Ethnika Home Decor And Antiques
New Rochelle , NY
Super Seller
Details
- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 11ʺD × 11.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- 1970s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Fiber
- Sisal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- good good less
- Description
- Superb old Zulu Ukhamba Lidded Basket with Tight Weave, South Africa , baskets such as this are among the most … more Superb old Zulu Ukhamba Lidded Basket with Tight Weave, South Africa , baskets such as this are among the most exquisite artworks were made from vegetable fibers of sisal and papyrus trees. The grasses of these trees were soaked in the water for almost two weeks to make them soft.These baskets were used as containers to transport valued foods such as eggs, milk, beans, meat, and other valuable objects. They were presented as wedding gifts to a bride and groom. They were also used as decoration.11.5" H by 11" diameter . less
Ethnika Home Decor And Antiques
New Rochelle , NY
Super Seller
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