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Zulu Illala Palm Basket, South Africa

$ 92.4

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Condition: New
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: South Africa
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

    Description

    Zulu Illala palm basket from South Africa
    Each basket is a unique, handwoven piece of Zulu cultural heritage
    Strips of palm leaves are naturally dyed with flowers, leaves, mud, charcoal, etc
    Often called Ukhambas
    Ukhambas are used to transport water or store Ceremonial beer
    Girls weave with grandma and mothers , selling baskets to pay school fees
    Patterns on baskets each carry significance to the weavers and Zulu people
    Large Ukhambas are usually given as wedding gifts
    This is a beautiful, well preserved Zulu African basket from the tribal people of South Africa.
    23” in tall with lid
    30” wide around
    EXCELLENT CONDITION