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Tonga Basket - Extra Large Wall Baskets Powered by People
Tonga Basket - Extra Large Wall Baskets Powered by People
Tonga Basket - Extra Large Wall Baskets Powered by People
Tonga Basket - Extra Large Wall Baskets Powered by People
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Tonga Basket - Extra Large

Sale price
$98.00
Regular price
Regular price
$98.00
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Heritage, history. For walls and tables. These beautiful baskets are made in the remote Binga district of Northern Zimbabwe - home to the displaced Tonga people. Today, many Tonga women utilize traditional weaving techniques to create intricately patterned baskets using the over and under style of weaving. A 16 inch diameter piece can take two weeks to complete. The baskets are finished using a coiled rim with a distinctive herringbone pattern and are made from all natural, locally harvested materials like wild grasses, small vines, and palm leaves dyed with tree bark. The largest sized bowls are still used by the Tonga people for their original purpose of winnowing grains. When you purchase a fairly traded item like this, you help a family in a developing country raise their standard of living and playing an important part in keeping traditional craft alive. Diameter: 22 - 26". Patterns vary, each basket is unique.

Messengers of culture from Mother Africa. Since 1997 Mbare has been supplying a unique collection of handcrafted products made from natural and recycled materials, sourced from all over Africa. Born out of a vision to provide sustainable sources of income for people and communities outside of the formal economy, Mbare’s focus is on modern global style with an African touch, always offering supreme quality and attention to detail. Made with heart, rooted in heritage, from their hands to your home.

Item Number

ZTB-XL

designer

Mbare

made in

Zimbabwe

materials

Wild grasses, small vines and ilala palm leaves dyed with tree bark.

product dimensions

23-27” cir

AVAILABLE TO SHIP

2 business days

RETURN POLICY

Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery.

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