Zulu Ukhamba Basket #160 African art 25" diameter

25" diameter

Whether you use it as a standalone piece or incorporate it into a larger design scheme

a pervasive native plant found throughout Swaziland

59" x 41                                                                        "

Hypnotic patterns: Lose yourself in the mesmerizing swirls and folds

Zulu Ukhamba Basket #160 African art 25" diameterThese handwoven baskets are woven by people from the Zulu tribe in the KwaZulu Natal region of South Africa. The fiber used is from the indigenous illala palm tree and the colors are natural dyes obtained from local roots, berries, bark and earth. Each basket is unique and can take up to a month to complete a medium sized basket. Traditionally the lidded baskets are used to store liquids (usually millet beer) and the bowl shaped baskets are used to