Wolof women in rural Senegal weave these sweet calabash gourd-shaped lidded baskets from cattail stalks and long strips of plastic typically used to create rugs and prayer mats.
This stylish African basket offers a beautifully sculptured exterior while hiding away a number of loose objects. It's a great addition to any home decor!
Because this is a handcrafted item, shape may vary slightly.
This item is fairly made in Africa. It has made its way here today thanks to the hard work of Leslie Mittelberg building a network of artisans across Africa. Each artisan is able to work from the comfort of their own home and community. The fair payment they receive will not be reduced by traveling expenses, childcare costs or haggled prices. The artisans use their earnings to put food on the table and pay educational expenses for their children.
