Sankore África
Basket with a natural handle
Basket with a natural handle
Country: Ghana
Material: Elephant grass.
Measurements: 34x28cm
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Basket with a natural handle brought directly from Bolgatanga, Ghana. It is handwoven in elephant grass , a hardy variety of grass that is dyed to create these colorful designs.
Each piece is a fine work of art that accumulates hours of work and effort. With a finish that reaches the highest quality according to international standards, consisting of selecting, dehydrating and intertwining all the filaments to be used. In addition, we cannot forget to highlight the admirable quality of the process of being respectful with the environment .
The city of Bolgatanga in Ghana, popularly known as Bolga , situated near the border with Burkina Faso, is the capital of the Upper East region.
Bolga is known as the handicraft center of northern Ghana, with a large central market, where you can find the famous Bolga baskets, which are made and sold there. Bolgatanga and the surrounding towns are also among the largest producers of leather work, straw hats and blouses in the entire country.
*All products are made by hand so there may be some variation in shape and size.
*Measurements may vary slightly.