While antique rattan chairs (or more generally wicker) often conjure up images of ornate Victorian styles, the method of weaving soaked natural fibers into a shape and leaving it to harden into furniture dates back to the Egyptian days. Re-popularized in the ’60s and ’70s when boho styles hit the mainstream, rattan furniture earned its reputation as a modern material with an artistic edge. While you can find painted rattan pieces, the natural color is a hardworking neutral that pairs great with modern cottage looks.
The lashing details on the typical rattan chair– the elements that bind the frame together is reminiscent of classic caning used on traditional French and English chairs.










