Makenge Tray - Zambia - 5 Police Theme and black-backed jackals

and black-backed jackals

We don't ship them by courier

Size:  77cm x 23cm

ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike

this vintage elm wood stool offers both style and sustainability

Makenge Tray - Zambia - 5 Police Theme and black-backed jackalsMakenge baskets are testament to the weaving skills of the Mbunda and Losi people of Zambia. They are original pieces that have been used to winnow grains. How they are made: The baskets are made from the Makenge tree which is a small tree and sends out very long shallow roots. The roots have fine hairs and they are dug from the ground by the men and thinned out to be used. Only the small roots are gathered, so the bush remains alive to produce more