Makenge Basket 01 each shield may vary slightly

each shield may vary slightly

wealth and social rank

The carving of the male head on this bowl

Elephants will use the dust in an effort to cool down and alleviate irritations from insects

Makenge Basket 01 each shield may vary slightlyMakenge baskets are hand woven in Zambia from boiled roots of the Makenge bush and naturally coloured with plant dyes. Traditionally, these baskets are given as wedding presents to new brides, to use in outdoor kitchens. They are extremely hard wearing as the roots from the Makenge bush allow for higher coils to be woven. Due to their longevity, the baskets are often passed down generations with other baskets taking on rich patina and textures from