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Material: Rattan
Pair of Italian Bamboo Rattan Stools in the Style of Franco Albini
Pair of Italian Bamboo Rattan Stools in the Style of Franco Albini

Pair of Italian Bamboo Rattan Stools in the Style of Franco Albini

By Franco Albini

Located in Barcelona, ES

Italian midcentury rattan and bamboo stools / side tables, 1950s-1960s Handcrafted These eye-catching stools / footstools can be used as end tables, side tables or nightstands. They have a nice construction and a clean design inspired in Michael Thonet bentwood stools...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of 4
Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of 4

Restored Midcentury Rattan Dining Side Chair with Three-Strand Back, Set of 4

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Vintage rattan dining room side chair with three strands “Speed“ back, included is a set of four chairs. Each chair features a three-pole rattan “Speed“ back seat back with an origin...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Rattan / Wicker Vintage IKEA Handwoven Lounge Chair / Chaiselong "Storvik".
Rattan / Wicker Vintage IKEA Handwoven Lounge Chair / Chaiselong "Storvik".

Rattan / Wicker Vintage IKEA Handwoven Lounge Chair / Chaiselong "Storvik".

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Scandinavian modern rattan lounge chair designed by Carl Öjerstam for Ikea. This design was made from a light weight bamboo frame. The chair had limited production with Ikea Sweden...

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Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Country Style Rattan Chairs with Covered Front Aprons, Sold Each
Vintage Country Style Rattan Chairs with Covered Front Aprons, Sold Each

Vintage Country Style Rattan Chairs with Covered Front Aprons, Sold Each

Located in Yonkers, NY

Two vintage Country style Thai hand woven rattan chair from the mid 20th century, with arching backs and H-Form cross stretchers. Embrace a fusion of functionality and earthy aesthetics with these vintage, mid-20th-century Thai rattan chairs...

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Mid-20th Century Thai Country Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Mid Century Modern Caned Window Bench
Mid Century Modern Caned Window Bench

Mid Century Modern Caned Window Bench

By Charak Furniture Company, Barnard & Simonds

Located in Southampton, NJ

Mid 20th century faux bamboo double caned scroll arm window bench newly upholstered in powder blue textured cotton. Bears the original makers tag, Barnard and Simonds Co. Grand Rapid...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Cotton, Faux Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Cherry

Cerdá, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, Spain, 1950s
Cerdá, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, Spain, 1950s

Cerdá, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, Spain, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A bamboo, rattan and green velvet sofa produced by Cerdá, Spain, c. 1950s. Cushions reupholstered in brand new velvet. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.75"H x 75.0"W x 29.5"D Seat ...

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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan

Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks
Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks

Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks

By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez

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

American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s
American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s

American Designer, Counter Stools, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A set of three bamboo, rattan and green velvet counter stools or bar stools designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 41.125"H x 21.8"W x 20.75"D Seat...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan

Pendant Rattan Chair ‘Eureka’ by Giovanni Travasa, Bonacina, Italy, 1950s
Pendant Rattan Chair ‘Eureka’ by Giovanni Travasa, Bonacina, Italy, 1950s

Pendant Rattan Chair ‘Eureka’ by Giovanni Travasa, Bonacina, Italy, 1950s

By Bonacina, Artek

Located in Karis, Nyland

A sculptural hanging chair in woven rattan, designed by Giovanni Travasa and produced by Vittorio Bonacina in Italy during the 1950s. Model ‘Eureka’ features an oval, cocoon-like for...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's
Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's

Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - made of rattan - good original condition.

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Lounge Chairs a pair
McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Lounge Chairs a pair

McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Lounge Chairs a pair

By John and Elinor McGuire

Located in Fulton, CA

A pair of organic modern lounge chairs by McGuire. Rattan frames with woven cane and reversible cushions. Very good original condition. Sturdy. 24.25 inches wide. 31.25 inches high....

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20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Italian Designer, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Wood, Rattan, Iron, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Wood, Rattan, Iron, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Wood, Rattan, Iron, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A dark-stained wood, iron and rattan lounge chair with ottoman designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Minor wicker breakage in headrest area. Minor scuffing on feet of wood legs...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Iron

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, Italy, 1960's
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, Italy, 1960's

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, Italy, 1960's

By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pair of lounge chairs designed in 1960's by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, Italy. Natural cognac leather upholstery with thick rattan structure.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Rattan

1980s McGuire Twisted Rattan Green Beige Chairs and Ottoman, Set of 3
1980s McGuire Twisted Rattan Green Beige Chairs and Ottoman, Set of 3

1980s McGuire Twisted Rattan Green Beige Chairs and Ottoman, Set of 3

By McGuire

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite twisted McGuire rattan set in green upholstery. The ultra rare set exudes an air of luxury and refine...

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1980s American Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Set of 8 Rattan Dining Chair, Circa 1970, France
Set of 8 Rattan Dining Chair, Circa 1970, France

Set of 8 Rattan Dining Chair, Circa 1970, France

By Madeleine Castaing

Located in Girona, Spain

DESCRIPTION: Set of 8 Rattan Dining Chair, Circa 1970, France. Rattan and Wicker. New Upholstered Cushions CONDITION: Very good condit...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored "Golden Girls" Art Deco Rattan "Fan Arm" Three-Seat Sofa
Restored "Golden Girls" Art Deco Rattan "Fan Arm" Three-Seat Sofa

Restored "Golden Girls" Art Deco Rattan "Fan Arm" Three-Seat Sofa

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautifully restored rattan blending style vintage charm with modern comfort. Rattan Fan 3 seat sofa with the same fabric as seen in the original "Golden Girls" show which ran f...

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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Presidents Stick Reed Rattan Nantucket 3 Seat Sofa
Presidents Stick Reed Rattan Nantucket 3 Seat Sofa

Presidents Stick Reed Rattan Nantucket 3 Seat Sofa

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Stick Rattan “Nantucket” Three-Seat Sofa This striking Nantucket 3-seater sofa features classic stick rattan framing with tightly woven wicker wrappings, offering both form and func...

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1990s Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Bentwood rocking chair by Thonet
Bentwood rocking chair by Thonet

Bentwood rocking chair by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood rocking chair by Thonet in excellent original codnition.

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1940s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Emmanuelle  Peacock Bamboo Wicker Fan Chair c. 1960/1970's
Emmanuelle  Peacock Bamboo Wicker Fan Chair c. 1960/1970's

Emmanuelle Peacock Bamboo Wicker Fan Chair c. 1960/1970's

Located in New York, NY

Classic 1960/1970's wicker, rattan Emmanuelle, or Peacock chair, in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition, showing only light wear, normal and consistent with age.

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Mid-20th Century Philippine Bohemian Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Restored "1949er" Rattan 3-Strand Lounge Chair by Heywood Wakefield
Restored "1949er" Rattan 3-Strand Lounge Chair by Heywood Wakefield

Restored "1949er" Rattan 3-Strand Lounge Chair by Heywood Wakefield

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Three-strand "1949er" rattan living-room lounge chair by Heywood Wakefield features decorative arched u arms and arched base. Great example of early post-war American rattan furnitur...

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1950s Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Sedia con Schienale Alto in Bambù e Rattan, Italia 1960s
Sedia con Schienale Alto in Bambù e Rattan, Italia 1960s

Sedia con Schienale Alto in Bambù e Rattan, Italia 1960s

Located in Naples, IT

Sedia in rattan e bambù che aggiunge calore e fascino a qualsiasi casa. Questa sedia ha uno schienale alto intrecciato in rattan e una robusta struttura in bambù. L'aspetto naturale...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Six Rattan or Bamboo Dining Chairs
Set of Six Rattan or Bamboo Dining Chairs

Set of Six Rattan or Bamboo Dining Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of six rattan or bamboo dining chairs, American, circa 1960s. They retain their warm original patina. This came from an estate with the matchi...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Vintage Boho Bent Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Vintage Boho Bent Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair

Vintage Boho Bent Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This elegant pair of vintage lounge chairs captures the quintessence of 1970s Boho Chic and Mid-Century Modern design. Expertly handcrafted from hand-bent rattan, each chair features...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Franco Albini Pouf Stool in Curved Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1960s
Franco Albini Pouf Stool in Curved Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1960s

Franco Albini Pouf Stool in Curved Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Spectacular Mid-Century French Riviera pouf in curved rattan, bamboo and hand-woven wicker designed by Franco Albini and made in Italy during the 1960s. The pouf is in fabulous co...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Pair of British Colonial Style Carved Caned Plantation Chairs
Pair of British Colonial Style Carved Caned Plantation Chairs

Pair of British Colonial Style Carved Caned Plantation Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing pair of hand-carved plantation chairs crafted in the British colonial taste. The chairs feature large frames decorated with reeded, scrolled seats having delicate acanthus de...

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20th Century British Colonial Rattan Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Wood

Brighton Pavilion Chairs
Brighton Pavilion Chairs

Brighton Pavilion Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Pair of vintage English Regency Brighton Pavilion style armchairs crafted from bamboo and rattan. Features horseshoe shaped bamboo frames detailed with fretwork of traditional geomet...

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Mid-20th Century English Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Six McGuire Woven Rattan Cane Dining Armchairs
Set of Six McGuire Woven Rattan Cane Dining Armchairs

Set of Six McGuire Woven Rattan Cane Dining Armchairs

By McGuire, Jacques Garcia

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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Raffia, Rattan, Hardwood

Rattan & Wicker Armchair in the style of Joseph André Motte - France 1960's
Rattan & Wicker Armchair in the style of Joseph André Motte - France 1960's

Rattan & Wicker Armchair in the style of Joseph André Motte - France 1960's

Located in New York, NY

Unique inverse boomerang structure rattan and wicker armchair. France 1950's. Braided wicker details on armrest. In good vintage condition. This chair will ship from France and can ...

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1960s Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Extraordinary Pair of 'Gala' armchairs by Franco Albini for Bonacina, Italy 1951
Extraordinary Pair of 'Gala' armchairs by Franco Albini for Bonacina, Italy 1951

Extraordinary Pair of 'Gala' armchairs by Franco Albini for Bonacina, Italy 1951

By Bonacina, Franco Albini

Located in Argelato, BO

This pair of armchairs represents an iconic testament to postwar Italian design, designed by renowned architect and designer Franco Albini in 1951 and produced by the historic Vittor...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Six Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Dining Armchairs
Set of Six Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Dining Armchairs

Set of Six Brighton Pavilion Style Bamboo Dining Armchairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing set of six bamboo rattan dining armchairs made in the Brighton Pavilion style. The chairs feature an intricate Chinese chippendale open fretwork design crafted from bamboo. The horseshoe shaped frame gracefully curves down to the arms and seat. Newly upholstered fitted loose seat cushions, webbing, and dust covers. The fabric has a laurel leaf style motif over a white ground. Beautifully crafted with a desirable aged patina on the bamboo finish. Rare to find a matching set of six. Provenance: From the estate of William Bernstein...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s
Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s

Mid-Century Italian Round Ottoman Pouf in Woven Rattan and Wood, Italy 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful French Riviera style pouf stool completely made in hand-woven rattan with walnut wood feet. This delightful organic object can also be used as stylish side table, it was de...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker

McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Sofa
McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Sofa

McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Sofa

By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Organic modern bamboo rattan sofa designed by breakthrough innovator Elinor McGuire for McGuire San Francisco. The three-seat sofa or settee features a handcrafted bent rattan frame ...

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20th Century American Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Pair Isamu Kenmochi Rattan Wicker Woven Round Lounge Chairs Japan
Vintage Pair Isamu Kenmochi Rattan Wicker Woven Round Lounge Chairs Japan

Vintage Pair Isamu Kenmochi Rattan Wicker Woven Round Lounge Chairs Japan

By Isamu Kenmochi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage pair of Isamu Kenmochi woven wicker and rattan lounge club chairs. These were brought over from Japan by a family member whose parents were stationed in the military. I see n...

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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Borek Sipek “Liba”  lounge chair for Driade, Italy circa 1988
Borek Sipek “Liba”  lounge chair for Driade, Italy circa 1988

Borek Sipek “Liba” lounge chair for Driade, Italy circa 1988

By Driade, B. Sipek

Located in Skokie, IL

Borek Sipek “Liba” lounge chair for Driade, Italy circa 1988 Dimensions: 22" h x 24" w x 34" d Condition: Excellent vintage condition.

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Steel

Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set

Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set

By Ficks Reed

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Full "S Arm" rattan living room set featuring three-seat sofa and matching lounge chairs. This arm style flows sinuously into a the rounded back of the sofa and chairs into an S shap...

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1950s Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Settee in the Style of John Wisner for Ficks Reed
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Settee in the Style of John Wisner for Ficks Reed

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Settee in the Style of John Wisner for Ficks Reed

By Ficks Reed

Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Vintage settee/loveseat with serpentine arms, in the style of John Wisner for Ficks Reed, 1950s. Very well executed rattan and hardwood construction, with spring support, beautiful ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Pair of Michael Taylor Style Woven Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs
Pair of Michael Taylor Style Woven Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs

Pair of Michael Taylor Style Woven Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Grand pair of oversized woven rattan wicker cube shaped lounge chairs or club chairs made in the fabulous organic modern manner and style of Michael Taylor...

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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Curvy dining chair
Curvy dining chair

Curvy dining chair

$2,043 / item

Curvy dining chair

Located in MADRID, ES

The Curvy Dining Chair features an organic geometric shape on the back, crafted from two solid pieces of wood hand-sculpted to perfection. Designed to be timeless, it merges contempo...

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2010s Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan, Teak

2-Strand Pretzel Shape Arm Rattan Lounge Chair
2-Strand Pretzel Shape Arm Rattan Lounge Chair

2-Strand Pretzel Shape Arm Rattan Lounge Chair

Located in Sheffield, MA

The 2 strand wicker/rattan club chair has rounded arm that comes with green and white wide striped canvas seat and back cushions. The side has pretzel shape x design. This lounge chair offers style and comfort for any porch or patio. The seat cushion has a wood frame at the bottom and metal support and springs, the way they used to make outdoor seat cushions...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

2 Piece Split Reed / Stick Wicker Settee and Chair Set
2 Piece Split Reed / Stick Wicker Settee and Chair Set

2 Piece Split Reed / Stick Wicker Settee and Chair Set

Located in Sheffield, MA

Stylish 1940's Stick Wicker / split reed sofa and armchair, deep-seated, angular with wide flat arms giving the sofa and chair that graceful elegant look. The rattan settee and arm c...

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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Restored Rare Full Stacked Rattan Lowboy Lounge Chair
Restored Rare Full Stacked Rattan Lowboy Lounge Chair

Restored Rare Full Stacked Rattan Lowboy Lounge Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Rare Vintage 1970s full stacked rattan lowboy lounge chair featuring a cubist design made entirely of stacked steam-bent pole rattan with rattan along th...

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1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Lounge Set w/ Reversible Cushions
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Lounge Set w/ Reversible Cushions

Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Lounge Set w/ Reversible Cushions

Located in Atlanta, GA

Excellent quality Mid-Century Modern bamboo and rattan lounge set of Italian design. The oversized lounge chairs and matching two-seat sofa feature the traditional four strand bentwo...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Rattan

An Italian rattan lounge chair in the manner of Gio Ponti, C. 1960.
An Italian rattan lounge chair in the manner of Gio Ponti, C. 1960.

An Italian rattan lounge chair in the manner of Gio Ponti, C. 1960.

By Gio Ponti

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The winged back and seat supported by sleek iron legs makes this chair give off both modern and boho vibes.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating

Materials

Iron

Pair of Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Scholar' Armchairs with Rattan Seats
Pair of Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Scholar' Armchairs with Rattan Seats

Pair of Ming Dynasty Style Elmwood Scholar' Armchairs with Rattan Seats

Located in Yonkers, NY

A pair of Chinese Ming Dynasty style elm scholar's chairs from the early 20th century, with unusual upper rail, carved panels on the splats, curved arms and rattan seats. Born in Chi...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Rattan Seating

Materials

Elm, Rattan

Restored Rattan & Wicker Swivel Bar Stool Set of 2
Restored Rattan & Wicker Swivel Bar Stool Set of 2

Restored Rattan & Wicker Swivel Bar Stool Set of 2

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Rattan and wicker bar stools with swivel seats. These chairs are slightly shorter than average bar stool height, will be a perfect for a lower bar or for your unique interior needs. ...

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1950s Vintage Rattan Seating

Materials

Wicker, 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.