$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand 4-Seat Rattan Bamboo Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Pasadena, TX
Paul Frankl Pretzel 4-seat rattan bamboo sofa. Rare 4 seat version this classic design. Pretzel
Bamboo
$1,770Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Rattan Original Paul Frankl 4 Person 3-Strand Mahogany Dining Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
. and Shirley Ritts) Tropitan Seven Seas Rattan Paul Frankl Tropical Sun Rattan These designers and
Rattan, Mahogany
$5,880Sale Price / set|40% Off
Restored Mid-century Rattan 4-Strand 3/4 Pretzel Sofa & Chair Living Room Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
) Tropitan Seven Seas Rattan Paul Frankl Tropical Sun Rattan These designers and companies helped to
Fabric, Rattan
$1,080Sale Price|40% Off
Restored 4-Strand Art Deco Rattan Floor Lamp W/ Stepped Base
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
stylish and cozy tropical coastal-inspired living space. In the style of Paul T. Frankl Rattan is more
Rattan
$75,600Sale Price / set|40% Off
Original Historic Hand Made 4- Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge & Sofa Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
by Paul T. Frankl in 1934 using the highest-quality rattan poles and reeds available and restored by
Rattan
$8,700Sale Price / set|40% Off
Restored MCM Rattan 4-Strand Reverse Pretzel Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored living room set features a 4-Strand, 3-seat Reverse Pretzel sofa and a
Fabric, Rattan
$2,280Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Mid-Century 3-strand 3/4 Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Sectional Loveseat
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Post War three strand, 3/4 round pretzel arm rattan section loveseat sofa
Wicker, Rattan
$3,120Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Mid-century 3-strand 3/4 Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Post War three strand, 3/4 round pretzel arm rattan section sofa for 3
Wicker, Rattan
$990Sale Price|40% Off
Restored 4-Strand Legs Rattan Dinette Dining Table w/ Formica Top & Wicker Sides
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
. In the style of Paul T. Frankl The Piece has been meticulously refinished to preserve the natural
Wicker, Rattan, Formica
$3,150Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Mid-Century 3-strand 3/4 Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Sectional 3-Seat Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Post War three strand, 3/4 round pretzel arm rattan section sofa for 3
Rattan
$14,999Sale Price|40% Off
Impeccably Restored Paul Frankl Four Strand Rattan 4 Seat Corner Sectional So
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rattan Sectional Sofa, a masterpiece crafted in the style of the renowned Paul Frankl. The sofa boasts a
Rattan
$3,120Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Mid-century 4-Strand Rattan 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Sofa w/ Arched Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Four-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel rattan sofa features
Fabric, Rattan
$4,500Sale Price|40% Off
Restored 3/4 3-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Chaise Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl, this 3/4 Three-strand round pretzel rattan chaise longue
Rattan
$2,100Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Mid-century Rattan 3-Strand 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Sectional Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired three-strand 3/4 pretzel arm 2-seat rattan sectional
Rattan
$4,320Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Teal Mid-century 3/4 Pretzel Rattan 4-Seater Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired three-strand 3/4 pretzel arm rattan 4-seat rattan
Rattan
Sold
H 31.5 in W 29.5 in D 34.5 in
Rare Museum Quality 4-Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl four-strand square pretzel rattan arm lounge chair. This chair dates from 1934. This
Rattan
Restored 3/4 3-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Sofa Sectional
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This round 3/4 three-strand round pretzel arm rattan three-seat sofa sectional. Sofa measures
Wicker, Rattan
Restored 3 Strand Rattan 4 Spoke Halfmoon Arm 3 Seat Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored 3 strand rattan 4 spoke Halfmoon arm 3 seat sofa. We here at Harveys and Tropical Sun
Rattan
Sold
H 28 in W 80 in D 37 in
Restored rare Mid-century 4 Strand Round Pretzel Sleeper Sofa w/ Pullout Bed
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
tropical vibe to your home with elegantly curved Paul Frankl-inspired design and plush floral cushions
Steel
Art Deco Round or Circular Wall Mirror in 4-Strand Bamboo, 1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Thick 4-band natural bamboo mirror. Large and very impressive. Deco rattan is a genre hat’s
Bamboo
Restored 3/4 3-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Chaise Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl, this 3/4 Three-strand round pretzel rattan chaise longue
Rattan
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H 39.02 in W 29 in D 65 in
Mid-Century Restored 3/4 3-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl, this 3/4 Three-strand Round Pretzel rattan chaise longue
Rattan
Restored 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" Rattan Living Room Set - 6 Pieces
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired 3-strand 3/4 pretzel six-piece living room set
Rattan
Restored Three-Stranded 3/4 Round Pretzel Sectional Loveseat Sofa
By Paul Robert Brock
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl Styl three-strand 3/4 Round pretzel-style, two-seat sectional loveseat. This sofa
Rattan
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand Club Chairs with Ottomans, Set of 4
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand Club Chairs with Ottomans, Set of 4 Offered for sale are 2 pairs of
Fabric, Rattan, Foam
Restored 3 Strand Rattan 4 Spoke Half Moon Arm 3 Seat Sectional Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored 1949 three-strand half-moon sectional spoked sofa in the manner of Paul Frankl with the
Rattan
Sold
H 33 in W 73 in D 36 in
Mid Century 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel Sectional Rattan Corner Sofa with Drink Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
wedge end/drink table and can be configured in several arrangements. Inspired by Paul Frankl this
Rattan
Vintage Coastal Palm Print Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your living space with this exquisite vintage coastal rattan sofa, a stunning fusion of tropical elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Featuring a beautifully curved rattan fr...
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
Hawaiian Koa Wood Coffee Table
Located in Pomona, CA
Mid-century, solid koa wood coffee table. This piece is solid, sturdy, and free of any significant damage. There are some tiny natural-forming hairline cracks, which you can proba...
Wood
$3,339Sale Price|40% Off
H 33 in W 32 in D 36 in
Restored Rattan Six-Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair Paul Frankl Style
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-style six-strand rattan lounge chair features square pretzel arms and the classic stacked rattan base. The lounge blends style and vintage charm...
Wicker, Rattan
$3,269
H 31.89 in W 79.93 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo Sofa Bed by Vivai del Sud. 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian bamboo sofa by Vivai del Sud. This sofa can become a comfortable single bed. From the part under the seat another bed can be pulled out. The bedsteads are...
Bamboo
$3,417Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 29 in W 34 in D 36 in
Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl, this six-strand rattan lounge chair features square pretzel arms and a Classic stacked base. Included is the matching stacked rattan ottoman. ...
Rattan
$7,400 / set
H 28.5 in W 85 in D 32.25 in
Restored 1940s Pencil Bamboo, Rattan Sofa Set with Armchairs & Table, Italy
Located in Stamford, CT
Restored and reupholstered 1940s pencil rattan sofa, pair of armchairs, and glass top coffee table. It is reminiscent of the rattan creations of Gabriella Crespi. These are substanti...
Fabric, Rattan, Wood, Bamboo
$6,727Sale Price|40% Off
H 28 in W 76 in D 36 in
Rare "S Arm" 3-Strand Rattan Sofa and Lounge Chair Living Room Set
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Full "S Arm" rattan living room set featuring three-seat sofa and matching lounge chairs. This arm style flows sinuously into a the rounded back of the sofa and chairs into an S shap...
Rattan
$14,400Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 30 in W 100 in D 38 in
Restored Rattan Six Strand Square 3/4 Pretzel Livingroom Sofa and Chairs Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul T. Frankl Styled Six-strand square 3/4 pretzel sofa and matching armchairs living room set featuring a 4-seat sofa, a settee, 2 lounge chairs, 1 stacked ottoman, and two matchin...
Rattan
$9,900Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 32 in W 34 in D 36 in
Restored Paul Frankl Style 6 strand Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair 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...
Fabric, Rattan
$4,440Sale Price|40% Off
H 32 in W 77 in D 32 in
Restored MCM Six-Strand 3-Seat Full Pretzel Rattan Sectional Sofa, Stacked Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Beautifully restored Mid-Century Era Rattan 3-seat section sofa with full pretzel six-strand arms sectional sofa with unique stacked rattan base. This coastal rattan sofa blends vint...
Fabric, Rattan
$4,400 / set
H 31 in W 26 in D 32 in
5 Pieces Set of Mid Century Rattan Bamboo Sectional Sofa & Arm Longe Chair Mint
By McGuire, Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
5 Pieces set of mid century tattan bamboo sectional sofa & arm longe chair mint.
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
$10,276 / set
H 30.71 in W 72.45 in D 32.29 in
Bamboo and rattan living room furniture, France, 1960 / 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Living room set comprising a three-seater sofa and a pair of bamboo and rattan armchairs, with their seat and back cushions in good condition, covered with their original fabric. Di...
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Mid Century Bamboo Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" sofa reminiscent of the designs of Paul Frankl. A bent bamboo frame with floral print upholstery.
Fabric, Bamboo
$4,905Sale Price|40% Off
H 32 in W 76 in D 38 in
Restored MCM 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Sectional Sofa & Recliner Chair Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Mid-century 2-piece living room set featuring a 3/4 pretzel arm rattan sectional 4-seat sofa with a stacked rattan base and a 3/4 pretzel adjustable reclini...
Rattan
$9,300Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 30 in W 73 in D 34 in
Restored 5-Strand Rattan "Double-Speed" Arm Sofa & Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Mid-century rattan living room set includes a five-strand "double-speed" arm sofa with a matching lounge chair, both feature stacked ra...
Rattan
$2,280Sale Price|40% Off
H 29 in W 51.5 in D 30 in
Restored Mid-century Expanding Hinge Leaf Rattan Dining Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Mid-century rattan and wood grain Formica dining table. The table includes an expanding 2-piece hinge leaf top, allowing for easy expan...
Rattan, Formica
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
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