Built in End tables
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired stepped mid-century rattan living room set featuring a lounge chair and 3-seat sofa with built-in 2-tier end tables and matching ottoma...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Restored Teal 6-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Se
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired 1950's teal rattan living room set features a pair of lounge chairs and a 3-piece sectional sofa. This sofa and chair set features the ...
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1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Paint

Swedish Modern Bruno Mathsson Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs and Footstool
Located in Kramfors, SE
Lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson in rattan. Indulge in luxury with this pair of iconic lounge chairs by Bruno Mathsson, a rare pair in rattan accompanied by a footstool for DUX. This ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Pair of Rattan Chairs with Metal Structure, 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of rattan chairs with metal structure 1980 Pair of chairs with metal tubular structure and woven rattan seat/back. Italian production 1980. P...
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1980s Italian Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Metal

Bohemian Peacock chair in bamboo and Rattan / Wicker Armchair
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Peacock chair in light brown color from approx. France in the 1980s. In bamboo and with intact and tight French wicker in the seat. The french wicker makes the seat unique, as most...
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1980s French French Provincial Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Pair of Wicker Lounge Chairs by Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol for Rougier
Located in New York, NY
A pair of sculptural chairs designed by Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol for Edition Rougier. Crafted in rattan and painted metal.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Metal

Vintage Coastal Palecek Woven Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of Four
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal set of four dining chairs. Made by the iconic Palecek group and tagged on the bottom. A four color combo in beautiful dashers of green, gold and brown. A s...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

New Golden Linen Upholstery Bamboo Rattan Lounge Chair c1970s
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New Golden Linen Upholstery Bamboo Rattan Lounge Chair c1970s
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan, Bamboo

Udom Udomsrianan Rattan Nest Chair
Located in Houston, TX
An incredibly unique design in organic rattan by Udom Udomsrianan and produced by Planet 2001. Consists of woven jungle vines with stainless steel leg...
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20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Seating

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Stainless Steel

Rattan sofa by Maugrion for Roche Bobois, made in France, 1980s
Located in Lyon, FR
Gorgeous rattan sofa, made in France by Maugrion "Le rotin prestige" (the prestigious rattan), for Roche Bobois, in 1980s. 3 seats sofa in rattan, newly upholstered with a pistachio ...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Velvet, Rattan

Peter Hvidt& Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen FD146 Cane Back Easy Chair, Denmark
Located in The Hague, NL
A Classic design by one of Denmark's greatest furniture design pairings in history- Hvidt & Mølgaard manufactured by France & Daverkosen in 1960's Denmark. Model number- 146. This e...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Wool, Rattan, Teak

Beautiful Restored Pair of Pagoda Style Loungers by Ficks Reed, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely restored pair of lounge chairs from a low production series by Ficks Reed, circa 1970. Beautifully designed and expertly constructed rattan and hardwood frame with a strikin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Hardwood

Ficks Reed Mid 20th Century Faux Bamboo Rattan Swivel Chairs
Located in Carmel, NY
Mid-20th century Coastal style swivel seat armchairs by Ficks Reed. Bamboo and Faux Bamboo frame, cane backrest, rattan strapping. Made in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, circa 1960's. These ...
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Mid-20th Century American Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Paint

Pair of rattan armchairs
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Pair of beautiful rattan armchairs with fans patterns. Unique design, very comfortable with their white cushions. High quality of craftsmanship, entirely hand made. Excellent conditi...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Set of Eight 19th Century German Rattan Dinning Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful wooden set of 8 dining chairs with rattan seat and back. German set from 1920s/1930s Property from esteemed interior designer Juan Montoya. Juan Montoya is one of the mos...
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19th Century German Antique Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Franco Albini Style Wicker Bamboo Rocking Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rare Franco Albini style arm rattan rocking chair and features a steam bent bamboo frame. This rare rocking chair was made in the late 1950s-1970s Great curves and good original...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Mid Century Natural Pencil Reed Rattan Tub Chairs- a Pair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A pair of beautiful Mid Century pencil rattan Tub chairs. Statement indoors or outside. Great original condition.
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

A pair of armchairs and sofa, anoynmous for Paul Boman, Finland, 1930s, rattan
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of armchairs and sofa, anoynmous for Paul Boman, Finland, 1930s. Stained birch and rattan, upholstered cushions. Dimensions of the chairs: H: 79 cm / 2' 7 1/4'' W: 60 cm / 2...
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1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, Rattan, Birch

Italian Designer, Stool, Metal, Rattan, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal and rattan stool designed and produced in Italy, 1950s. seat height 18” 
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1950s Italian Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Metal

Italian Midcentury Rocking Horse
Located in New York, NY
Italian Midcentury Rocking Horse. Italian midcentury rattan rocking horse/sculpture after Albini. Italy, circa 1960. Dimensions: H 23 in. x W 30 ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Rattan

1960s Vintage Dirk Van Sliedrecht Rattan Bamboo Chairs for Rohe Noordwolde
Located in London, England
Pair of 1960s Dirk Van Sliedrecht rattan bamboo high-back with a round seat chairs. Manufactured by Rohe Noordwolde. The chairs are well made and v...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Rattan Lounge Chairs with Bouclé Upholstery
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful pair of Mid-Century Italian lounge chairs featuring sculptural rattan frames with a refined wicker weave. Newly upholstered in a soft off-white bouclé fabric from French ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bouclé, Rattan

Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand Style White Rattan Bar Height Stools w/ Chrome Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Charlotte Perriand style angle backed rattan bar stools with white rattan seating and tubular chrome frames. In original condition with v...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Six Strand Bent Rattan Lounge Chair After Frankl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Experience mid-century modern flair with this vintage six-strand bent rattan lounge chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Frankl. Its American craftsmanship combines comfort and s...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Donghia “Merbau” Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with this pair of Vintage Coastal Donghia “Merbau” Woven Rattan Lounge Chairs. Expertly crafted with sleek, low-profile frames and in...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Bundle Bar Stool in Black or Red Finish
Located in Paris, FR
Bar stool bundle with structure in steel with nylon and natural rattan for indoor use. Also available with structure in steel with nylon and pvc for outdoor use. Available in black, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Rattan Seating

Materials

Steel

Set of Six McGuire Rattan Fan Back Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional set of six rattan dining armchairs made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire. The chairs feature a bentwood rattan frame with gracefully curved arms ...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Bentwood office chair no.88 by Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood office chair no.88 by Thonet in excellent original condition.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Vintage Bamboo Wingback Recliner Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Cotton, Rattan

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 ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Restored Rattan Double Stand Arched Barstool w/ Black Naugahyde seat, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired pair of 1950s double-strand "Arched" Rattan bar stools with padded Black Naugahyde seats. Each stool features four large arches forming...
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1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating

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Naugahyde, Rattan

Restored 5-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Chair & Sofa Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the Mid-Century Rattan living room set reminiscent of Paul Frankl's style, crafted by Tochiku. This exquisite ensemble comprises a four-seat sectional sofa, two lounge chairs, and a stacked ottoman...
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1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

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...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan

Exceptional Pair of Rattan and Cane Basket Loungers by McGuire, Circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and expertly upholstered. Installation Ready. Expert custom upholstery service is available. An absolutely stunning pair of organic lounge chairs by McGuire, circa 1980. Staggering warmth, color range and texture. Beautiful examples from an extremely limited production series. Expertly crafted hardwood frame construction veneered in pencil reed rattan. Incredible design, craftsmanship and quality. Exceptional tone setting pieces that will effectively anchor even the largest of rooms. Memorable chairs designed to highlight a cherished room. Excellent Restored Condition. Meticulous complete professional restoration. The rattan displays...
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1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Lina Zervudachi Rattan 'Fish' chaise longue for Elsa Schiaparelli, France 1950s
By Lina Zervudaki, Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Rare rattan 'Fish' chaise longue by Lina Zervudachi for Elsa Schiaparelli, France 1950s. Intriguing shaped chaise longue showing a large surrealistic abstracted fish form. Made with ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Metal

Paolo Tilche Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Ratan Armchairs Model “Silvia”
Located in Barcelona, ES
Paolo Tilche (1925-2000) Pair of armchairs model “Silvia” Manufactured by Arform, Italy, 1956 Rattan Pair of Italian 20th century ratan armchairs ...
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20th Century Italian Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

1914 Faaborg Chair – Iconic Danish Design by Kaare Klint with Curved Cane Back
Located in Stockholm, SE
W: 69.5 cm / 2' 3 3/8" D: 47 cm / 1' 6 1/2" H: 73 cm / 2' 4 3/4" SH: 43 cm / 1' 4 15/16"
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1910s Danish Vintage Rattan Seating

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Leather, Rattan, Mahogany

Italian Designer, Stool, Rattan, Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and bamboo stool designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Synthetic Rattan Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven synthetic rattan bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Synthetic, Rattan

Incredible Pair of Cordovan Tortoiseshell Emperor's Cube Loungers, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expe...
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1970s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Unforgettable Pair of Art Deco Rattan and Cane Double Horseshoe Loungers
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chair frames are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert custom upholstery service is available. An absolutely jaw-dropping pair of meticulously restored "Double Horse Shoe" loungers, circa 1940. A pair of these rare chairs were famously displayed in the now iconic 2007 Architectural Digest photo spread capturing Ralph and Ricky Lauren...
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1940s Philippine Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating

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Cane, 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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