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What is better: rattan or wicker?

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What is better: rattan or wicker?
There is no clear-cut answer to the question of what's better when it comes to rattan or wicker. In terms of strength, rattan generally comes out on top. However, the craftsmanship will also impact how long a rattan or wicker piece will last. Some people prefer rattan because it has a more natural appearance, but others prize the more uniform look of woven wicker. Also, rattan furniture tends to be pricier than wicker. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of rattan and wicker furniture.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
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Rattan Large Pendant Hanging Light / Lantern, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool handcrafted rattan large ceiling pendant hanging light with chinoiserie accents, Spain, 1960s. This large lantern has an eye-catching design featuring a semi-spherical rattan ...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Paper, Rattan

Dior Midcentury Brass, Lucite and Vienna Straw Decorative Oval Box, Italy 1970
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century decorative jewelry box made from a beautiful combination of lucite enriched with Vienna straw, brass, and tortoiseshell-effect lucite. This incredibly stylish pi...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Wicker Round 2 level Side/End Table { 2 Available)
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1861 Two tier wicker side/end table 2 available priced individually
Category

Vintage 1960s Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Circular Wicker Tray
Located in Fairfield, CA
A large vintage circular wicker tray. Beautiful woven design to the interior with the base lined in acrylic for water protection.
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Mid-20th Century Taiwanese Bohemian Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wicker, Acrylic

Large Coastal Rectangular Mirror in Rattan and Woven Wicker
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Rectangular Midcentury Wall Mirror framed in Rattan and Wicker, Spain, 1960s. Elegant mid-20th century woven wicker and rattan mirror inspired by Franco Albini designs. It has ...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror

Wicker Coffee Table
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1862 Wicker coffee table with wrapped edges
Category

Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

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