Buhera bowl-shaped basket

Traditional Buhera basket made in Zimbabwe from roots from the Buhera district. These baskets are traditionally used to store and carry grain. Each basket is handmade and there will be individual differences in design and size.

DESCRIPTION
The baskets are a beautiful reflection of Africa's ancient weaving tradition, made by the Buhera women of Zimbabwe. These baskets were traditionally used for storing food and beer, to make them waterproof, cow dung would be smeared on the outside of the baskets.

Height approx. 12-15 cm Diameter approx. 27-30 All are unique.

Introduce natural materials into your interior with the use of African baskets. These beautiful baskets represent an ancient weaving tradition, the baskets are made by Buhera women in Zimbabwe. Traditionally, these baskets were used to store maize flour and beer. To make them waterproof, they were smeared with clay and cow dung. The baskets are woven by hand, a weaving that requires strength and technique to shape the powerful roots. Each Buhera basket is an eye-catcher in itself. Beautiful baskets that appear as beautiful vases.

WE USE THE BUHERA CURVES FOR:

The wicker bowl makes a great decoration on the table. Fill the bowl with nuts or fruit. The bowl is also suitable as a general purpose bowl on the dresser in the hallway, or by the bathtub filled with wellness products.

YOUR BUHERA CART MAKES A DIFFERENCE:

This is a dying craft, read about our amazing journey on our blog here; No roads lead to Buhera Then you will get an impression of how important these baskets are to secure a family's economy in difficult times. Zimbabwe has experienced years of failing crops and drought, together with a dysfunctional government, everyday life is very demanding for families in the countryside.

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