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Paavo Tynell Beige Raven Leg Floor Lamp model. 9609, Rattan Shade, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
floor lamp with a lacquered metal and rattan stem. All original parts excluding the beautiful renewed
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louis Sognot Hexagonal Table Lamp in Rattan and Beige Fabric, France 1960s
By Louis Sognot
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous midcentury hexagonal table lamp in rattan and bamboo with beige fabric shade. This lovely
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Straw, Rattan, Fabric

Surviving Pair of Rattan and Rush Lamps in the Style of Paul Frankl, circa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
of rattan lamps, complete with original shades and finals. While the pieces are unmarked, they are
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Maria Kipp Woven Lamp Shade with Green Ceramic Lamp - ON SALE
By Maria Kipp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
her production was kept to smaller runs. Rattan strips of this lamp shade are woven with chenille
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Chenille, Rattan

Finnish 1930 s functionalist floor lamp with table
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
floor lamp with table. This rare vintage piece artfully combines form and function, reflecting the
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Ceramic Table Lamp with Original Shade by Bernard Rooke, England
By Bernard Rooke
Located in London, GB
Mid-century table lamp by British ceramic artist Bernard Rooke, with its original rattan-covered
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Clay, Rattan

A wonderful French 1960s bamboo floor lamp by Louis Sognot with original shade
By Louis Sognot
Located in London, GB
A wonderful French 1960s bamboo floor lamp by Louis Sognot with coiled bamboo stem and original
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Vintage 1960s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Midcentury Century Bamboo Tropical Lamp with Fabric Palm Leaf Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Midcentury Tropical lamp featuring a light stained oak base wrapped in decorative strung Bamboo
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Rattan, Bamboo

Brass Table Lamp with Glass Shade by Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
By Idman Oy
Located in London, GB
Brass table lamp with glass shade by Idman Oy, Finland 1950s. Signed "Idman" to the base. An
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

World s Fair Bamboo Lamp with Upcycled Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sits atop a lacquered bamboo column and coiled seagrass base. Brass fittings, rattan wrapping, tan
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2010s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

Extra Large 1970s Pop Art Tulip Lamp with Wicker Frame and Opaline Acrylic Shade
Located in München, DE
Elegant extra large 1970s Pop Art tulip floor lamp. Metal frame with woven wicker cover in bordeaux
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Vintage 1970s European Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Acrylic

Bamboo Palm Tree Table Lamp in the Style of Mario Lopez Torres with Two Lights
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in London, GB
A bamboo palm tree table lamp with palm leaves and two coconut lights in the style of Mario Lopez
Category

2010s French Table Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Horst Tripod Lamp in 2-Tone Brass with Red-Banded Shade by Christopher Tennant
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Horst adjustable brass tripod floor lamp collection was inspired by the life and times of globe
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2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Floor Lamp in Bamboo, 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Floor lamp, bamboo and rattan, France, 1950s Frivolous arc floor lamp in bamboo with a floral
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Geometric Ceramic Table Lamp, France 1950s
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful ceramic table lamp with geometric motifs and a rattan lampshade, France 1950s. Excellent
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Rattan

Seltzer Bottle Lamps - Warren Kessler, New York 1960 s
By Warren Kessler
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of French seltzer bottle lamps each with two rattan wicker wrapped glass globes, pewter
Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Pewter

Mid Century Modern, Pair of Table Lamps in style of Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Odense, DK
. The lamps are topped with rattan shades, which gives a natural, organic texture that complements the
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bronze Piling Nautical Dock Light with Fresnel Lens
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Solid bronze piling dock light with 360 degrees Fresnel lens. The glass lens is stepped to provide a wide array of light with a low amount of power. The body is made of solid bronze ...
Category

Vintage 1920s American Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury French Rattan Pendant Lamp with Chain circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
Midcentury French rattan pendant light with chain (circa 1960s). Delightfully original, this piece
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rattan

Rattan French Modernist Pendant Lamp or Lantern with Chinoiserie Accents
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rare midcentury chinoiserie style handcrafted rattan and wicker pendant lamp. France, 1950s. This
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Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Lanterns

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Parchment Paper, Bamboo, Rattan

Rattan Wicker Bell Pendant Hanging Lamp with Fringe, Spain, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching vintage rattan / wicker wire bell shaped lantern or pendant with trims and fringe
Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cotton, Cord, Wood, Wicker, Rattan

Rattan and Bamboo Pendant Hanging Lamp / Lantern with Chinoiserie Accents
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unusual Spanish modernist bamboo and rattan pendant lamp or lantern with chinoiserie accents and a
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Chinoiserie Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

French Modernist Rattan Pagoda Pendant Lamp or Lantern with Chinoiserie Accents
Located in Barcelona, ES
bamboo and Rattan Pagoda shaped pendant lamp / lantern. France, 1950s. This rattan chandelier features a
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Paper, Bamboo, Rattan

Spanish Modernist Rattan Pendant Lamp / Hanging Light with Woven Wicker Shade
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool handcrafted Mediterranean Mid-Century Modern rattan and wicker pendant or suspension lamp
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Cane

Spanish Modern Rattan Wicker Pendant Hanging Lamp with Filigree Details, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching handcrafted wicker / rattan suspension lamp or lantern with artistic filigree work
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

French Rattan and Macrame Large Pendant Lamp / Hanging Light with Fringe
Located in Barcelona, ES
Stylish handcrafted rattan and wicker pagoda shaped chandelier with macrame and fringed bottom
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20th Century French Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cord, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Textile

Rattan Wicker Pendant Hanging Lamp with Pagoda Shape and Fringed Bottom
Located in Barcelona, ES
. This midcentury pendant lamp features a wicker wire pagoda fringe lampshade. It hangs from its original
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Up and Down Interior Rattan Wall Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Experience elegance and modern vibes with our Up and Down Interior Rattan Wall Lamp. Handcrafted
Category

2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rattan

Spanish Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Rattan Wicker Pendant Lamp with Tiki Accents
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unusual handcrafted bamboo and rattan hanging pendant lamp with a woven wicker shade. Manufactured
Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cane, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Rattan Globe Pendant Ceiling Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
suspension lamp is entirely handcrafted with rattan. The ball shaped shade hangs from a chain with round
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Spanish Modernist Bamboo Rattan and Wicker Pendant Lamp with Tiki Accents, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unusual handcrafted bamboo and rattan hanging pendant lamp with a woven wicker shade. Manufactured
Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cane, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Bamboo Rattan and Wicker Weave Drum Pendant Lamp or Lantern with Tiki Accents
Located in Barcelona, ES
suspension lamp features a drum shape woven wicker drum shaped lampshade accented by rattan and bamboo sticks
Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

French Modernist Rattan Pagoda Pendant / Hanging Light with Chinoiserie Accents
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind chinoiserie style handcrafted bamboo and Rattan Pagoda shape pendant lamp with a
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Parchment Paper, Bamboo, Rattan

Hanging Rattan Wicker Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage hanging lamp with wide split rattan shade, with woven wicker. Large milk glass globe holds
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

1950s, Pair of Rattan Sconces Louis Sognot
By Louis Sognot
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
bamboo stems. The wall lamp is dressed with a rattan lampshade lined with an off-white cotton lampshade
Category

Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rattan

1950, Pair of Louis Sognot Rattan Wall Lights
By Louis Sognot
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Composed of a central stem in electrified rattan going up on the low part, it is dressed with a
Category

20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rattan

Midcentury Globe Chandelier Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
1960s. This suspension lamp is entirely handcrafted with rattan and bamboo. The ball shaped shade
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Large Vintage Scandinavian Wood Woven Rattan Pendant, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Rare 1960s Scandinavian wooden and woven rattan pendant lamp with textile shade and a single Edison
Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Textile, Rattan, Wood

Pair of Rattan Globe Pendants or Hanging Lights, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
. These suspension lamps are entirely handcrafted with rattan, bamboo and wicker. The ball shaped shades
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Bamboo

Pair of Rattan Globe Pendants or Hanging Lights, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
. These suspension lamps are entirely handcrafted with rattan and bamboo. The ball shaped shades hang from
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Rattan and Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Pendant / Hanging Light, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan lantern or pendant ceiling lamp, Italy, 1960s
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Rattan and Wicker Wire Italian Modernist Pendant / Hanging Light, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern woven wicker wire and rattan lantern or pendant ceiling lamp, Italy, 1960s
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

Mid-Century Modern Bamboo Rattan Chinoiserie Pendant Hanging Light, France 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Handcrafted bamboo and rattan pendant lamp with a paper shade. Manufactured at the Mid-Century
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Cane, Parchment Paper, Wicker, Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of 1960s Rattan "Lantern" Sconces Louis Sognot
By Louis Sognot
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
part a curved bamboo stem rising maintained by two small bamboo stems. The wall lamp is dressed with
Category

Vintage 1950s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rope

Clam Shell Pencil Reed Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Mid-century modern shell-shaped rattan wall lamps with a French Parisian design can add a touch of
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Rattan

Peter Hvidt Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France and Son Minerva Side Corner Table
By France Søn, Hvidt Mølgaard
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Danish modern solid teak two-tiered or step end lamp table with woven caned or
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cane, Teak

1940 s Floor Lamp in Brass by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite floor lamp in brass with rattan details and original silk shade designed by Austrian
Category

20th Century Swedish Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Tripod Hairpin Table Lamp with Rattan Shades
Located in St. Louis, MO
Modern table lamp with tubular metal tripod bases and woven rattan wicker shade.
Category

Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Brent Witke Bamboo Lamps with Rattan Shades
By Brent Witke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair Brent Witke Bamboo Lamp with Shade. Lampshade measures 12" in diameter by 9" tall.
Category

Late 20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair of Vintage Nautical Wood Lamps with Rattan Woven Shades
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Nautical lamps wrapped in twine rope over wood, round painted wood bases, brass fittings, Original
Category

Vintage 1940s Belgian Country Table Lamps

Materials

Wicker, Rope, Wood, Rattan

Pair of Pendant Lamps with Rattan Shades, 1950s
Located in Savona, IT
. Diffuser in woven rattan and brass. Good general conditions, some signs due to normal use over time. The
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rattan Lamp of the 1960s
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Natural fiber and transparency for this cute 60s lamp with rattan base and clear plastic spherical
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Rattan, Plastic

Pair of Plaster Seahorse Lamps circa 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Fabulous pair of plaster seahorse lamps with rattan shades. The dimensions reflect the base size
Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster, Rattan

Russel Wright Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Russel Wright floor lamp with rattan wrapped body and bronze-plated brass hardware, circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s Floor Lamps

Pair Tall Brass Lamps with Wrapped Rattan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage pair tall brass lamps with wrapped rattan.
Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rattan Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wonderful woven and painted rattan floor lamp with pagoda shade. Two sockets.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Painted Rattan Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted Rattan Floor Lamp with Custom Shade.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Rattan

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Lamp With Rattan For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal lamp with rattan for your home. Frequently made of natural fiber, rattan and metal, every lamp with rattan was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a lamp with rattan, we have 88 options in-stock, while there are 16 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the lamp with rattan you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A lamp with rattan is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Gubi, Paavo Tynell and Gervasoni each produced at least one beautiful lamp with rattan that is worth considering.

How Much is a Lamp With Rattan?

The average selling price for a lamp with rattan at 1stDibs is $1,665, while they’re typically $220 on the low end and $10,346 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Lamp With Rattan
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between poly rattan and rattan is the material. Rattan is a natural material derived from one of a number of vine-like plants, while poly rattan is a man-made polymer designed to resemble rattan. Because it is synthetic, poly rattan is more resistant to the effects of sun exposure and weather. Explore a wide variety of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, bamboo and rattan are not the same. Bamboo is inflexible so it cannot be curved to make different shapes. Alternatively, rattan is flexible and a type of climbing palm. It looks similar to bamboo but it’s more versatile and not as durable. Shop a collection of bamboo furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Rattan is one of the materials used to make wicker furniture and other furnishings. It comes from a plant that grows in hot, tropical regions of Africa, Asia and Australia. The quick-growing plant has a bamboo-like inner material that gets removed and fashioned into cane. Stalks of rattan (whose name derives from the Malay “rota”) are dense, steamable and bendable, which is why it lends itself to curvaceous designs and infinite creative uses in a way bamboo does not. Pieces of rattan furniture 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. Shop a wide variety of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The types of rattan are cane, reed, synthetic, Himalayan and Manau. Cane comes from the layer of rattan just below the skin of the vine, while reed is the inner woody part. Himalayan rattan is a softer material commonly used to produce musical instruments. Found in China, Africa and Southeast Asia, Manau rattan is highly durable and thicker than other varieties. Synthetic rattan is a man-made material produced out of polyethylene and other polymers. Shop a variety of rattan furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Rattan is so popular for a number of reasons. For one thing, many people like its natural appearance and appreciate how rattan furniture adds organic texture to a space. In addition, rattan furniture is durable but lightweight, making it easy to move when cleaning or redecorating. Some people also prefer it as a more sustainable alternative to wood, as the plants that produce rattan grow quicker than trees. Explore a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many furniture lovers believe that rattan chairs are worth it. Not only is rattan a visually appealing choice of material for furniture making, but it is also a lightweight, durable material that resists damage due to UV, moisture and fluctuations in temperature. Rattan chairs in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Art Deco styles are especially popular today. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in rattan chairs is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find rattan chairs and other seating on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Rattan patio furniture is the term for chairs, tables and other furnishings manufactured out of a certain material and intended for display outdoors. Specifically, the pieces feature woven rattan, a type of vine that hardens as it dries. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage patio furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best rattan furniture may vary upon your individual needs. There are numerous types of rattan furniture, and the material is famous for its durability and endurance. On 1stDibs, you can shop a diverse range of vintage and antique rattan furniture from top brands around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The style of rattan furniture varies from piece to piece. Furnishings made of rattan grew in popularity during the mid-century, but older pieces may show off characteristics of the Victorian period. In modern homes, rattan pieces often complement coastal, organic, bohemian and modern tropical interior design styles. Shop a selection of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 5, 2024
    No, rattan isn't better than wicker — they're not interchangeable terms. The use of rattan stretches from prehistory to IKEA. To clarify, rattan is not bamboo, which is a rigid, hollow reed. Stalks of rattan 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. Wicker and rattan tend to get a bit of a bad rap, but they can actually mingle with a wide range of styles — when done the right way.

    Find vintage rattan chairs, dressers, stools and other furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wicker is the finished woven product that can be made of either rattan or bamboo. Bamboo is an incredibly solid grass that is difficult to bend while rattan is a vine that’s much easier to manipulate. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, you can usually refinish rattan chairs. First, you will need to strip away the old finish. Then, you can apply a new finish to the chair. The type of finish you should use depends on whether you will display your chair indoors or outdoors. You'll find a range of rattan chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if rattan is vintage, examine the furnishing in search of a maker's marking. Vintage is the term for any rattan furniture made between 20 and 99 years ago. Older pieces are antique, and more recently crafted ones are contemporary. By researching the maker and the pieces they produced using trusted online resources, you may be able to roughly determine the year of production. Characteristics of your furniture can aid in the dating process, too. Often, vintage pieces have hardwood rather than metal frames, and the rattan will be natural rather than resin. Should you require any assistance, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of rattan furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Whether real rattan is expensive is a matter of opinion. However, rattan poles do tend to cost more than bamboo and many of the other materials used to make wicker and cane furniture. Keep in mind that other factors also influence the cost of furniture, including whether it is mass-produced or handmade and how many pieces are available compared to the demand for them. Explore a range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, you can varnish rattan furniture. Doing so can actually help to seal the natural material and may help extend the life of your piece. Prior to varnishing, experts recommend that you carefully sand the surfaces of your furniture. Because this is a delicate process, you may wish to enlist the help of professional furniture restorers to ensure the best results. Shop a large selection of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To renew a rattan chair, start by stripping away its old finish. Apply a conditioner approved for use on rattan, and then refinish as desired. Shop a variety of antique and vintage rattan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No. Rattan furniture has always been in style, and it has become more popular than ever in recent years. Rattan furniture is warm, organic, and goes with almost any decor, including Bohemian, retro, Scandinavian modern, colonial, Hamptons, and country decor styles. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    No, resin wicker is not the same as rattan. Rattan is a natural vine that can be woven into wicker to produce baskets, furniture and other pieces. Resin wicker is a synthetic material often used to construct outdoor furniture due to its weather resistant properties. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of rattan pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What era rattan furniture is from varies. Furniture produced out of woven rattan was popular during the Victorian era as well as the 1970s. However, the ancient Chinese, Romans and Egyptians also produced furniture out of rattan. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage rattan furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What rattan furniture is made of varies. Natural rattan furniture is crafted from the versatile fibers of a tropical palm native to Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Approximately 600 species of trees provide suitable raw materials for producing rattan furniture. Human-made or synthetic rattan is usually made of weather-resistant resin. Explore a selection of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.