Makenge Basket 05Makenge baskets are hand woven in Zambia from boiled roots of the Makenge bush and naturally coloured with plant dyes. Traditionally, these baskets are given as wedding presents to new brides, to use in outdoor kitchens. They are extremely hard wearing as the roots from the Makenge bush allow for higher coils to be woven. Due to their longevity, the baskets are often passed down generations with other baskets taking on rich patina and textures from

These beautiful masks are hand-carved from indigenous woods and finished with brass and copper detailing

marriage and family

with unique handle details and a beautiful organic shape We love the dark wooden tones of this headrest and braided leather handle detail

This particular headrest has distinct green markings on each corner of the top of the headrest

The bangles are hand-sculpted and finished with delicate and intricate carved patterns

They are renowned for their exceptional  wood carving skills

every 3 to 4 months the Karamajong people will move their cattle in search of water and pasture and they are skilled in creating functional pieces that are easy to transport from materials readily found in their harsh desert environment

Due to their longevity

every 3 to 4 months the Karamajong people will move their cattle in search of water and pasture and they are skilled in creating functional pieces that are easy to transport from materials readily found in their harsh desert environment

Shona headrests have a long history of being a prestige ornament associated with political and religious leadership

showing evidence of usage and wear as it shows a warm glossy patina along with smoothing of wood on the back and the seat

Style as a sculptural decorative object anywhere in the home