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Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Filipino

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.

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Creator: Betty Cobonpue
Extraordinary Pair of Art Deco Style Loungers by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of rare lounge chairs is unique on the market. They are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professional...
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1980s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Rare Vintage Sculptural Pencil Reed & Wood Sofa by Betty Cobonpue, Usa 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Hastings, GB
A rare sculptural pencil reed & wood sofa by Betty Cobonpue, USA 1980s. From her 'Scultura' range. There's not a bad angle on this beauty. Seat cushion has its original self-patt...
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1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Reed, Wood

Extraordinary Pair Trompe L'oiel Club Chairs by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of rare club chairs is unique on the World market. They are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the ...
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1980s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Mahogany

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...
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1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Captivating Art Nouveau Influenced Rattan Palm Frond Console by Betty Cobonpue
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent console table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation read...
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1970s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Extraordinary Set of 14 Trompe L'oiel Arm Dining Chairs by Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
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1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Mahogany

Extraordinary Set of 8 Trompe L'oiel Dining Chairs by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
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1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, 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...
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1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Chaise Lounges, Pair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of sculptural organic modern split reed rattan chaise lounges By Betty Cobonpue 1980s Measures: 25.5"W x 71"D x 38.5"H. Seat height: 12". Very good origin...
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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Reed

Betty Cobonpue Sculptural Split Reed Rattan Chaise Lounges, Pair
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of sculptural Organic Modern split reed rattan chaise lounges By Betty Cobonpue Circa 1980s Measures: 23.75" W x 77" D x 33" H. Seat height: 13". Very goo...
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Late 20th Century Organic Modern Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Extraordinary Set of 12 Trompe L'oiel Dining Chairs by Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
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1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Mahogany

Majestic Restored Rattan Emperors Seat by Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A remarkable Emperors seat by the wickedly Talented Betty Cobonpue, circa 1980. Steamed reed rattan with a stunning detail over solid mahogany constructi...
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1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

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By Betty Cobonpue
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Sculpture Series wooden table by Betty Cobonpue, 1980s
By Betty Cobonpue
Located in Quarrata, IT
Sculpture Series wooden table by Betty Cobonpue, 1980s. Marked on the table top.
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1980s Vintage Betty Cobonpue Furniture

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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...
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Betty Cobonpue Scultura Pencil Reed Rattan and Boucle Dining Chairs, Set of 4
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1980s Betty Cobonpue Organic Form Waterfall Side Table
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Betty Cobonpue furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Betty Cobonpue furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of natural fiber and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Betty Cobonpue furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Betty Cobonpue were created in the mid-century modern style in southeast asia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Budji Layug, Sun Cabinet, and Tendo Mokko. Prices for Betty Cobonpue furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $850 and can go as high as $66,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,500.

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