walp...
I went and bought 8 ratchet-strap tie-downs. with some furious screwing around, they ought to do the job
I am now certain there is no local source for rattan of any sort, nor for 2-part epoxy with an appropriate working time.
I will certainly have to wet-bend the core before final assembly.
I am considering using carpenter's glue for the fianl assembly.
Good evening, O my brother. How farest thou?