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Material: Rattan
Italian mid-century modern rattan armchair P3 by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1960s
By Bonacina, Tito Agnoli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern rattan armchair P3 by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1960s
Chaise longue or armchair mod. P3 entirely in rattan. The structure is composed of a single component...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Vintage Donghia Club Chairs Designed by John Hutton
By Donghia
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic pair of lounge chairs crafted in woven rattan with mahogany arms and feet and having faux leopard upholstery. Designed by John Hutton for Donghia Merbau Collection. Engraved Don...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
1970s Rattan Armchair by Uluv, Czechoslovakia
By Úľuv
Located in Praha, CZ
Mid-century rattan armchair produced by ÚĽUV (Czechoslovakia) in the 1970s. The organically shaped woven rattan shell is paired with tapered wooden legs and original patterned cushio...
Category
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
NEW! DOOQ! Modern Armchair Havana in Walnut and Brown
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Celebrating a one night affair in the Caribbean paradise, Havana armchair insinuates the pleasures of a bohemian lifestyle with its flirtatious and see through shapes, reminding us o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Børge Mogensen - 10 Oak Chairs with Cane BM 61 P. Lauritsen
Sønner, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Børge Mogensen - 10 Oak Chairs BM 61
P. Lauritsen & Sønner, 1960s
This rare set of ten BM 61 dining chairs was designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1960s for P. Lauritsen & Sønner. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Paolo Buffa, Dining Chairs
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, GB
c.1940s
Set of four
Wood and rattan
Made in Italy
H100 x W42 x D42 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$13,193
4 Shelby Williams Dining Chairs manner of Fabricius and Kastholm
Located in Buxton, GB
A set of four Shelby Williams rattan tub chairs on tubular chrome cantilever base, in the manner of Fabricius and Kastholm, with maker’s labels.
Elevate your dining space with the S...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Six Strand Bent Rattan Lounge Chair After Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Experience mid-century modern flair with this vintage six-strand bent rattan lounge chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Frankl. Its American craftsmanship combines comfort and s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Cane and Rattan Set of 2 shell-shaped Armchairs with Coffe Table, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Roma, IT
A Vintage Living Room Set, which can also be used outdoors, hand-crafted in Italy during the 60s in Cane and Rattan.
This set consists of a pa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
$2,665 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of Four McGuire Rattan Oval Cane Back Dining Armchairs
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Set of four McGuire rattan oval cane back dining chairs, designed by breakthrough innovator Elinor McGuire. The organic modern armchairs have their original tobacco brown finish. Fea...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Leather, Cane, Rattan
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
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
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
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
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
Vintage Chinoiserie Style Red Lacquered Rattan Armchair with Upholstered Seat
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chinoiserie Style Red Lacquered Rattan Armchair with Upholstered Seat
Offered for sale is a chinoiserie style red lacquered tall rattan armchair with a removeable upholstere...
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
$595 Sale Price
33% Off
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
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, 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
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
Rattan Canape
Located in South Salem, NY
A modern rattan canapé sofa from France in the 1980s. Painted white rattan has a lovely sinuous form with original coral velvet upholstery. Perfect for upholstery. Wear consistent wi...
Category
1980s French Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$5,000
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
Set of 4 Racine Chair By Philippe Model Maison
Located in Paddington, NSW
Philippe Model Maison is a French furniture house dedicated to artisanal craftsmanship and vibrant design. Founded by designer Philippe Model, the brand produces unique hand-woven in...
Category
2010s French Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$11,000 / set
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
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
A Victorian Wishbone Bamboo
Cane Reclining Armchair with Pull Out Ottoman
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Victorian Antique Wishbone Bamboo
Cane Reclining Steamer Armchair with Pull Out Footrest
Exquisite indoor or outdoor reclining chair suited...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$2,449 Sale Price / set
55% Off
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
Midcentury Italian Bamboo Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing Mid-Century Modern lounge chair. Made probably in Italy, circa 1970s. This is a beautiful all original item in good condition. It has some signs of use, scratches to the b...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Fabric
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
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
Vintage wood and rattan patio chaise lounge from Krasna Jizba 1930s
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Vintage chaise lounge with a distinctive design, featuring an integrated pull-out footstool. Crafted from light coniferous wood and natural rattan by Krasna Jizba in 1930s Czechoslov...
Category
1930s Czech Other Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$942 Sale Price
20% Off
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
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: 46 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
Black Rattan Bar Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
A pair of versatile black rattan and bamboo counter stools. Timeless lines -- they coordinate well in a traditional or contemporary interior. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$1,450 / set
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 Seating
Materials
Steel
$7,115 / item
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
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
Jean Michel Frank Design Rattan Chair New Ivory Boucle Fabric Art Deco Style
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Rattan Lounge Chair, designed by Jean Michel Frank in the 1930s, this example was produced in the 1960s, probably by Bielecky Brothers in the United States. It has recent...
Category
1960s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Rare Rattan Lounge Chair by Tove Kindt-Larsen, Wengler, Denmark 1940s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
TOVE KINDT-LARSEN & R. WENGLER
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN DESIGN
Small lounge chair / fireplace chair in rattan designed by Danish architect Tove Kindt-Larsen for R. Wengler, Denmark 1940...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
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
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
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
Bistra
Stool in Olive Stained Rattan by AMDL Circle for GUBI
Located in Glendale, CA
'Bistra' Stool in Olive Stained Rattan by AMDL Circle for GUBI
Executed in steam-bent rattan the 'Bistra' lounge chair is part of a versatile seating collection that blends artisana...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Antique American Eastern Seaboard Wicker and Hardwood Side Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
A charming, American, eastern seaboard, antique dark brown wicker and hardwood side chair, circa 1900. A simple and one of a kind design that would pair well with many different styl...
Category
Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Hardwood
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
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
1970s Rattan Cane Barrel Blue and White Dining Chairs, Set of 5
By McGuire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, rattan dining chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stat...
Category
1970s Philippine Bohemian Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, 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
Vintage Boho Bielecky Brothers Trellis Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional set of six dining chairs, crafted by the renowned Bielecky Brothers, exemplifies the finest American Mid-Century rattan furniture. Each chair is constructed from rob...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Dal Vera Bamboo Folding Chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Dal Vera
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful original Dal Vera bamboo folding chairs, produced in Italy in the 1960s.
The lines of these chairs are incredible, handmade in curve...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
$565 / item
Vintage Coastal Cane Rattan Dining Chairs After McGuire - Set of 4
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace timeless coastal chic with this set of 4 vintage cane rattan dining chairs inspired by McGuire. Crafted for both style and durability, these chairs exude a breezy elegance th...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
1990s Palecek Rattan Ralph Lauren Patchwork Style Club Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite rattan and patchwork Ralph Lauren style in vibrant chenille upholstery. The ultra rare club chairs ex...
Category
1990s American Bohemian Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Italian Fan-Backed Chair of Rattan and Bamboo from the Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fine vintage Italian fan-backed chair from the Mid-20th century of woven rattan and bamboo featuring a stylish design to the back, seat, and legs.
Two a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Natural Fiber, Cane, Rattan, Wood, Bamboo
Customizable Gubi Bohemian 72 Lounge Chair Designed by Gabriella Crespi
By Gubi, Gabriella Crespi
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
Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Armchairs by Gavina, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 4 Cesca chairs, designed by Marcel Breuer.
Manufactured in Italy, circa 1960 by Unknown manufacturer.
Metal pipe frame, wood seat an...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
$5,413 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Pair of Maison Gatti Haussman Rattan Braided Bistro Armchairs
By Maison Gatti
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical pair of bistro cafe rattan dining armchairs made in the art deco taste by Maison Gatti Paris, France. The chairs feature gracefully curved or bent rattan frames. The arms a...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Resin
Restored 4-Strand Staple Arm Rattan Lounge Chair by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored 1948 Paul Laszlo four-strand rattan lounge chair featuring four-strand staple-shaped arms and arched bases.
1948, United States
We only purchase and sell only the best and...
Category
1950s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,587 Sale Price
25% Off
Vintage Italian Tito Agnoli Rattan Chair
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this rattan armchair was designed by Tito Agnoli in 1950. Curvy and comfortable, this single chair can be used with or without a cushion. At the time of this posting,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, C. 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This set of four Cesca chairs, designed by Marcel Breuer, is a true testament to the iconic Bauhaus movement of the 20th century. Manufactured in Italy by an unknown manufacturer cir...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
$4,914 Sale Price / set
44% Off
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
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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