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Mid-century Italian Rattan / Bamboo Oval Mirror in the Style of Franco Albini
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Mid-century Italian Rattan / Bamboo Oval Mirror in the Style of Franco Albini

1940 - 1960
Sold 1 January 1900 · Steven Swann Antiques
This “Mid-century Italian Rattan / Bamboo Oval Mirror in the Style of Franco Albini” found a buyer.

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Description

A good-sized mid-century Italian oval mirror in rattan and bamboo, in the style of Franco Albini.

The combination of the oval form and woven frame gives it a distinctly mid-century Italian character, and it would sit comfortably within both vintage and more contemporary interiors.

Condition Report

In excellent vintage condition with a few minor marks, but nothing that stands out.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Italian Rattan Wall Mirror to the 1960s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1231868
Dealers Internal Reference
SA1796
Description
A good-sized mid-century Italian oval mirror in rattan and bamboo, in the style of Franco Albini.
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The combination of the oval form and woven frame gives it a distinctly mid-century Italian character, and it would sit comfortably within both vintage and more contemporary interiors.
Steven Swann Antiques
fig 1. An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan.
fig 1. Mid-century Italian Rattan / Bamboo Oval Mirror in the Style of Franco Albini

Condition Report

In excellent vintage condition with a few minor marks, but nothing that stands out.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

Steven Swann Antiques has dated this Italian Rattan Wall Mirror to the 1960s.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1231868
Dealers Internal Ref
SA1796
Steven Swann Antiques
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Archive I An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Mid-century Italian Rattan / Bamboo Oval Mirror in the Style of Franco Albini

Archive II An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan. View II
Archive III An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan. View III
Archive IV An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan. View IV
Archive V An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan. View V
Archive VI An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan. View VI
Archive VII An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan. View VII
Archive VIII An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan. View VIII
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Steven Swann Antiques
Telephone 07877 678673
Location
Southampton
Hampshire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/swann
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An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan.
Mid-Century Italian Rattan / Bamboo Oval Mirror In the Style Of Franco Albini
Ref: SA1231868
An oval mid-century wall mirror with an openwork outer frame crafted from woven, looped honey-toned rattan.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWall Mirrors
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialRattan, Bamboo, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLooped openwork frame, Oval central mirror, Hand-bound cane joins, Sunburst pattern
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Italian mid-century rattan design emerged in the 1950s and 1960s, led by designers such as Franco Albini who elevated humble organic materials into sculptural home furnishings. These mirrors are recognised by steam-bent cane, openwork lattice looping, and lightweight geometric framing.

Authentic pieces feature natural rattan vines, bamboo poles, and split cane bindings wrapped around a bentwood or metal core structure holding a central glass mirror panel.

Authentic period pieces display natural tone variations, minor surface patination, and hand-wrapped cane bindings at joinery points rather than synthetic glues or modern plastic bindings.

Position the mirror above a timber sideboard, entryway console, or mantelpiece to add organic texture, warmth, and reflected light to contemporary or Scandinavian-inspired rooms.

Keep the frame clean by dusting regularly with a soft dry brush or vacuum nozzle. Avoid high-humidity areas and direct heat sources to prevent the natural fibres from drying out or splitting.
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