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.
Organic Pencil Reed Bamboo Chest After Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Wonderful pencil reed dresser with great organic styling. Features darker reeds to create beautiful movement through drawer fronts. Waterfall edges and patinated brass hardware compl...
Reed
$1,400
H 17.72 in W 35.83 in D 16.54 in
French Riviera Storage Chest or Bench in Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1970
By Dal Vera
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning French Riviera style storage chest or bench, entirely handcrafted in rattan and woven wicker. This stylish organic piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s. In amazing ...
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Marge Carson Petite Floor Storage Chest Trunk Cabinet
By Marge Carson, Karl Springer, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Chicago, IL
Marge Carson Petite Floor Storage Chest. Appears to be covered in Grasscloth much like Karl Springer's work. This item will need restoration. There are mainly 2 issues with it as it...
Wood
Marge Carson Petite Floor Storage Chest Trunk Cabinet
By Marge Carson, Karl Springer, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Chicago, IL
Marge Carson Petite Floor Storage Chest. Wonderful finish similar to an oil spot. Signed on underside.
Wood
$2,169
H 32.68 in W 35.83 in D 17.72 in
An Italian 1970s two drawers and two doors bamboo chest by Vivai del Sud
By Vivai del Sud
Located in London, GB
An Italian 1970s two drawers and two doors bamboo chest by Vivai Del Sud with split bamboo cane front, sides and top. With two shelves inside each cupboard. There is a matching mirro...
Bamboo
Mid-Century Asian Style Wicker and Brass Blanket Chest
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Asian Style Wicker and Brass Blanket Chest. Measures 32" in width, 16" in depth and 16" in height closed.
Brass
$680Sale Price|35% Off
H 6.3 in W 11.82 in D 11.23 in
Wood Handcarved Decorative Box, Mid-Century Modern, France, After Noll
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Barcelona, ES
Wood handcarved box after Alexandre Noll Signed Tony to the underside. Late 20th century. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a be...
Wood
Mid Century Raffia Chest / Commode by Harrison Van Horn, c1970s
By Harrison Van Horn
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Delve into the realm of timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage mid-century Raffia Chest by Harrison Van Horn, circa 1970s. Crafted with an unwavering commitment to quality and...
Raffia, Hardwood
$38,000
H 32.5 in W 50 in D 22 in
Remarkable Italian Trapezoidal Bamboo Chest by Vivai del Sud - Pair Available
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent rare Organic commode is Unique on the World market. It shipped as photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and compl...
Brass
Le Mèr Chest Of Drawers by Lola Glamour
Located in Geneve, CH
Le Mèr Chest Of Drawers by Lola Glamour Dimensions: D 51 x W 143 x H 97 cm Materials: Wood. Five drawers are hidden under beautiful wooden moldings that even run along the sides of ...
Wood
Mid Century Modern Cabinet in Oak, Hand carved by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in Round Rock, TX
Danish Hand-Carved Oak Cabinet, Denmark, Mid-20th Century This exceptional Danish cabinet is crafted from solid oak and distinguished by its deeply hand-carved façade. The front pan...
Oak
Paul McCobb 20 Drawer Dresser, Planner Group, Winchendon, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Round Rock, TX
Coveted 20-drawer dresser from the Winchendon “Planner Group,” designed by Paul McCobb, c. 1950s. Designed as modular living, this piece delivers serious storage while keeping a li...
Maple
1970s Lidded Pottery Vessel by Gerry Williams, Ceramic, Listed Potter
By Gerry Williams
Located in Round Rock, TX
This striking lidded vessel is an authentic work by Gerry Williams (1926–2014), a pioneering American ceramic artist and founder of Studio Potter magazine. Renowned for his innovativ...
Ceramic
Vintage Iittala Alvar Aalto Savoy Vase
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Round Rock, TX
The iconic “Savoy” vase was designed by Alvar Aalto for Iittala of Finland. Considered one of the most revered designers of the 20th century, Aalto created this vase as part of a 10-...
Glass, Blown Glass
Pair of Vintage Warren Platner Side Tables, Knoll, 1970s, Mid Century
By Warren Platner
Located in Round Rock, TX
Vintage Pair of Warren Platner Side Tables with inset glass tops. Originally produced by Knoll in the 1960s and designed by the visionary architect and designer Warren Platner. Thes...
Chrome, Zinc
Bronze and Marble Sculpture by Neil Hadlock
Located in Round Rock, TX
Signed, dated and numbered abstract bronze and marble sculpture by listed Utah artist Neil Hablock, Circa, 1984. Abstract bronze form on top of black marble stand can be left up to interpretation. Bio : Neil Hadlock...
Marble, Bronze
