Makenge Basket #187 Pink West Africa

West Africa

59" x 41                                                                        "

Vintage carved wooden milk container with woven natural fiber strap from the Turkana tribe in Kenya

Vintage carved wooden rounded rectangular shaped bowl container with leather strap from the Turkana tribe in Kenya

adorned with vibrant beads and intricate patterns

Makenge Basket #187 Pink West AfricaThe Makenge tree grows only a few yards high and sends out long shallow root. These fine root hairs are dug out by the men of the tribe and are skinned to remove the thin covering. The roots are carefully harvested to ensure the health of the indigenous tree ensuring that basket making materials will be available for generations to come. The roots are boiled and sometimes dyed with natural pigments. When they are dry, the women weave the baskets. The