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"VIEW MORE PHOTOS      PointClickHome&amp;#039;s Auction Partner        With the increasing demand for sustainable design and renewable resources, bamboo furniture has never been hotter. Well not since the 1890s, that is. Back then, the allure of the East was in the air and owning bamboo pieces symbolized utter worldliness and affluence. But during the Victorian era, the supply was limited since the plant had to be imported from Asia. Domestic craftsmen often helped satisfy the overwhelming market demand by creating faux bamboo alternatives. In fact, much of the &amp;quot;bamboo&amp;quot; furniture found at today&amp;#039;s auctions is made from pine or maple, which artisans whittled to create the effect of bamboo rings, then stained to create a yellowish finish. More important than using the authentic material was capturing the golden hue, the texture, and the essence of chinoiserie. In a world with a limited global hardwood supply, bamboo has become a durable and abundant design alternative. In addition to its environmental benefits, Bamboo also has a lightness and warmth that suits traditional, coastal or contemporary interiors. See our slideshow for great examples of antique bamboo, then check out the live auctions to discover what&amp;#039;s available online now. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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