A Brief History of Wicker



A Brief History of Wicker

The oldest wicker dates back to the Egyptian Empire in 3000 BC. These pieces include chairs, wig boxes, and chests. The material that the Egyptians seemed to utilize was reed. All of the items that were discovered had reed as a main constituent. Tub shaped wicker work was also found on the Roman stone reliefs. Wicker then became common in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Wicker enjoyed immense popularity in the Victorian period. Wicker furniture was designed for both indoor and outdoor use and provided a romantic tone to the room or outdoor area that it was placed in. A reason that wicker became so popular was the simplicity of the material. It allowed itself to be woven into many different styles and designs.

Wicker was viewed as a clean, natural material that came to signify country living, and good health. The natural essence of wicker soon found its way to construct baby carriages, cribs and furniture.

Victorian Inn

Probably the main reason for the success of wicker though, is the simple fact that it can be enjoyed outdoors. People wanted to have furniture that could be enjoyed outdoors, whether it was in a conservatory, garden, or expansive front yard. They also began enclosing their porches, and creating sunrooms. The light weight and summery feel of wicker provided the perfect ingredients for ideal outdoor furniture.

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