Filipino furniture designer Betty Cobonpue has since the 1980s created imaginative contemporary pieces, including her now-famous sculptural furniture made from laminated rattan vines, a technique she pioneered and for which her Scultura collection achieved renown.
Cobonpue studied interior and industrial design in New York before returning to Cebu in the Philippines. While she worked as an interior designer in New York for a short time, furniture design proved to be her overarching passion. By 1971, frustrated by multiple companies and designers copying her work, Cobonpue set up shop with a handful of carpenters in her backyard in Cebu to have full control over her products.
She was particularly inspired by the shape of a Chinese barrel and, with the help of her best carpenter, created a ribbon-like sash. Cobonpue’s designs follow a “no hard-edge” philosophy started by that first rattan ribbon. Every piece flows and contours around itself, giving each lounge chair a sense of inviting comfort and each center table a reinforced sturdiness.
Cobonpue passed on her company to her son, furniture designer Kenneth Cobonpue. The pair continue to collaborate on projects that are in demand with collectors for their distinctive shapes and inviting materials.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Betty Cobonpue building and garden elements, seating, tables and more.
Breathtaking Trompe L'oiel Dining or Center Table Base by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Tromp L'oiel style dining or center table by the visionary Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning ribbon detail over solid mahogany construction...
Rattan, Mahogany
Extraordinary Trompe L'oiel Dining or Centre Table by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Tromp L'oiel style dining or center table by the wickedly Talented Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning ribbon detail over solid mahogany cons...
Rattan, Mahogany
$6,959
H 28.94 in Dm 47.25 in
Rare Large circa 1825 South German Biedermeier Walnut Dining or Centre Table
By Biedermeier
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning large Biedermeier south German round table circa 1825 A highly collectible and good lookin...
Walnut
$16,651
H 29.53 in Dm 60.04 in
19th Century Irish Regency Centre / Dining Table By R. Strahan Of Dublin
By Robert Strahan
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb Irish Regency mahogany centre / dining table by Robert Strahan of Dublin, of circular form, the solid panel top , with reeded edge, turned cent...
Mahogany
Italian Brass and Chrome Center or Dining Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Italian Brass and Chrome Center or Dining Table, Italy, circa 1960s. The table base measures 27.5"H x 35.25"W.
Metal
1970s Sculptural Chrome Dining Or Center Table
By Pace Furniture Company
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Modern sleek and sculptural chrome 1970s tubular dining or center table. This table is simply stunning. The photographs really capture its beauty. Curved chrome supports reflect and ...
Chrome
Metal and Glass Vintage Dining Table Style Theodore Waddell 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern vintage dining table from chromium plated steel base style Theodore Waddell, 1980s. A beautiful modern dining table base from chromed plated steel base great to use as center ...
Steel
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.25 in W 35.5 in D 55 in
Brutalist Steel Center, Dining or Console Table in the Style of Silas Seandel
By Silas Seandel, Paul Evans
Located in Miami, FL
Oval glass top center or dining table with welded steel base in the style of Paul Evans and Silas Seandel. Manufacturer unknown, circa 1970s. Use with the existing glass or have a ne...
Steel
Striking Sculptural Octopus Gilt Bronze Center or Dining Table
Located in Rome, IT
Modern gilt bronze dining or center table in the shape of an octopus. The glass top can be custom-made on request. Dimensions of the sculpture is height 77 cm diameter 115 cm. Glas...
Bronze
Louis Vuitton Iron and Marble Dining or Center Table, 1930s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Culver City, CA
This table is absolutely stunning. A vintage iron Louis Vuitton dining or display table with a custom marble top. We acquired this table with a bit...
Marble, Iron
$2,435
H 30.32 in Dm 42.33 in
Stunning Burr Yew Wood Round Tilt-Top Dining or Occasional Centre Table Patina
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely handmade Burr Yew tilt-top dining or occasional centre table. A good looking and well made piece> size wise it can be used as a four...
Yew
$25,000
H 30 in Dm 47.25 in
Osvaldo Borsani for ABV Walnut, Glass & Brass Dining or Center Table Model 6521
By Arredamenti Borsani, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in New York, NY
Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo (ABV) rare Model 6521 round dining or center table in walnut, reverse-painted glass and brass, Italy, 1945. Accompanied by a certificat...
Brass
Walnut, Oak or Rosewood Round or Square Dining Table
By Pierre Chareau
Located in Ballard, CA
A handcrafted dining table. The original table is artfully composed of 29 individual disks; the impressive top is constructed of multiple sections of walnut or rosewood, creating a s...
Wood, Rosewood, Walnut
$13,500 / item
H 30 in Dm 54 in
Dos Gallos Custom Corkscrew Round Pedestal Dining or Centre Table in Oak Wood
By Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom oak corkscrew pedestal table in beautiful white ceruse finish. Can be made in custom sizes and finishes. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio. CUSTOM PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO...
Oak
Sculptural Pencil Reed Rattan Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Trompe L'oiel Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Absolutely stunning piece. Pencil reed rattan ribbon encircles the pedestal base. Warm aged patina on rattan. Wo...
Bamboo, Wood
Artisan Sculptural Pencil Reed Rattan Dining or Center Table
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Trompe L'oiel Dining Table Base by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Absolutely stunning piece. Pencil reed rattan ribbon encircles the pedestal base. Warm aged patina on rattan. Wo...
Bamboo, Wood