Handwoven Diamond Bolga Basket, Black - Ghana
The Handwoven Diamond Bolga Basket is a beautiful work of functional art. Bolga baskets are the most iconic of all the African handmade baskets, structurally sound making them appropriate for indoor or personal use. Talented weavers in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana craft the baskets from elephant grass, known as veta vera, a tough and sturdy river grass that is found along the equatorial band of Africa wherever there is sufficient water. This stunning Bolga basket showcases the true craftsmanship and quality of the Ghanaian artisans.
Material(s): Elephant Grass, Natural Dye, and Leather
Color(s): Natural and Black
Size: 15”L x 15”W x 15”H
Artisan/Collective: Swahili African Modern
Origin: Ghana
The Handwoven Diamond Bolga Basket is a beautiful work of functional art. Bolga baskets are the most iconic of all the African handmade baskets, structurally sound making them appropriate for indoor or personal use. Talented weavers in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana craft the baskets from elephant grass, known as veta vera, a tough and sturdy river grass that is found along the equatorial band of Africa wherever there is sufficient water. This stunning Bolga basket showcases the true craftsmanship and quality of the Ghanaian artisans.
Material(s): Elephant Grass, Natural Dye, and Leather
Color(s): Natural and Black
Size: 15”L x 15”W x 15”H
Artisan/Collective: Swahili African Modern
Origin: Ghana
The Handwoven Diamond Bolga Basket is a beautiful work of functional art. Bolga baskets are the most iconic of all the African handmade baskets, structurally sound making them appropriate for indoor or personal use. Talented weavers in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana craft the baskets from elephant grass, known as veta vera, a tough and sturdy river grass that is found along the equatorial band of Africa wherever there is sufficient water. This stunning Bolga basket showcases the true craftsmanship and quality of the Ghanaian artisans.
Material(s): Elephant Grass, Natural Dye, and Leather
Color(s): Natural and Black
Size: 15”L x 15”W x 15”H
Artisan/Collective: Swahili African Modern
Origin: Ghana
Care: Bolga baskets are handmade from natural grass. To reshape your basket, always use cold water to prevent dye bleed. Wet the item thoroughly then press and smooth the basket to your desired shape. Shake out the excess water and then place the basket in a warm place to dry. We recommend not placing wet items on a surface where dye transfer might occur. This process can be repeated as often as needed.
