Makenge Basket 04 no two bowls will be

no two bowls will be the same

This gorgeous stool was hand carved from solid hard wood by the Hehe people who lived along the shores of Lake Nyasa in Tanzania

The post has developed beautiful patina and wear over time

They are perfect for styling as a low stool or as a decorative sculptural object for anywhere in the home

Makenge Basket 04 no two bowls will beMakenge 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