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Material: Rattan
Rattan sofa, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rattan sofa with black lacquered steel legs. Produced in Brazil, 1960s.
Very good condition with small signs of usage.
Please note: matching table + chairs also available.
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Metal
$6,498 / set
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Sunroom Patio Furniture Sofa Couch Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Sunroom Patio Furniture Sofa Couch Furniture. Item features a wicker wrapped frame, woven diamond design to back,...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
A Pair Of Three Seat Rattan Sofas
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of three seat rattan sofas with an interesting design. As a bonus-a side table with glass top and floor lamp are included. Sofas sold w...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$1,750 Sale Price / set
30% Off
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...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$16,854 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Danny Ho Fong Tanganika Tropi-Cal Sofa Rare Basket Rattan Restored Boucle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The most special, rare sofa By Danny Ho Fong for Tropical-Cal, 1970s. This is the beloved, rare Tanganika collection. Please see original photos emailed to me from The Fong family of...
Category
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Midcentury Organic Modern Bent Rattan Sofa Demilune Ends
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Divine midcentury organic modern bamboo rattan sofa or settee with demilune or crescent shaped ends. The bentwood rattan frame features a channel back conforming seat cushion with ne...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
1970s Rattan Armchair by Uluv, Czechoslovakia
By Úľuv
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition
- Made of wood and rattan
- Made by ULUV.
Category
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Wood
1960s Vintage Bamboo Sofa / Day Bed With Gated Underneath Storage Area
Located in Germantown, MD
1960s vintage jumbo bamboo Sofa with gated underneath storage. Two large seat and back cushions in polyester with wear consistent with age and use, but no tear. Front lifts up as a g...
Category
1950s Indonesian Bauhaus Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Restored Rattan Round Sectional Sofa w/ 3-Strand Waterfall Arms
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Indulge in luxurious comfort with our four-seat rattan sectional corner sofa. Showcasing a unique round shape reminiscent of the conversation pits of the mid-20th century it features...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$16,900 Sale Price
35% Off
Indoor Balou Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Balou sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Abacca, rattan, Nylon. Steel.
Dimensions: 105 x 227 x H 75cm.
Named after the bear from The Jungle Book, Bal...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Steel
$7,065 / item
John Wisner Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Sofa in Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery
Located in Southampton, NJ
1950's John Wisner Ficks Reed Far Horizons rattan sofa with new wrapped foam inserts to the original custom cushions in vibrant Jack Lenor Larsen floral upholstery. Beautifully maint...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Antonio Citterio Set Of Two Esosoft Outdoor Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antonio Citterio Set Of Two 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...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$31,210 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Three Seat Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal three seat sofa. Beautiful bent rattan in a classic Frankl style shape. Coordinating chair also available on my page. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored Art Deco Stick Rattan Three-Seat Transitional Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Art Deco rattan three-seat sofa features the classic transitional arms with double-strand arms accented by a center stick strand in the center. The intricat...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
$4,875 Sale Price
35% Off
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...
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Modular Contemporary Outdoor Wicker Sofa Lounger with Integrated Daybed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modular L-shaped outdoor sofa integrates a daybed in its sloped geometry. The waterproof lounger is lightweight and easy to move around the garden. Its sloped forms encourage in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$3,680 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Handwoven Malawi Cane Sofa in Traditional Weave with White Linen Cushion
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sofa ever so artfully combines handwoven cane and solid wood with a plush linen and down-filled cushion, bringing long-lasting comfort to nearly any interior setting. We think i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Organic Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Wood, Linen, Cane, Rattan
Extraordinary Restored Complete Seating Set by Vivai del Sud, Italy, circa 1976
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent 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 incredible, beyond stylish complete four (4) piece seating set by Giusto Purini and Maurizio Mariani...
Category
1970s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Mahogany
Ficks Reed Restored Rattan Livingroom Set - Corner Sofa, Coffee & Side Table
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-Century restored rattan living room set featuring a 3-piece sectional sofa with square pretzel arms, a round coffee table, and a two-tiered side table. Also included is an origin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$17,322 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Original Rattan By Paul Frankl, Multi-Strand Sofa and Chaise Lounge
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare multi-strand set living room set. A museum-quality six-strand square pretzel sofa and five-strand chaise lounge were designed by Paul T. Frankl using the highest-quality grade...
Category
1940s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$62,400 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Restored "Double Tear Drop Arm" Rattan Sofa Sectional Settee W/ Stacked Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Double Tear Drop Arm, two-seat sectional loveseat sofa with six-strand round speed "Double Tear Drop arm" .
1930, United
We only purc...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$3,640 Sale Price
35% Off
Restored 10 Strand Square Pretzel Rattan 3-Seater Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid Century ten-strand square pretzel arm rattan 3-seater sectional sofa in the style of Paul T. Frankl. It comes with custom-made cushions available C.O.M. and a finely constructed ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$11,700 Sale Price
35% Off
Mid-century 2-Strand Transitional Arm 3-Seat Rattan Sofa w/ Arched Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Mid-century two-strand transitional arm 3-seat sofa with arched base. This sofa features a unique rattan pole back with fancy wrappings...
Category
1970s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$4,225 Sale Price
35% Off
Restored Paul Frankl Style Six-Strand Square Pretzel 3 Seater Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Art Deco six-strand rattan square pretzel arm, three-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous six-strand square pretzel side arms and a stacked ra...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$6,739 Sale Price
35% Off
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...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$13,540 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Vintage Ficks Reed Faux Bamboo Chinoiserie Style Sofa
By Ficks Reed
Located in Stamford, CT
1970s vintage Ficks Reed faux bamboo and rattan sofa with a chinoiserie flair. In original yellow finish with original fabric. Cushions have ha...
Category
1970s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Indoor Balou Loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Balou loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Abacca, rattan, nylon. Steel.
Dimensions: 105 x 167 x H 75cm
Named after the bear from The Jungle Boo...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Steel
$4,867 / item
Vintage rattan Belse 8, Dutch Design, 1950, 2 seater sofa
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: This beautifully designed Dutch Design 2-seater sofa, made in the Netherlands in the 1950s.
This rattan Belse 8, 2-seater sofa features a timeless design, a beautifully sha...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$584 Sale Price
50% Off
Vintage Coastal Heywood Wakefield Bent Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with timeless tropical charm with this vintage bent rattan sofa, attributed to Heywood-Wakefield. Crafted with beautifully arched arms and a geometric bamboo frame,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored Art Deco Style Rattan Fan Arm Four-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Harveys Collection features the famous Fan Arm 4 seat sectional sofa. The sofa features beautifully shaped fan arms with a stacked rattan base.
Sofa dimensions = 34" H X 35" D X 113...
Category
1990s American Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$5,259 Sale Price
35% Off
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 ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Paint
$12,187 Sale Price
35% Off
21st Century Kimberley Striped Sofa Rattan, Handmade in Portugal by Wood Tailors
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
A tribute to John Wodehouse, 1st Earl of Kimberley, this sofa exudes an understated elegance that blends British heritage with natural charm. Crafted from solid oak and detailed with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Oak
$12,038 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Fabulous Restored Sofa by John Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954- Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa frame is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
A fabulous restored vintage sofa...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Curved Bamboo and Leather with White Fabric, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century organic sofa, fully made in bamboo, knotted leather, and chestnut wood. This incredibly elegant and unique sofa was designed in Italy during the 1960s.
This s...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Brass
$4,300 Sale Price
20% Off
McGuire Rattan Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Dallas, TX
Iconic 3 seat rattan sofa by McGuire. Solid construction, rawhide corner wraps, bullseye back, great quality and form, circa mid-late 20th century.
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$3,600
Vintage Boho Pencil Reed Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the sculptural elegance and organic allure of this stunning vintage pencil reed sofa. A captivating example of 1980s design artistry, this pi...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
1970s Tropical Sculptural Finely Crafted Rattan Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, Organic McGuire style sofa you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful sofa is s...
Category
1970s Philippine Bohemian Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
Fabulous Restored Custom-Commissioned Rattan Sofa in the Style of John Wisner
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent sofa frame is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. Expert cu...
Category
1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$18,795 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Sofa and Chair - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charming vintage coastal set featuring a bent rattan sofa and matching chair. With their beautifully curved frames and natural woven detailing, this duo radiates casual elegance and ...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Restored "Big Kings" Plush Rattan Loveseat Sofa With 4 Strand Arms, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Discover luxury in the form of a rare pair of restored "Big Kings" plush rattan loveseat sofas fashioned after Paul Frankl's design. These exquisite pieces feature distinctive 4-Stra...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$4,160 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Restored Mid-century 3 Strand Rattan Spoke Half Moon Arm Corner Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored 1930 three-strand half-moon sectional spoked sofa in the manner of Paul Frankl with the well-known "Half Moon" shaped arms, designed in the manner of Paul F...
Category
1930s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$5,131 Sale Price
35% Off
Six Piece Rattan Ficks Reed Set, Two 94" Rattan Sofas, Chair, Ottoman Two Tables
By Ficks Reed
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...
Category
1970s American American Classical Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Wood, Rattan, Fabric
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...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$14,914 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Italian Bench with Box Case, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury bamboo and rattan bench with box case. This fantastic item was produced in Italy during 1950s.
This small bench is quite unique as it has red cushion seats, a s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Three Seater Rattan Sofa, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Elegant three-seater sofa from the 1960s. Beautifully shaped rattan and bamboo frame. This wonderful sofa is in very good condition with slight signs of wear from age and use, preser...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Three Seat Rattan Sofa By Palm Springs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Transform your living or lounge space into a sun-drenched retreat with this vintage Palm Springs rattan sofa—a statement piece that effortlessly bl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Woven rattan sofa with dedar fabric cushions
Located in Roma, RM
Woven rattan sofa with dedar fabric cushions
Includes cushions in Dedar fabric – About Flowers col. 001
Dimensions: 137 W x 70 H × 75 D cm
Category
1970s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Restored Three-strand 3/4 Pretzel Arm Rattan 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Three-strand 3/4 pretzel arm 3-seat rattan sofa features the well-known 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Armrest on each end with a decorative arch along the base. The sofa is decorated ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$2,372 Sale Price
35% Off
Gerard van den Berg rattan leather double sofa for Montis, The Netherlands 1970s
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This rare and very comfortable mid-century 'Rock' style sofa was designed in the style of the famous Rock by the famous Dutch designer Gerard van den Berg for Montis.
The Netherland...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Rare Restored "1940s Transition" Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Full "1940s Transition" rattan living room set features a three-seat sofa, two matching lounge chairs, and a stacked coffee table. This...
Category
1950s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$5,817 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Rattan Campaign Style Ficks Reed Far Horizon Collection Sofa by John Wisner
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful vintage rattan Campaign style Ficks reed Far Horizon Collection sofa designed by John Wisner. We love the warm light brown bamboo color on...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Brass
$6,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Pencil Rattan Sofa, Pair Arm Chairs, Coffee Table
Located in Stamford, CT
Restored and reupholstered 1940s pencil rattan sofa, pair of armchairs, and glass top coffee table. It is reminiscent of the rattan creations of Gabriella Crespi. These are substanti...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Restored Pair of Breille Sofas by Henry Olko for Willow and Reed, circa 1978
Located in Atlanta, GA
An incredibly rare pair of restored sofa frames by the Great Henry Olko for his Willow and Reed firm, circa 1978. These stunning examples are from Olko's boutique "Breille" series. E...
Category
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Restored Rattan Six-Strand Shelf Arms Sofa and Chair Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl style rattan blends style and vintage charm with modern comfort. This stunning set features a four-seat sofa and matching lounge chair, all expe...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Mahogany
$13,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Boho Beverly Hills Rattan Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A chic vintage boho rattan sofa from Beverly Hills Rattan, exuding relaxed elegance and natural charm. Done in the manner of Paul Frankl. Featuring a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Fabricius and Kastholm Classics of Mid-Century Modernism Two-Seat Sofa.
Located in Antwerp, BE
To be the classics of Midcentury Modernism,Fabricius and Kastholm two-seat sofa, features in exclusively steel frames with elephant grey leather loose cushions and cord-wrapped armre...
Category
1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Steel
$11,342 Sale Price
20% Off
Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig e Gino Maggioni Italian Sofa, 1940
Located in Roma, Lazio
A very rare and essential sofa in 1940.
Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig e Gino Maggioni designed this fine sofa in curved wood. It is formed by two large square in curved wood, (typica...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Beech
Vintage Coastal Four Strand Bent Rattan Sofa After Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace coastal sophistication with this Vintage Four Strand Bent Rattan Sofa, reminiscent of iconic designs by Frankl. Crafted with American flair, its elegant four-strand construct...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Freestanding Sofa in Rattan, Beech and Reupholstered Fabric, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Freestanding Sofa in Rattan, Beech and Reupholstered Fabric, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rattan, beech and reupholstered fabric
Style: ...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Fabric, Beech
Vintage Rattan Sofas and Couches for Sale on 1stDibs
Shopping for a vintage rattan sofa? 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, indoor rattan sofas 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.
Outdoor rattan sofas and other 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. The mid-century years also saw rattan sofas being created by the likes of Heywood-Wakefield, Ficks Reed and Franco Albini, a pioneering Italian designer who crafted rattan armchairs and more for Bonacina.
Find antique and vintage rattan sofas and other types of sofas on 1stDibs.
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