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Material: Rattan
Pair of Vintage Bamboo and Rattan Benches or Stools
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Decorative pair of vintage bamboo and rattan stools or benches ,newly upholstered with fine floral print fabric .
Great addition to any room.
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Cotton, Bamboo, Rattan
1930s Rustic Organic Double Weave Rattan Sculptural Oak Rocking Chair
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare rattan rocking chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stat...
Category
1930s American Rustic Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Thonet Style Mid Century Rattan and Bentwood Arm Chairs, Set of 4
By Thonet
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Thonet style mid century rattan and bentwood arm chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 21.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 32.25 high, with a seat height of 17.5 inches and arm height of 26...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Bentwood
Vintage Boho Bielecky Brothers Trellis Rattan Ottoman in Alan Campbell “Ferns”
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This chic vintage ottoman perfectly complements sophisticated tropical lounge seating, featuring robust construction and high-end upholstery. The frame is crafted from warm, natural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan
Wicker Rattan Settee and Armchair Chinoiserie Blue and White Upholstery
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Organic modern living room set consisting of a settee and an armchair featuring chinoiserie style blue and white ginger jar motif fabric. Crafted from rattan frames covered with woven wicker. The set has generous seating areas topped...
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Wicker, Rattan
Mid Century Modern Organic Vintage Rattan Circular Stool 1950s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern Organic vintage stool from rattan circular like with woven seat 1950s Italy.
A charming stool from beautiful woven rattan in warm brown color.
The right stool to a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Restored Rattan Double Horseshoe Settee - Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Mid-century rattan Double Horseshoe arm settee showcases timeless charm with its vintage appeal. Crafte...
Category
1940s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$8,850 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Vintage Rattan and Bamboo Armchair with Magazine Holder
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage rattan and bamboo armchair designed in the 1950s, fine Italian manufacture. The armchair is adjustable and is made of bamboo and rattan, with very soft shapes. The seat and b...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$2,375 Sale Price
20% Off
Restored Mid-Century Swoop Horseshoe Back Rattan Accent Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Mid-century era rattan side accent chair featuring 5 strand seat back with a horseshoe arch that stretches from the front legs around the entirety of the chair to form a scu...
Category
1950s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$656 Sale Price
25% Off
Restored 1970s Pencil Reed Rattan Armchair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pencil Reed Rattan spindle barrel armchairs, each chair features a padded seat.
1970, Italy
We only purchase and sell the best and finest rattan furniture made by the best and mo...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$1,200 Sale Price
25% Off
Roxy Black Armchair
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair Roxy black all handmade
in Manau rattan in black finish.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$1,852 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Pair of Bleached and Reeded Rattan Benches in Natural Linen
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of reeded rattan stools with radiused corners and ivory linen upholstered seats. Side and center stretchers and depth as well as support. Matching console is available in our li...
Category
Late 20th Century American Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Linen
$1,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Birdy Chair in Blue or Natural Finish
Located in Paris, FR
Chair Birdy made in natural rattan in
blue finish. With back and seat cushions
included.
Also available in natural rattan finish.
Lead time production if on stock 2-3 weeks,
if...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$3,753 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Gabriella Crespi Bohemian 72 Ottoman 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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Thonet Rocking Footrest
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet rocking footrest in very good original condition with signs of usage.
Category
1920s Czech Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Bentwood
Restored Rattan Whitewash Counter Chairs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired rattan counter or bar chairs with a whitewash finish in a set of three.
Elevate your space with this set of three beautifully restored...
Category
1950s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,475 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Mid-Century Modern Riviera Style Vintage Brown Rattan Wicker Stool 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern Riviera style vintage brown stool or footstool from rattan 1950s Austria in beautiful shape with rattan network and two lateral rests.
Furniture pieces made of ra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
Rare Restored Double Tear Drop Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair Sofa Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-Century Rattan living-room set including a matching 3-seat sectional sofa and two lounge chairs with complimentary stacked coffee tables with two side tables. Both lounge chairs ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$14,812 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Gabriella Crespi Bohemian 72 Sofa Diagonal Bouclé Dedar 007 for GUBI
By Gubi, Gabriella Crespi
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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored "40s Transition" 2-Strand Adjustable Back Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of Two-strand "1940s Transition" rattan lounge chairs. The chairs feature an arm style that flows simultaneously into the rounded back of the chair with a decorative 2 pole desi...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$4,387 Sale Price
25% Off
Ficks Reed Large Split Rattan Fan Back Club Chairs and Ottoman
By Ficks Reed
Located in Wichita, KS
Ficks Reed Fabulous pair of Split Rattan Fan Back Chairs with ottoman. Freshly lacquered in white and Upholstered in new Todd Hase Textiles. Originally made in the 1970s. These am...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Paint
$4,128 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Coastal Kenneth Cobonpue Woven Rattan and a Jute Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of relaxed coastal elegance with this pair of Kenneth Cobonpue lounge chairs. Crafted from woven rattan and jute, these chairs bring a breezy, natural vibe that's perfect...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Rattan Seating
Materials
Jute, Rattan
Talalla Armchair Handmade in Solid Teak Rattan Linen Mid Century Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Armchair captures the spirit of tropical ease and timeless Mediterranean charm, offering both comfort and character in equal measure. Crafted from solid teak timber, its ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Teak, Rattan, Linen, Wood, Hardwood
Restored 6 Strand Black Ash Table, Sofa, Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl-style rattan living room set includes a matching three-seat sectional sofa and a pair of lounge chairs. Both feature the famous six-strand square pretzel side arms and st...
Category
1930s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$16,125 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Restored Arched Rattan Ottoman Stool with Fenced Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored arched rattan ottoman stool with fenced top.
Restored to new for you.
We only purchase and sell the best and finest rattan furniture made by ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$487 Sale Price
25% Off
Duistt Basic Chair 1.1, Darkened Ash wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Duistt Basic Chair 1.1, Darkened Ash wood, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Duistt Basic 1.0 floats a well-padded seat between two arched arms that recall the classic tailoring. A ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Bentwood dining chair by Löbl Wieisskirchen
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood dining chair by Löbl Wieisskirchen professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Early 1900s Czech Jugendstil Antique Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
Restored Streamlined Art Deco Stacked Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of four Paul Frankl streamlined rattan dining room chairs. Each chair features a stacked streamlined back and five-strand pole legs. The chairs come with a barkcloth floral patte...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$6,450 Sale Price
25% Off
set of four rattan and wood barstools
Located in Nijlen, VAN
set of four rattan and wood barstools
A nice set of bar stools. This set is from the 1970s from France. The chairs look a lot like furniture from famous designer Charlotte Perriand a...
Category
1970s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$1,128 / set
Restored 3/4 3-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Ottoman, 2 Available
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Harvey's Collection features this 1990s 3/4 round pretzel rattan lounge chair and ottoman set. The set features bent rattan "3/4 Round Pretzel" 3-strand arms and raised open bases.
...
Category
1990s Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,212 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Restored 3/4 Pretzel Rattan 3-Seat Sectional Sofa w/ 2-Tier Side Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare find is a 3-strand 3/4 pretzel arm rattan 3-seat sectional sofa paired with a spacious 2-tier side table, seamlessly fitting on the armle...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,992 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Set of 4 Vintage Rattan Bamboo Chairs, by Schumacher, Belgium 1950s
By Schumacher
Located in Cork, IE
This rare set of 4 vintage bamboo garden chairs was made in Belgium by Schumacher in the late 1950s. Unusual is the fact that the rattan almost flows down the front edge of the seat ...
Category
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Metal
Restored Rattan 6 Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan 6-Strand square pretzel lounge chair with black tropical barkcloth cushions with matching stacked rattan ottoman and 2-tier stacked side table with Mahogany tops. The...
Category
1950s Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$5,190 Sale Price
25% 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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored 5-Strand Square Pretzel Sofa
Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Five-strand square pretzel style living room set featuring a three-seat sectional sofa and lounge chair. This sofa and chair feature the famous five-strand square pretzel side arms a...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$8,096 Sale Price / set
28% Off
Contemporary Italian Bamboo Armchair with Green Brass Details
Yellow Fabric
Located in New York, NY
Elegance on the porch! This armchair is a statement of unique creative organic design, the wood structure is decorated with intertwined curved segments in a rattan / bamboo radial pa...
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Brass
$4,165 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Rattan Framed Lounge Chairs
Located in Highland, IN
This pair of tropical club chairs from the late 40s/ early 50s have external arms which frame the upholstered bodies in natural rattan and add a c...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored Single Stand Arched Rattan Bar Stool w/ Teal Green Seat, Set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored single stand arched rattan bar stool comprised of 4 arches with a bottom foot rest connected to a dark green vinyl seat.
We only purchase and sell the best and finest rat...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,100 Sale Price
25% Off
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Blue Velvet, Walnut and Brass
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Counter Chair Alma with Blue Velvet, Walnut and Brass
In a piece that combines classic and modern aesthetics we can find...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Brass
Rare Restored Museum Quality Paul Laszlo Designed Arched 3-Strand Rattan Settee
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare museum-quality Paul Laszlo designed three-strand rattan settee. This loveseat dates from 1941 and features a unique arched arm and lounge arched seat back. The sofa is meticulou...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$9,375 Sale Price
25% Off
Restored Rattan Dining Chairs with Scrolling Back, Set of 4
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of four vintage rattan dining room chairs, each chair features a removable padded seat and a Thonet-style scrolling back seat.
1950, United States
We only purchase and sell th...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,212 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Thonet Dining Chair No.4
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet dining chair no.4 professionally stained and repolished.
Category
1920s Slovak Vienna Secession Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
$1,900
1950
s Italian Bamboo
Rattan Chaise Longue Sun Lounger
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Good Quality Mid-Century Italian Bamboo & Rattan Reclining Chaise Longue Sun Lounger
This mid 20th-century Italian Riviera bamboo and rattan reclining chaise longue sun lounger is a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rattan Seating
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid Century Peacock Barrel Wicker Rattan Chair, C.1960, Italy
Located in London, GB
Mid century Peacock Barrel wicker rattan chair. C.1960 Italy
In good condition, with general signs of wear commensurate with age, please see pho...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Restored "Triple Triangle" 3-strand Sectional Settee W/ Arched Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare 3-strand "Triple Triangle" arm rattan 2-seat sectional settee featuring an arch looped base with a stack rattan seat.
Measures: Sofa: 33in. H x 73in. W x 36in. D.
We only purc...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,850 Sale Price
25% Off
Restored Original Paul Frankl 3-Strand Half Moon Lounge Chair Cobra Back Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Paul Frankl designed three-strand rattan lounge chair features a half-moon armrest and an oversized cobra seat back. Included with the lounge chair is a matching ottoman fea...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$3,600 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Restored White Rattan Bucket Lounge Chair W/ Swivel Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Classic rattan bucket seat featuring a circular height carved with two armrests fixed to a round stacked rattan swivel base. TThe chair has been repainted to its original white color...
Category
1970s American Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$937 Sale Price
25% Off
Restored Vintage Paul Laszlo Rattan Three Strand Sectional Settee Sofa
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored original 1948 Paul Laszlo three-strand sectional settee featuring three-strand staple-shaped arms and arched bases.
1940, United States
We only purchase and sell only the ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$8,625 Sale Price
25% Off
Restored 4-Strand Square Pretzel "S" Arm Rattan Sofa W/ 2 Tier Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare Paul Frankl square pretzel "S" arm rattan 2 seater sectional sofa with large 2 tier side table apart of the sofa.
1950, United States
Measures:
Sofa: 33in. H x 73in. W x 36in....
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan
$2,992 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Bar Chair Karl with Arms in Solid Wood and Upholstery New
Located in Lisbon, PT
Black lacquered wood structure with natural rattan back detail and soft comfortable upholstery seat. Made to order.
If you are planning on ordering an upholstery item with COM uphol...
Category
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1980s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 dining chairs by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1980s.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Rattan Seating
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Beech, Teak, Bentwood
Talalla Footstool Handmade in Teak and Rattan Mid Century Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Footstool proves that the simple supporting role can be the true star of the show, tying an entire space together. Our modernist Talalla Footstool design is meticulously ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak, Wood, Hardwood
Talalla Stool Handmade in Blackened Teak and Rattan Mid Century Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Footstool proves that the simple supporting role can be the true star of the show, tying an entire space together. Our modernist Talalla Footstool design is meticulously ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak, Wood, Hardwood, Linen, Foam, Feathers
Talalla Lounge Chair Handmade in Teak Rattan Linen Mid Century Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Lounge Chair embodies the essence of tropical rejuvenation and timeless design. This piece, meticulously handmade in the elegant Mid Century style, features geometric con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak, Wood, Hardwood, Linen, Foam, Feathers
Talalla Lounge Chair Handmade Dark Teak Rattan Linen Mid Century Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Lounge Chair embodies the essence of tropical rejuvenation and timeless design. This piece, meticulously handmade in the elegant Mid Century style, features geometric con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak, Linen, Wood, Hardwood, Foam, Feathers
Talalla Dining Chair Handmade Dark Teak Rattan Linen Mid Centruy Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Dining Chair is a piece constructed par excellence, speaking more authentically to true luxury than any overwrought trimmings. This beautiful handmade chair, designed in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak, Linen, Wood, Hardwood, Foam, Feathers
Talalla Dining Chair with Arms in Teak Rattan Linen Mid Centruy Style, In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Dining Chair with Arms is a piece constructed par excellence, speaking more authentically to true luxury than any overwrought trimmings. This beautiful design features so...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Linen, Wood, Feathers, Hardwood, Foam, Rattan, Teak
Talalla Dining Chair with Arms Dark Teak Rattan Linen Mid Century Style In Stock
Located in Palma, ES
The Talalla Dining Chair with Arms is a piece constructed par excellence, speaking more authentically to true luxury than any overwrought trimmings. This beautiful design features so...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Rattan Seating
Materials
Rattan, Teak, Linen, Foam, Hardwood, Feathers, Wood
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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