Makenge Basket #180 Gold you acquire not just a

you acquire not just a decorative piece

This process may be done multiple times

They are an incredible testament to weaving skills of the Mbundu and Losi women of the remote Western Provence of Zambia

Approximately 40 1/2" x 63 1/2"

are some of the most impressive of the African textiles

Makenge Basket #180 Gold you acquire not just aThe Makenge tree grows only a few yards high and sends out long shallow root. These fine root hairs are dug out by the men of the tribe and are skinned to remove the thin covering. The roots are carefully harvested to ensure the health of the indigenous tree ensuring that basket making materials will be available for generations to come. The roots are boiled and sometimes dyed with natural pigments. When they are dry, the women weave the baskets. The