Wicker is design alchemy, turning humble natural fibers such as rattan, cane, and raffia to gold by weaving them into topographies unimaginable for more refined materials. But the greater magic is that wicker turns moments to gold as well. It tugs at the too-tight necktie of a formal room, offers a tactile reprieve from idealized surfaces, and playfully reminds us that the color tan can in fact be fabulous.
And the alchemy is as strong as ever. From its first grand moment in the 19th century to a showy turn mid-20th, wicker is in the throes of a right-now renaissance as France’s Atelier Vime produces a breathtaking range of pieces and designers Amanda Lindroth and Justin Van Breda launch their own fresh lines. Meanwhile, the woven art form is anchoring notable design projects from Harbour Island to Southern California.
Wicker truly inspires fealty bordering on obsession. But who can out-obsess Lee Radziwill? No one. The renowned socialite and interior designer left the world last year in—of all things—a casket woven exquisitely of wicker. So pour yourself a drink and get ready to explore the fabulous world of wicker! It's what Radziwill would want.
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