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Material: Rattan
Eero Aarnio Mid Century Rattan Sofa
By Eero Aarnio
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Eero Aarnio midcentury rattan sofa
This sofa measures: 76 wide x 32 deep x 24.5 inches high, with a seat height of 14.5 and arm height of 2...
Category
1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Faceted Stick Rattan Sofa After Heywood Wakefield
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introducing our American-style Vintage Coastal Faceted Stick Rattan Sofa, inspired by the iconic designs of Heywood Wakefield. Crafted with meticulous detail and coastal charm, it's ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Four Seat Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Coastal four seat sofa. Chic bent rattan with loop sides and a high back. Fully restored with a complete rattan makeover and all new Sunbrella upholstery with the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
21st Kimberley Striped Sofa Elitis, 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
Portofino Rattan Two Seater Sofa
Located in London, GB
Italian style rattan 2 seater sofa in natural finish.
White cotton cushions included.
Dimensions:-
H 72 x W 182 x D 90cm
Seat H 46cm
*Handmade product with natural fibres. Fini...
Category
2010s British Rattan Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Rattan
$8,579 / item
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the effortless elegance of coastal living with this Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Sofa. Crafted with intricate, curved rattan, this sofa exudes a relaxed, breezy charm that's p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Rattan Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Sofa
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this very nice all original rattan 3 seat modular sofa.
Category
1970s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
1950’s Ficks Reed Lacquered Stick Rattan President’s Sofa Custom Upholstered
By Ficks Reed
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
An iconic and sought-after design by Ficks Reed, this 1950’s Stick Rattan “President’s Sofa” has been completely reimagined in a refined Coastal Regency palette. A rare piece from on...
Category
1950s American Regency Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Paint
Walnut Highback Suzy Wong Loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut highback Suzy Wong loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Lampakanai, rattan, walnut.
Also available in maple.
Dimensions: 75 cm x 164.5 cm x H 122 cm
Woven panels c...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Walnut
Indoor Matilda Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor matilda sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Rattan.
Also available in other colors and for outdoors.
Dimensions: 100cm x 230 cm x H 63cm.
Th...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$6,127 / item
Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Cognac Leather Sofa, Italy 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Cognac Leather Sofa, Italy, 1970s
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rattan
The Rock Tall back rattan loveseat sofa by Gerard van den Berg leather, 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.
Period: 1970s
...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rattan
$3,647 Sale Price
32% Off
Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
New old stock 3-strand 3/4, three-seat rattan "Kauai" Sofa featuring 3/4 pretzel chair arms with loop center feet. Add that mid-20th-century Hawaiian charm and timeless tropical vibe...
Category
1990s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$3,206 Sale Price / item
35% Off
Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa Sleeper Bed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
New old stock three-strand 3/4, three-seat rattan "Kauai" sofa sleeper bed featuring 3/4 pretzel chair arms with loop center feet and fold-out queen mattress. Add that mid-20th-centu...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$4,103 Sale Price / item
35% Off
Ficks Reed Three Strand Rattan "Angles" Three Piece Sofa
By Ficks Reed
Located in Highland, IN
This terrific Ficks Reed rattan sofa is perfect for your mid-century pad or tropical Tiki room. The "Angles" line strikes the perfect balance between curved and straight lines and of...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Maple Lowback Suzy Wong Loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Maple lowback suzy wong loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: abaca, rattan, maple.
Also available in walnut.
Dimensions: 83 cm x 162 cm x H 64 cm.
...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Maple
$5,015 / item
Maple Highback Suzy Wong Loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Maple highback Suzy Wong loveseat by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: Abaca, rattan, maple.
Also available in walnut.
Dimensions: 75 cm x 164.5 cm x height 122 cm
Woven panels cre...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Maple
Gabriella Crespi Bohemian 72 Sofa Diagonal Bouclé Dedar 007 for GUBI
By Gabriella Crespi, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
The Bohemian ‘72 Collection brings together Gabriella Crespi’s interest in natural materials, her fascination with stacked sculptural forms, and her curiosity about Eastern cultures ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bohemian Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
$8,799 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Two Seater, Beige Boucle Fabric, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Two Seater, Beige Boucle Fabric, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery
Category
1960s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Rattan
Rattan Sofa by Isamu Kenmochi , 2022, Y･M･K-NAGAOKA
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
This is a custom-made model, exclusive to CASA DE, produced by YMK Nagaoka (formerly Yamakawa Rattan), which has been manufacturing rattan furniture since the 1950s. The supple curve...
Category
1960s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$7,755 / item
Forma Loveseat Indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Forma loveseat indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue.
Materials: rattan.
Dimensions: 66 cm x 84 cm x H 82 cm.
A contemporary collection perfect for both indoor and outdoor spaces, the bala...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$3,981 / item
McGuire Rattan 3 Seat Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Dallas, TX
Fantastic vintage McGuire of San Francisco Model C-1 sofa, featuring a thick, bent pole rattan frame with gracefully curved back. The rattan is lashed together with leather rawhide l...
Category
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Art "Hawaii" Rattan Fan Arm Two-Seat Sectional Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Harveys Collection features the famous Art Deco fan arm 2-seater sectional settee featuring mostly famously in the living room of Blanche, Rose, Dorothy, and Sophia in the 80s/90s cl...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$3,311 Sale Price / item
35% Off
Mid-Century Rattan Sofa 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century rattan sofa 1960s.
Category
1960s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Rattan Sofa by Clark Casual
Located in Highland, IN
This lovely rattan sofa has a dynamic frame of curved and swooping lines which make it a delight from every angle. The basket-like form cradles the seat and back cushions and makes f...
Category
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored Frankl Style Rattan Six Strand Square Pretzel 3-seat Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century six-strand 3-seat rattan sofa features square pretzel arms and a classic stacked base. Made of steam-bent rattan poles.
The sofa followed the same silhouette that was pr...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Wicker, Rattan
$6,110 Sale Price
35% Off
Paul Frankl 3-seater sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Hilversum, NL
This distinctive 3-seater rattan sofa was designed by Paul Frankl and is known for its striking, looped armrests reminiscent of a pretzel. The sturdy rattan frame and rounded shapes ...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Jaffna Sofa, Mid Century Modern Style, Linen, Rattan, Nedun Solid Wood
Located in Palma, ES
Some pieces are loud and clear about their unique and distinctive nature, but others only reveal their excellence upon a considered glance and a moment of contemplation. The subtle c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Brass
McGuire Rattan Sofa
By McGuire
Located in Franklin Park, IL
McGuire Rattan Sofa
This sofa measures: 66.5 wide x 33 deep x 33.25 inches high, with a seat height of 22 and arm height of 29 inches
We take ou...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
$2,595
20th Century Rattan Corner Sofa
Located in Charmes, FR
Rattan corner sofa made in the 70s in very good condition, decorated with black cushions
Category
Mid-20th Century French Bohemian Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Paul T. Frankl 4-Strand Square Pretzel Round-Back 3-Seat Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare, museum-quality four-strand square pretzel round-back three-seat sofa was designed by Paul T. Frankl using the highest-quality rattan poles and reeds available and restored...
Category
1930s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$45,600 Sale Price
20% Off
2 Mid-Century Modern Bohemian Rattan & Split Reed Barrel Back Sofas Boho Chic
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive vintage pair of Bohemian barrel back three seater sofas, circa 1970s. Made from a contoured split reed frame with woven rattan panels. Features a white upholstery with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Reed
$5,600 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid-20th Century Restored Organic Modern Split Rattan Sculptural Sofa
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A bold and sculptural Mid-20th Century split rattan sofa, fully restored and showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. The geometric frame is wrapped in diagonally patterned rattan, high...
Category
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Art Deco Style "Hawaii" Rattan Fan Arm Three-Seat Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Harveys Collection features the famous Mid-Century fan arm 3 seater sectional sofa. The sofa features beautifully shaped fan arms with a stacked rattan base.
1990, United States
So...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$4,182 Sale Price / item
35% Off
Restored Child Size Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired pair of child-size six-strand square pretzel rattan lounge chairs, each featuring reversed square pretzel arms and an over-stacked heig...
Category
1930s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$4,676 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Restored Paul Frankl Style Six-Strand Square Pretzel Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored rattan blending style vintage charm with modern comfort. Six-strand square pretzel style, three-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous five-stra...
Category
1930s Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$6,739 Sale Price
35% Off
Outdoor Sofa, Woven Synthetic Rattan, Sand Violet.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Outdoor sofa, woven synthetic rattan, sand violet.
Discover the outdoor sofa where luxury and durability meet.
Adorned with sumptuous sand violet fabric and featuring the sophistica...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$6,110 / item
Mid-20th Century Coastal Bent Rattan Sofa by Ficks Reed With Houndstooth Upholst
By Ficks Reed
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Classic bent rattan meets graphic drama in this Mid-20th Century three-seat rattan sofa by Ficks Reed. Featuring an arched apron design and curved rattan arms, the frame has been pre...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Art Deco Five-Strand Square Pretzel 3-Seater Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Art Deco era five-strand square pretzel style, three-seat sectional sofa. This sofa features the famous five strand square pretzel side...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
$4,810 Sale Price
35% Off
Restored Quad Pole "R" Arm 3 Seat Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare "R" arm rattan 3 seater sofa with "Quad Pole" design featuring 4 strand rattan arms, legs, and 4 pole base.
1950, United States
Sofa: 33in. H x 7...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
1970s, Scandinavian 3-seater sofa, furniture leather, teak wood legs, bent wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian 3-seater sofa. Brown furniture leather, teak wood legs, bent beech wood, furniture rattan mesh. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable cons...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Beech, Teak, Bentwood
Vintage Coastal Stick Rattan Sofa After Bielecky Brothers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Channel timeless coastal elegance with this Vintage Stick Rattan Sofa, inspired by the craftsmanship of Bielecky Brothers. Featuring beautifully handwoven stick rattan construction i...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
American mid-century rattan beige floreal fabric sofa by McGuire Company, 1970s
By McGuire
Located in MIlano, IT
American modern rattan and beige floreal fabric sofa by McGuire Company, 1970s.
Two-seater sofa with seat and back made by cushions upholstered in beige fabric with floral motifs. Th...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Luc Sofa Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc settee with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade in a solid wood base, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is availa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$9,791 Sale Price / item
20% Off
New Linen Upholstery Three Seater Sofa Bamboo Sofa & Pair of Club Chairs MINT!
By Ficks Reed, McGuire
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New Linen Upholstery Three Seater Sofa Bamboo Sofa & Pair of Club Chairs MINT!
sofa dimensions:
32" x 64" x 33"
lounge chair dimensions:
32" x 27" x 33"
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan, Linen, Bamboo
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Modular Sofa With End Table Set
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A tasteful fusion of modern, Eastern and boho-chic style. Luxurious bamboo seating group by John B. Wisner for Ficks Reed. Wisner’s “Far Horizons” collection was first introduced i...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
$4,396 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Restored Child Size 3-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Frankl style child-size or pet furniture size three-strand round full pretzel arm rattan living room set with a lounge chair and matching settee with fancy ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$4,871 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Luc Sofa Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Aluminium
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc settee with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade in a solid wood base, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is availa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$9,791 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Restored Five-Strand Streamline Square Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Chair set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Art Deco Rattan living-room set including a matching sectional sofa and lounge chair. Both feature the famous five-strand square pretze...
Category
1930s American Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$8,121 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Rattan sofa, attributed to Viggo Boesen, Denmark, 1960s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rattan and cane. Good vintage condition, with minor signs of usage and patina.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired mid-century rattan living room set includes a matching 3-seat sectional sofa and lounge chair. Both feature the famous six-strand squar...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$8,086 Sale Price / set
35% Off
New Gold Linen Upholstery Bamboo 2 Part Sectional Sofa c1970s MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
New Gold Linen Upholstery Bamboo 2 Part Sectional Sofa c1970s MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored 1930s Six-Strand Square Pretzel Sofa in the Manner of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original rattan six-strand square pretzel arm three-seat sofa with a wonderfully stacked rattan base and white covered cushions,
1930, United Staes
We we only purchase and sell on...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
$6,987 Sale Price
35% Off
Vintage Armchair Ficks Reed Style Patio Furniture Rattan Armchair Beach
Located in Rochester, NY
Ficks Reed style rattan armchair in immaculate condition. Part of a set including another 3 seat sofa.
DM for details on set! But this piece is gorgeous and in immaculate vintage co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Restored Two-Strand "Circles and Speed" Three Seat Rattan Sofa
By Axo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rattan sofa has what we at the shop call the "Circles and Speed" two-strand chair arm with an arched base and stick rattan seat. Inspired by Pau...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Sofas
Materials
Rattan
$5,976 Sale Price
25% Off
Luc Sofa Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Teal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc settee with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade in a solid wood base, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$9,791 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Bamboo 3-seat Sofa Manner of Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 37.7” x W 67” x D 37.7” x SH 16”
Vintage bamboo and rattan three-seater sofa manner of Rohe Noordwolde. Upholstered in original brown fabric. Very comfortable and styl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
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
Rattan Wingback Settee Loveseat and Ottoman, set of 3
By Ficks Reed
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Settee set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement piece which is al...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Rattan Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Luc Sofa Large with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Safira
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc Settee with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade in a solid wood base, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is availa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rattan Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$10,751 Sale Price / item
20% Off
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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