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Material: Rattan
Pair of Vintage Rattan / Bamboo Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of rattan armchairs with pencil bamboo seat and back.
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20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Franco Albini for Vittorio Bonacina Rattan Lounge Chair, Model "Margherita"
Located in Antwerp, BE
Origianal in good condition Iconic Rattan Fifties Chair designed by Franco Albini for Vittorio Bonacina, Italy.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Vanity Set with Matching Stool in Art Deco Form
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A funky rattan set with a nod to the Art Deco period from the 1970s. It features bent rattan construction, with mirror and upholstered stool. Price includes set as shown.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Mirror

Low Longue Chair By Monika Mudler for IKEA 1980s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Monika Mudler Longue Chair for IKEA 1980s
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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Coastal Island Style Hollywood Regency Balloon Back Rattan Dining Chairs Set 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Coastal Island Style or Hollywood Regency balloon back rattan dining chairs set of 4 with off-white fabric upholstered seat cushio...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Rattan Seating

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Fabric, Rattan, Foam

American Designer, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and cream-white fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.0"H x 88.25"W x 36.0"D Seat Height (inches): 16.5" Arm Heig...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Designer Stool
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern designer stool, perfect in any room next to a sofa or in a bedroom as well as in any bathroom. This charming piece is in the typical style ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Superb Set of 8 Vintage Rush Rattan Cane Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning rare set of eight (8) dining chairs from the custom order limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Donghia, circa 1995. Th...
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1990s American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Hans J. Wegner Danish Modern Daybed in Teak and Rattan GE7 Made at GETAMA, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA this amazing convertible daybed / sofa features a beautifully patinated teakwood frame and woven cane / rattan back seat which reveals a hidden spa...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Wool, Cane, Rattan, Teak

Customizable Barstool With Leather And Rattan Detailing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Introducing a sophisticated and versatile range of seating furniture that combines modern design with high-quality materials and ergonomic comfort. Whether for commercial or resident...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood, Rattan, Fabric

Antique Exotic Folding & Adjustable Daybed "British Campaign Furniture" London
Located in Antwerp, BE
Victorian walnut-stained beech campaign style day bed with caned seat designed to be folded up it's ratcheted on all three sections to adjust to numerous positions including flat, se...
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1870s British Early Victorian Antique Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Pair of Paul Frankl Style Bamboo & Rattan Lounge Chairs by Tochiku
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Tochiku Industry LTD for Paul Frankl Six Strand Bamboo and Rattan Lounge Chairs. Featuring square steam bent stacked Bamboo strand frame, wrapped Rattan, wide seats, support...
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1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Contemporary Rattan/Cane Dining Chair Set of 6
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A Mid-Century Modern style dining chairs in walnut finished frame. Backrest in natural woven cane and seat upholstered in black faux leather. Dimensions: 23.2" W x 22.8" D x 29.1" H ...
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2010s European Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Faux Leather

Rattan Swivel Chair by Dirk Van Sliedregt for Gebroeders Jonkers, 1960s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This rare rattan swivel chair was designed by Dirk van Sliedrecht for Gebroeders Jonkers. It has a chrome plated swivel base and a comfortable rattan seat. It is from the 1960s and h...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Franco Albini Style Bent Bamboo and Rattan Rocking Lounge Chair
Located in Esperance, NY
for sale is this very nice vintage rocking chair that is made out of Bent Bamboo and Rattan. The chair is very well made and comfortable
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1970s Unknown Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Large Dark-Finished Rattan Pouf – Edizioni Molto
Located in Roma, RM
Large Dark-Finished Rattan Pouf Product Details Featuring brass joints. One piece available now. The price refers to the pouf with the cushion. If you are interested in purchasing w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rattan Seating

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Boho Chic Faux Bamboo Rattan Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
A quality Mid Century Boho Chic faux bamboo and Rattan armchair. Finely carved , the chair features curved arms resting on a rattan seat. The back of the chair is slightly curved pro...
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Rattan Seating

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Rattan

French Rattan Vintage Design Armchair from the 1950s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this luxurious French rattan vintage design armchair from the 1950s. This stunning and elegant vintage rattan armchair is a true eye-catcher, if you ask us. Not only...
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1950s Classical Roman Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Mies Van Der Rohe B42 Rattan Easy Chair, 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 unknown manufacturer in Germany circa 1960, these chair are a tes...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Steel

Two-seater sofa in green woven rattan, 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Two-seater sofa in green woven rattan, 1970s Product Details A matching pair of armchairs is also available and listed on our storefront. Sofa Dimensions: 155 W x 98 H x 60 D cm
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1970s Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Set Of 2 Bamboo And Rattan Sofas Attributed To Vivai Del Sud, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 bamboo and rattan sofas attributed to Vivai del Sud, 1960s Made entirely by hand, fabric cushions. Good condition, small signs of aging. One is 63 cm tall and the other 71 cm.
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1960s Italian Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century
Located in Miami, FL
Round Rattan Ottoman, white boucle fabric seat. Ready for a new home.
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1970s Indonesian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Superb Pair of Rattan, Cane and Brass Loungers by John Wisner for Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional pair of vintage Campaign style lounge chairs from a near impossible to find seating series by Ficks Reed, circa 1954. Stout rattan and hardwood frame with a beautiful ...
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1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Brass

Peter Hivdt Style Teak corner sofas model 610, Vatne Møbler AS, Norway 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Corners sofa with table, model 610, Vatne Møbler AS, Norway. Sofas with frames in teak and beech, as well as armrests in rattan. Fixed upholstered seat and loose cushions in the back...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Tropicraft, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Philippines, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and fabric produced by Tropicraft, Philippines, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5"H x 26.375"W x 30.25"D Seat Height (inches): 16.0" Arm Height ...
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1950s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Lounge Chair With Extending Foot Rest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace relaxed elegance with this exquisite vintage rattan lounge chair, a perfect fusion of coastal charm and bohemian artistry. Expertly handcrafted from natural woven rattan, thi...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Pair, Paul Frankl Large Stacked Bamboo Ottoman By Kosuga Japan Bohemian Chic
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco Style six-band form Ottoman with Boucle Fabric designed by Paul Frankl and made in Japan by Kosuga. Bohemian Chic Tropical Seating with new Bouclé Fabric Seat Cushio...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Bouclé, Wood

Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks
Located in Paris, IDF
Chaise Longue Cherlon by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks) Rattan / Burnt wood or natural Each piece is made to order and hand crafted by the artist. Dimension...
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Wood

1980s McGuire Style Target Back Stacked Rattan Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The Iconic target back style chairs are a statement p...
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1980s Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Rattan

John Risley, Lounge Chair, Rattan, Iron, Wood, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An iron, rattan and wood lounge chair designed by John Risley, USA, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 33.4” H x 33.75” W x 41” D Seat Height: 12.75” 
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Italian Bamboo and Rattan Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
This stunning pair of vintage Italian bamboo chairs from the 1980s is an authentic work of art in exotic design. Crafted from bamboo and rattan, these chairs captivate with their env...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Cotton, Bamboo, Rattan

Set of 4 Vintage Design Dining Chairs by Frederick Weinberg
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this lovely set of 4 vintage design dining chairs by Frederick Weinberg, made from wrought iron and rattan. These exceptional vintage dining chairs were designed by...
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20th Century Classical Roman Rattan Seating

Materials

Iron

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...
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1950s Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed
$775 Sale Price / set
71% Off
Set of Six Billy Baldwin for Bielecky Brothers Cane Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic set of six rattan cane wrapped and lacquered dining chairs designed by Billy Baldwin for Bielecky Bros (Model #C7650). The organic modern chairs feature a wood frame wrapped w...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Brass

Pair Chinese Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair Chinese Arm Chairs with woven seats. Pegged construction. Some wear from age and use
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Wood

Tito Agnoli Cylindrical Rattan Stool or Small Table, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Beautiful mid-century pouf stool or side table attributed to Tito Agnoli. This fantastic stool was made in Italy in the 1960s. The workmanship of these stools is exceptional, the bam...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Pair Vintage Italian Tito Agnoli Rattan Chairs
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of rattan armchairs were designed by Tito Agnoli in 1959. Rectangular base with scoop-form seats and curvy arms, these chairs work with or without cushions....
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two chairs, model Cesca, designed by Marcel Breuer circa 1960, by unknown manufacturer. Metal pipe frame, wood seat and back structure and rattan. In good condition, with ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Metal

Late 20th Century Restored Rattan Braid Side Chairs Newly Upholstered-Pair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A stunning pair of Late 20th Century large braid rattan side chairs, fully restored and newly upholstered in a Sanderson Group fabric. These chairs boast an elegant woven braid trim ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Vintage IKEA Karlskrona Wicker Chaise Longue by Carl Öjerstam, 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century Modern style chaise longue or lounge chair. Design by Carl Öjerstam for Ikea. Striking Swedish design from the 1990s. Executed in wicker and rattan, an idyllic p...
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, 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...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Steel

Charlotte Perriand LC9 Stool, Rattan and Metal
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1927. Relaunched by Cassina in 1973/2014. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Designed by Charlotte Perriand and part of the LC collection by...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Steel

McGuire Late 20th Modern Rattan Woven Rawhide Green Chenille Cushion Sofa Settee
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage modern rattan & woven rawhide sofa or settee with loose green chenille cushions by McGuire. 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 seat cushion has a spot at the seam where the fabric has separated a bit, and the black under-threads are showing. It is not a hole. Also, there is some fading on the chenille from age and use. Please see photos and zoom in for details as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century. Get ready to have your friends and family turning GREEN with ENVY when they lay their eyes upon your vintage modern rattan & woven rawhide sofa by McGuire!!! It is simply GORGEOUS!!! The frame of this sofa or settee is comprised of double rattan bars across the front, rattan legs wrapped with rawhide straps, and the sides and back are double layered interlaced rawhide. It’s a signature combination used by McGuire, and it is FABULOUS! Six loose back and seat cushions wearing a lovely green chenille fabric rest in the frame which is lined with the same green chenille fabric. It is comfortable and STUNNING!! This is just the settee you need to add a splash of Modern style to your sunroom or lanai, but it would be equally as fabulous in your casual living room. This rattan and laced rawhide sofa by McGuire is…absolutely…. FIRE!!! 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...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Rattan Seating

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Leather, Chenille, Rattan

Vintage Pair Chinese Chippendale Rattan Rolling Accent Chairs Wicker Henry Link
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of rattan rolling Chinese Chippendale accent chairs from Wicker by Henry Link. They are in fabulous vintage condition. They wear a p...
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20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Pair of White Bent Rattan Side or Club Chairs on Casters
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant and traditional pair of Stanley Furniture Hampton Preserve white bent rattan dining, side or club chairs. Each chair is super comfortable and sturdy with mortise and tenon c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, Rattan

Midcentury Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Rocking Chair for Children, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant rocking chair for children, manufactured in Italy during the 1950s. The chair is in folded rattan, with beautiful details and in very good c...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Cane

Rattan Longue Chair By Egon Eiermann Model E10 1940s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Egon Eiermann Longue Chair Model E10 Germany 1949
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1940s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

American Designer, Bar Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo and rattan bar stools designed and produced in the US, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Italian Tito Agnoli Rattan Chair
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this rattan armchair was designed by Tito Agnoli in 1950. Curvy and comfortable, this single chair can be used with or without a cushion. At the time of this posting,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

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Rattan

Folding Lounge Chair by Thonet with Adjustable Footstool 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original rare folding lounge chair in bentwood and cane from 1880 by Michael Thonet. Gebrüder Thonet, Vienna, Austria. Steam-bent beechwood and cane.  
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1880s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Rattan Seating

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Rattan, Bentwood

'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Natural Ash and Rattan
Located in Paris, IDF
'Le Roi Bench' designed Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Dimensions: W 120 CM D 35 CM H 42 CM W. 47.24" D. 13.78" H. 16.54" Materia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Ash

French Grange Style Rattan Wicker Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Organic modern French rattan and wicker lounge chair with ottoman made in the style and manner of Grange. The pair feature large rattan frames with gracefully curved back and sides h...
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20th Century French Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Pair of Large Wicker Armchairs; The Collection of Andre Leon Talley
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair of Large Wicker Armchairs w/ fitted upholstered seat cushion. Seat cushion is removable. From Andre Leon Talley's Collection. A striking pair of large wicker armchairs, meticul...
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Late 20th Century Unknown British Colonial Rattan Seating

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Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan

Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Metal & Rattan Dining Chairs, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
A design that convinces with its simple elegance. The filigree chair frame is made of black round bars. The legs close at the bottom with simple plates....
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Metal

Karl Malmvall for Ikea 'Karlskorna' Rattan Lounger 1990s
By IKEA
Located in London, GB
Karl Malmvall for IKEA ‘Karlskrona’ Lounger, 1990s – Wicker & Rattan Designed by Karl Malmvall for IKEA in the 1990s, the ‘Karlskrona’ lounger feature...
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Organic Modern Rattan Wicker Lounge Chair by Lane Venture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome woven rattan wicker lounge chair or armchair made in the coastal organic modern style by Lane Venture. The chair has a large wood frame with an ergonomic curved back that gr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Brass

Clara Porset's wood and rattan Mexican Butaque Chair by Luteca
Located in New York, NY
Cuban-born Clara Porset was a pioneer for modern design in Mexico. Having studied architecture in New York and then Paris, she finally settled in Mexico devoting her life to championing her mutually enriching vision of modernity and tradition. A fierce proponent of historical craft traditions, Clara Porset created wholly contemporary versions of the classic Mexican vernacular forms including the colonial butaque chair...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Set of Armchairs Designed by Thonet and Manufactured by Ligna in the 1950s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Remarkable set of armchairs, designed by Thonet and expertly manufactured by Ligna in the 1950s. Combining Thonet's visionary design aesthetic with Ligna's craftsmanship, these armch...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Italian Sofa and Coffee Table in Curved Bamboo and Leather, White Fabric, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Italian Mid-Century organic sofa and matching coffee table, fully made in bamboo, leather, and maple wood. The coffee table is completed by its original smokey bronzed glas...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

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Bamboo, Rattan, Leather, Fabric, Cotton, Cane, Chestnut

'Le Roi Bench' by Norr11 Smoked Ash and Rattan
Located in Paris, IDF
'Le roi Bench' by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Dimensions: W. 120 CM D. 35 CM H. 42 CM W. 47.24" D. 13.78" H. 16.54 " Finishes ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Ash

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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