Makenge Basket #164 Turqouise Approximately 40 x 67

Approximately 40 x 67

These beautiful beads are individually cast in clay molds and fired in a wood burning kiln

The folds are held in place by clamping

This inkongoro

Approximately 41 1/2" x 64"

Makenge Basket #164 Turqouise Approximately 40 x 67The 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