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Material: Rattan
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 31.75” H x 54.5” W x 30.5” D
Seat Height (inches): 16"
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Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
A French rattan chaise lounge, C. 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This delightful and versatile armchair has blue stripes, an adjustable back and a retractable foot rest / ottoman. This form is also referred to as a steamer chair from its use on bo...
Category
Early 20th Century French Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Office chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Office chair no.811 designed in late 1920s by Josef Hoffmann in excellent original condition with hand woven cane seat and backrest.
Category
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
Viggo Boesen, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Denmark, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and blue floral-printed fabric sofa or settee designed by Viggo Boesen and produced by R. Wengler, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Wicker wrappi...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Set 4 Vintage Woven Rattan Chippendale Fretwork Fret Side Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage set of 4 fretwork fret work Chinese chippendale rattan, woven seats dining game side chairs. These are in excellent condition with no issues or damage. Original beautiful rat...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
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
Teak Wood Framed Bench, with Woven Synthetic Rattan Seat
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A hand-crafted teak framed & woven synthetic rattan bench. These benches are crafted by local artisans using a wood joinery technique without the use of nails. They feature a subtle ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Synthetic, Rattan
McGuire Cerused Twisted Rattan Settee and Lounge Chair
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of rattan seating hand-crafted in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire artisans. The set features whimsical twisted pole rattan that gracefully curves aro...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Oak
Pair of Spanish Round Stools / Side Tables in Rattan with Cane Top, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Spanish Modernist handcrafted stools with wicker wire top, rattan, bamboo. Spain, 1960s-1970s.
This cool rattan round stools feature a bamboo structure with a canage top.
Thi...
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
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
Vintage Boho Rattan Brighton Pavillion Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the exotic allure of the tropics and the architectural grandeur of the 19th century with this set of four vintage Brighton Pavilion style rattan dining chairs. Modeled after ...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Set of Four McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Oak Swivel Barstools
By McGuire, Hans Kaufeld
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous late 20th century set of four matching rattan and oak barstools made in the California organic modern coastal style by McGuire. The barstools feature a rattan swivel seat wi...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Rustic Wood French Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of four rustic wood French chairs.
Manufactured in French, circa 1950.
In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Material...
Category
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$2,375 Sale Price / set
45% Off
Mid-Century Rattan and Wicker Red Round Pouf Stool by Tito Agnoli, Italy, 1970s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century organic pouf or side table fully made in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This incredibly rare French Riviera style pouf was designed by Tito Agnoli in Ital...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Braided Rattan Bar Stool, 1940
Located in Marseille, FR
1940 Braided rattan bar stool in the spirit of Audoux Minet, 83 cm high by 32 cm wide and 30 cm deep.
Additional information:
Style: 40s 60s
Material...
Category
20th Century Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Set of Six Diaz-Azcuy for McGuire Rattan Salon Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately set of six rattan salon armchairs or dining chairs ( Model # MCM222B) made in the coastal organic modern style by McGuire. These rare chairs were designed by Orlando Diaz-Azc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Oak, Fabric
20th Century Italian Mid Century Rattan Rocking Chair - Vintage Lounge Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Mid Century modern "French Riviera" rocking chair. This Italian lounge chair was produced in Italy during the 1950 - 1960 time period. The seat is made of thin Ratt...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Contemporary Rattan Barstool in Blue Velvet, Modern Design, PCustomizable
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A mid-century barstool with a modern twist.
Handmade from the finest materials with Vienna straw back backrest and water repellent , stain resistant velvet, The structure is lacquere...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Velvet, Rattan
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 Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,737 Sale Price
25% Off
Coastal Style Rattan Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set by Whitecraft Rattan. C 1970s
By Whitecraft
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Style Rattan Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set by Whitecraft Rattan Inc, Miami FL. Circa 1970s
Features a bent rattan frame with an intricate and dynamic fluid design at t...
Category
1970s American Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Camelia Lounge Chair · Indoors Natural by Balsa
Located in Juarez, Mexico City
Camelia is a lounge chair carefully designed; its structure expresses all the qualities of natural rattan; its lightness, resistance and elegance, without sacrificing simplicity and ...
Category
2010s Mexican Bohemian Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$3,300 / item
1970s Knoll Cesca Side Chair by Marcel Breuer in Beech and Cane, Model B32
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Cesca side chair, model B32, designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928. This particular Cesca example came to us via an architect's office located near the Knoll factory, and the d...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Midcentury Dining Chairs "Bambi" by Rastad
Relling
By Rolf Rastad
Located in Karlstad, SE
Scandinavian midcentury dining chairs model "Bambi" by Rolf Rastad for Gustav Bahus, Norway.
These sculptural chairs are made of...
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak
Customizable Gubi Bohemian 72 Lounge Chair Designed by Gabriella Crespi
By Gabriella Crespi, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
Comprising a lounge chair, three-seater sofa, ottoman and floor lamp – all crafted from rattan – the Bohemian 72 Collection embodies Crespi’s ca...
Category
2010s Danish Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Lovely Bamboo Stool by Franco Albini, 1950s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very good condition.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair Alma with Blue Velvet and Walnut Wood
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair Alma with Blue Velvet and Walnut Wood
The Alma Chair is a costumizable chair, where you can choose the fi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Vintage Rattan Three Seater Sofa Frame
By Paul Frankl
Located in Freehold, NJ
This vintage boho chic sofa frame in the style of Paul Frankl features solid rattan construction, original finish, unique pretzel style arm rest and base.
Dimensions: 77w 34d 34.5h ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Bohemian Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Rare Wicker Egg Shaped Armchair by Wim Den Boon, Holland, 1952
By Wim Den Boon
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare wicker Egg shaped armchair by Wim Den Boon, Holland 1952 This armchair was designed by Wim Den Boon in 1952 and produced by the Jonkers brothers in ...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Pair of Armchairs Lio Carminati Style, Italy 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing pair of armchairs in bamboo and rattan in the style of Lio Carminati.
Made in Italy in the 1950s.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Rattan Egg Cage Armchair, Italy, 1980s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rattan hang egg cage lounge armchair chair.
1 chair available. Price listed for 1 chair.
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
Italian Liberty outdoor chair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Liberty outdoor chair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Outdoor chair entirely in woven rattan. The rectangular backrest is in rattan with brown, white and green wicker weaves with a rectangular pattern. The seat is in brown rattan with green and white details. The curved rattan legs are finished with green and white wicker parts. This seat is perfect for the garden.
Produced in the early 1900s in full Liberty style, this seat comes from Palazzo Falconi, a historic building from the 1700s which in the first half of the 1900s was a prestigious Italian hotel...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Four Vintage 1970 Made in Italy Stamped Marcel Breuer Cesca Knoll Dining Chairs
By Knoll
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this suite of four, Mid Century Modern circa 1970's, made in Italy stamped, Marcel Breuer, Cesca armchairs with chrome frames and bergere upholster...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of 1954 John Wisner for Ficks Reed Campaign Style Rattan Lounge Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A patinated pair of 1954 John Wisner for Ficks reed rattan lounge chairs in Campaign Style. Come with removable white cushions. Arm res...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Set of Four Wicker and Iron Chair By Frederic Weinberg 1950s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Frederic Weinberg Wicker and Iron Chairs 1950s
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Iron
Vintage Rattan Pod Lounge Chair in the Style of Eero Aarnio
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this very unique rattan lounge chair. The chair is very comfortable and sturdy
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Vintage Rattan "JH512" Lounge Chair by Hans J. Wegner, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing “JH512” folding lounge chair by Hans J. Wegner, made from oak with rattan back and seat. Elegant handles for easily moving the chair around.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Oak, Rattan
Mid Century Modern Sofa by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn, Teak and Cane, 1950s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
1950s sofa by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn. Filigree teak frame with a bast backrest. New upholstery with a coarse weave high quality fabric. Excellent condition with signs of age.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Wool, Rattan, Teak
$5,505 Sale Price
35% Off
American Designer, Slipper Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo and rattan slipper or lounge chairs likely designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s.
Dry cracks present to bamboo.
Likely originally configured with cushions.
W...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Emerson Rattan Co., Rocking Chaise Longue, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and rattan rocking chaise longue produced by Emerson Rattan Co., USA, c. 1950s.
Wear consistent with age and use
Overall Dimensions (inches): 34.5"H x 30.0"W x 67.0"D
Sea...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
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
Italian Liberty Two-seater outdoor bench in rattan Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Liberty Two-seater outdoor bench in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Two-seater outdoor bench entirely in woven rattan. The backrest is in rattan with brown, white and green wicker weaves finely woven with rectangular patterns. The curved armrests and seat feature the same rattan. The curved rattan legs are finished with green and white wicker parts. This seat is perfect for the garden.
Produced in the early 1900s in full Liberty style, this seat holder comes from Palazzo Falconi, a historic building from the 1700s which in the first half of the 1900s was a prestigious Italian hotel...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Viggo Boesen Attribution, Sofa, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in High Point, NC
A moulded bamboo, rattan and floral-printed fabric sofa or settee attributed to Viggo Boesen and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Seat Height (inches):...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Stool with Storage Space, Italy 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Stool with Storage Space, Italy 1960s
Very good condition.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, Set of 6
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 6 chairs in wood, rattan and metal. Seat height: 45 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST PRICE
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho McGuire Target Back Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This elegant pair of vintage armchairs perfectly captures the light sophistication of the Hollywood Regency and Coastal aesthetics. The frames are constructed from natural rattan, fe...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Pair Vintage Italian Tito Agnoli Rattan Chairs
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of rattan armchairs were designed by Tito Agnoli in 1959. Rectangular base with scoop-form seats and curvy arms, these chairs work with or without cushions....
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,795 / set
Henry Link Newly Upholstered Painted Coastal Rattan Sofa
By Henry Link
Located in Miami, FL
Henry Link Newly Upholstered Painted Coastal Rattan Sofa
Offered for sale is a Henry Link coastal beach living newly upholstered 3-seater rattan sofa. The cushions have been upholstered with Lee Jofa fabric. The rattan frame has a painted finish.
The cushions are supported by a spring foundation as shown.
We offer the companion chairs...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Foam, Wood
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Tropikmöbler Ransta, Slipper Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo and rattan slipper lounge chairs produced by Tropikmöbler Ransta, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.25"H x 27.25"W x 23.0"D
Seat Height (inches): 1...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Restored Rattan Fan Arm Lounge Chair With Ottoman Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan Art Deco style lounge chair with matching stacked ottoman. The chairs feature beautifully shaped "Fan" arms with a stacked rattan base. The Ottoman features a stack r...
Category
1990s Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$3,450 Sale Price / set
25% Off
A Pair of Vintage Rattan Club Chairs
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully crafted pair of vintage rattan armchairs features a rich, dark finish and an airy open-weave lattice design. The arched back and gently sloped arms offer a comfortab...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Charlotte Perriand Style Wicker Bar Stool with Rattan Seat and Chrome Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charlotte Perriand style bar stool with low rounded rattan seat back and chrome tubular frame. In original condition with visible wear consistent with age and use. Overall height is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Chrome
Tito Agnoli for Bonacina Pair of Rattan Lounge Chairs
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tito Agnoli was an Italian designer and the Architect during 20th century. Tito Agnoli rattan chairs are highly sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts. Clean lines and a s...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Bunny Williams Home Charleston Armchair
Located in New York, NY
Graceful curves and impeccable craftsmanship define the Charleston Armchair, a modern interpretation of an early 20th-century antique. Woven natural rattan frames an upholstered back...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Fabric
Ward Bennett for Brickell Newly Caned "Sled" Lounge Chair, Circa 1970
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Chromed Steel
Cane Lounge Chair by Ward Bennett for Brickell. Featuring the vintage low chromed x frame, with newly natural and unstained cane seat, curved back, cover...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair Danny Ho Fong Tanganika Tropi-Cal Club Lounge Chairs Rattan Restored
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The most special, rare pair of club lounge chairs By Danny Ho Fong for Tropical-Cal, 1970s. This is the beloved, rare Tanganika collection. This is the only example of these chairs c...
Category
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
A Pair of Coastal Style Rattan Lounge Chairs Is the McGuire
s Manner. C. 1980s
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
A Pair of Vintage Bohemian / Coastal Stylle Rattan Lounge Chairs Is the McGuire's Manner. Circa 1980s.
Feature a Mid Century Modern Inspired Design, a washed rattan finish, curbed ar...
Category
1980s Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Reed
Italian Liberty outdoor armchair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Liberty outdoor armchair in rattan from Palazzo Falconi, early 1900s
Outdoor armchair entirely in woven rattan. The rounded backrest is in ratt...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Rattan Seating
Materials
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
Baker Furniture British Colonial Wicker and Bamboo Wing Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
20th Century Pair of Authentic Baker Furniture Rattan British Colonial Wingback Chairs. A rare find in such a well-preserved condition. Baker furniture in known for impeccable craft...
Category
20th Century American British Colonial Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
$4,420 Sale Price / set
35% 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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