Tonga Filigree Basket - Zimbabwe

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The Tonga Filigree Basket is a subtle, neutral accent to add dimension to any space. These baskets are handwoven by the BaTonga women, who live in the remote Binga District of Northern Zimbabwe. These skilled craftswomen utilize all natural and locally harvested materials such as wild grasses, palm leaves, and twigs. The basket is finished with a traditional herringbone lip. These beautifully woven baskets are available in multiple sizes, making it easy to find the perfect one for your wall or tabletop.

 

Material: Palm Leaves and Wild Twigs

Color(s): Natural

Size: Small – 12-13”Diam. x 1-1/2”-2”D; Medium - 16-17" Diam. x 1-1/2-2"D; Large - 20-22"Diam. x 1-1/2-2"D

Artisan/Collective: Swahili African Modern

Origin: Zimbabwe

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The Tonga Filigree Basket is a subtle, neutral accent to add dimension to any space. These baskets are handwoven by the BaTonga women, who live in the remote Binga District of Northern Zimbabwe. These skilled craftswomen utilize all natural and locally harvested materials such as wild grasses, palm leaves, and twigs. The basket is finished with a traditional herringbone lip. These beautifully woven baskets are available in multiple sizes, making it easy to find the perfect one for your wall or tabletop.

 

Material: Palm Leaves and Wild Twigs

Color(s): Natural

Size: Small – 12-13”Diam. x 1-1/2”-2”D; Medium - 16-17" Diam. x 1-1/2-2"D; Large - 20-22"Diam. x 1-1/2-2"D

Artisan/Collective: Swahili African Modern

Origin: Zimbabwe

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The Tonga Filigree Basket is a subtle, neutral accent to add dimension to any space. These baskets are handwoven by the BaTonga women, who live in the remote Binga District of Northern Zimbabwe. These skilled craftswomen utilize all natural and locally harvested materials such as wild grasses, palm leaves, and twigs. The basket is finished with a traditional herringbone lip. These beautifully woven baskets are available in multiple sizes, making it easy to find the perfect one for your wall or tabletop.

 

Material: Palm Leaves and Wild Twigs

Color(s): Natural

Size: Small – 12-13”Diam. x 1-1/2”-2”D; Medium - 16-17" Diam. x 1-1/2-2"D; Large - 20-22"Diam. x 1-1/2-2"D

Artisan/Collective: Swahili African Modern

Origin: Zimbabwe

The BaTonga women of Northern Zimbabwe are known for their intricate basket weaving skills and mathematical know-how. To learn more about the BaTonga basket weaving and the inspiration behind these striking baskets, please enjoy our Inspiration page Patterns of Zimbabwe.


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