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Material: Rattan
Pair of Large French Rattan Lounge Chairs by Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Roi
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Important Trend-setting Pair of Large French Rattan Sculptural Lounge Chairs by Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Roi for Edition Rougier, circa 1955. This is a rare model w...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
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...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,791 / item
Bohemian Vintage Handcrafted Beige Bamboo Split Reed Caning Rattan Peacock Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Boho Chic handwoven vintage Beige Wingback peacock chair from the 1970s.
Made out of Bamboo Wicker, Rattan and split reed handmade and handwoven seat.
Gold Foil Label at the...
Category
1970s Philippine Anglo-Indian Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Reed, Bamboo
Set of 4 rattan and metal chairs 60s style design
Located in Padova, IT
Set of 4 chairs made of black metal and rattan, featuring a 1960s-inspired design. Recently manufactured with a strong vintage aesthetic. All pieces are in very good condition — a st...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
Vintage Heywood Wakefield Mid-Century Modern Tub Loveseat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning example of mid-century ingenuity, this vintage tub loveseat by Heywood Wakefield is a masterpiece of form and comfort. Its elegant, wrap-around barrel-back silhouette is e...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
A Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Rattan Basket Chairs in the manner of Arthur Umanoff
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
Step into a world of mid-century elegance with this exceptional pair of 1950s rattan wicker basket chairs, beautifully crafted in the manner of renowned designer Arthur Umanoff. Thes...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Pair of Restored Bauhaus Cesca Chairs, by M. Breuer, Chrome, Beech, Italy, 1980s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This iconic Cesca chair, an original design masterpiece by Marcel Breuer in the Bauhaus style, represents the pinnacle of "Made in Italy" quality. This authentic chair by the famous ...
Category
1980s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Coastal Rattan Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
This chair features a sturdy wooden frame finished in a rich, dark walnut stain, providing both durability and a timeless appeal. The backrest and sides are crafted from beautifully ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$735 / item
Armchair by Ib Kofod Larsen for Christian Linnebergs Mobelfabrik, Denmark 1960s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik, Denmark.
This elegant teak armchair embodies the best of Danish modern design, featuring graceful lines, a beautiful...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
A French rattan convertible chaise lounge, C. 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This delightful and versatile armchair has a shaped crest over a straight adjustable back, and a retractable foot stool / ottoman. This form is also referred to as a steamer chair fr...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
1960s President Sculptural Wingback Rattan Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, rare, rattan President club chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Rattan Hollywood Regency Chinese Chippendale Fretwork Sofa
Located in Lake Worth, FL
The product is a vintage Bielecky Brothers rattan fretwork sofa in a beige color, with a Chinese Chippendale Fretwork Hollywood Regency style. It has a height of 36 inches, a length ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
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 ...
Category
1960s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
McGuire Organic Modern Twisted Rattan Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome matching lounge chair and ottoman crafted in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire artisans. The iconic chair features bent rattan poles twisted together re...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Oak
1980s McGuire Style Target Back Stacked Rattan Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By McGuire
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...
Category
1980s Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Rattan
Coastal Teak Barstool
Located in Westwood, NJ
A harmonious blend of coastal charm and modern elegance. This barstool features a sturdy teak wood frame with a natural finish, ensuring durability and timeless style. The seat and b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
$1,095 / item
Rattan Green Stripe Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue
Located in Labrit, Landes
French rattan folding deck chair or lounger chair, circa 1930
Handwoven with a green stripe
Very comfortable for patio or garden
Folded dimensions H 24.21 x W 29.7 x D 31.3 in. (H...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wicker
$1,330 Sale Price
20% Off
American Designer, Lounge Chair, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and cream-white fabric lounge chair designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.6"H x 34.3"W x 35.9"D
Seat Height (inches): 16.5"
A...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Creel and Gow Rattan Trellis Chair
Located in New York, NY
Rattan Trellis chair made for Creel and Gow in Tangier Morocco
Measures: 29" x 27" x 38".
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$3,000 / item
Restored 8 Piece "Far Horizon" Rattan Livingroom Set by John Wisner For Ficks
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare Mid Century 8 Piece "Far Horizon" collection Dark Rattan Sofa, Chair & Table Livingroom set with a designed John Wisner for Ficks reed reminiscent of James Mont that has an Asia...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$6,066 Sale Price / set
74% Off
Vintage Coastal Trellis Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Immerse yourself in the laid-back elegance of the tropics with this exquisite pair of Vintage Coastal Trellis Rattan Lounge Chairs. Expertly hand-woven from natural rattan, these cha...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, 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
Mid Century Modern Style Leather Dining Armchair w Woven Cane Backrest
Located in NEW YORK, NY
With a sculptural form that evokes mid-century elegance, this dining armchair showcases a perfect blend of timeless craftsmanship and rich, tactile finishes. Its gracefully contoured...
Category
2010s European Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Leather
Mid-Century Rattan Rocking Chairs, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia
- made of rattan
- good original condition.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$598 Sale Price
20% Off
Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Italian Armchair, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Midcentury rattan and bamboo Italian armchair. This item was produced in Italy during 1960s.
The seat is made of thin rattan elements while the structural elements are made of bam...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Cane
Customizable New and Made to order Gubi Bistra Chair by AMDL Circle
By Gubi
Located in New York, NY
Designed for GUBI by Michele De Lucchi’s architecture practice, AMDL CIRCLE, Bistra is a
sculptural furniture collection that distills the classic bistro chair to its essential form,...
Category
2010s Danish Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Boho Bielecky Brothers Trellis Rattan Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking pair of vintage lounge chairs embodies the sophisticated flair of 1970s Hollywood Regency and Coastal design. The robust frames are crafted from natural rattan with sty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Danish Design Minerva Sofa Set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Teak, 1950
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Extremely rare & stunning! This fully original ''Minerva seating group'' by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen 1950.
The design & luxurious feeling of this set are just superb. The combination of teak, rattan, wool & chrome are breathtaking.
It looks stunning from any angle with the minimalist teak & chrome backrests so you can place it in the center of your room.
The set has its original finish & original padded wool upholstery in grey/green. which remains in amazing condition!
The FD516 coffee table...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Barbara Barry for McGuire Caned Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By Barbara Barry, McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish and rare pair of large lounge chairs or club chairs with matching ottoman designed in the California coastal organic modern style by Barbara Barry for McGuire. The chairs fea...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Cane, Rattan
Dutch Pair of Bamboo & Rattan Lounge Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Dutch bamboo reed and rattan occasional chairs. These vintage chairs from the Netherlands have been created with soft, curvy lines out of bent and molded bamboo reeds and r...
Category
20th Century Dutch Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$3,780 / set
Set of Two Eero Aarnio "Mushroom" Juttu Stools In Rattan/Wicker, Asko 1960s
By Asko, Eero Aarnio
Located in Helsinki, FI
A charming "pair" of Juttu stools, aka mushroom stools, designed by Eero Aarnio for Asko in the early 1960s. Introduced in 1961, the Juttu jakkara was Aarnio’s first stool design and...
Category
1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Midcentury Design Chippendale Style Bamboo Dining Chairs, Italy 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Boho Design Chippendale Style Bamboo Dining Chair set of 4. Made in Italy, 1960's period. Bamboo constructed chairs with webbing woven seats. These comes in good o...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
American Designer, Slipper Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and green velvet slipper lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Provenance: Property from the Collection of Dee and Tommy Hilfiger
Seat h...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Velvet, Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage set of 6 Tropical Vibe McGuire Rattan & Cane Dining Chairs c. 1970s
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice late 1970s vintage set of 6, California casual designed McGuire San Francisco dining chairs made of bent rattan and caning wit...
Category
1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
Rattan Daybed in the style of Louis Sognot - France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Rare rattan daybed with unique rattan loop shaped supporting structure. In good vintage condition. Indicated seat height is without mattress.
Category
1960s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Bauhaus Industrial Polstergleich Architect Swivel Stool Cair with Footrest 1930s
By Polstergleich
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Very rare adjustable swivel stool especially made for architects designed by Margarete Kloeber in the 1930s.
The stool has four spiral springs under the seat allowing the user to mov...
Category
1950s German Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
McGuire C-1 Rattan Three Seat Sofa
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 B-1 loveseat, as a single lounge chair, and also a three seat sofa...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Rattan
1970s Rattan & Wicker Handcrafted Emmanuelle Peacock Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Classic 1970s Bohemian rattan and wicker "Emmanuelle" Peacock Chair. This iconic chairs popularity skyrocketed in 1974, after actress Sylvia Kristel was featured topless in the chair...
Category
1970s Philippine Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Set of Six Restored Bauhaus Cesca Chairs, by M. Breuer, Chrome, Italy, 1980s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This iconic Cesca chair, an original design masterpiece by Marcel Breuer in the Bauhaus style, represents the pinnacle of "Made in Italy" quality. This authentic chair by the famous ...
Category
1980s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
American Designer, Sofa, Iron, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron, rattan and beige fabric sofa or bench, designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Seat height 18”
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Iron
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 ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Rattan
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$3,450 / set
Bunny Williams Home Carolina Wicker Dining Chair
Located in New York, NY
The Carolina dining chair is comfortably upholstered with tie-on seat and back cushions.
- Natural rattan is suitable for use indoors or on a covered loggia, porch, or veranda.
- Se...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,500 / item
LOUIS XVI FRENCH CARVED GiLTWOOD DOUBLE CANED BERGERE SETTEE SOFA WINDOW SEAT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exceptional sublime Louis XVI French Carved Giltwood and double Caned Bergère Window seat or Settee
P...
Category
19th Century European Louis XVI Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Giltwood
Large Peacock Chair Rattan Emanuelle Chair XL Boho Style 149cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful large boho-style peacock chair, better known as the Emanuelle chair from the film, made of rattan in the second half of the 20th century.
Made of rattan and woven cane, it...
Category
1960s European Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
1960 Set of Four "Se 05" Rattan Dining Chairs By Martin Visser For 't Spectrum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous set of 4 dining chairs, created by Martin Visser in 1960 for Dutch furniture manufacturer 't Spectrum. The model features a black metal frame with wicker seat and backrest. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
NEW! DOOQ! Modern Armchair Havana in Walnut and Brown
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Celebrating a one night affair in the Caribbean paradise, Havana armchair insinuates the pleasures of a bohemian lifestyle with its flirtatious and see through shapes, reminding us o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Vintage Boho McGuire Bent Rattan Sofa
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning example of high-style vintage design, this McGuire-inspired sofa or settee brings a touch of organic elegance to any interior. Masterfully crafted from bent rattan and fin...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Lacquer
Set of Two Mats Theselius PS Chair for IKEA Limited Edition 1990s
By IKEA
Located in Čelinac, BA
Mats Theselius PS Chairs for IKEA 1990s
Category
1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
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...
Category
1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Midcentury Circle Sided Rattan Arm Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of gracefully curved back rattan arm chairs with corset backs and circle sides. Two orange cushions.
Category
1960s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
British Victorian Bamboo & Cane Reclining Steamer Armchair With Footrest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A British Colonial Formed Bamboo & Cane Reclining Steamer armchair with Pull Out Footrest 1900's
Exquisite indoor or outdoor reclining chair ...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
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...
Category
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$5,252 Sale Price / item
65% Off
Franco Albini Pouf Stool in Curved Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1960s
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage Boho Bielecky Brothers Trellis Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional set of six dining chairs, crafted by the renowned Bielecky Brothers, exemplifies the finest American Mid-Century rattan furniture. Each chair is constructed from rob...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Janine Abraham & Dirk Jan Rol Rattan Lounge Chairs, Edition Rougier, France 1950
Located in Roma, IT
We offer for sale a pair of iconic lounge chairs of 20th-century modern French design.
Designed in the 1950s by Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol, a close-knit couple in both their pri...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Iron
Rattan British Colonial Style Plantation Planters Chair, Woven Seat
Located in Miami, FL
Rattan British Colonial Style Plantation Planters Chair, Woven Seat
Offered for sale is an elegant rattan framed plantation chair created in the British Colonial style. The chair ha...
Category
20th Century British Colonial Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Round Rattan Ottoman, Boucle, Mid Century
Located in Miami, FL
Round Rattan Ottoman, white boucle fabric seat. Ready for a new home.
Category
1970s Indonesian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Pair of Italian Woven Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely pair of woven chairs from Italy, 1960s. Light woven wicker scoop seats with rattan and bamboo frame. Original finish shows nice age and patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Bamboo
$4,800 / set
Restored Rare 5-Strand "Reverse Pretzel" Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Living Room
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully Rare five-strand "Reverse Pretzel" rattan living room set includes one lounge chair and a matching five-seat sofa. Each seat features rounded five-strand "Reverse Pr...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$6,212 Sale Price / set
44% Off
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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