Garlic Gourd woven basket - Zimbabwe - 18.6 Armed Robbery A large very old hand

A large very old hand crafted fish by artisans in Mali

unadorned versions made by blacksmiths are given to children as toys

The second serving is called “Tona” or “kale’i” and the third one “Baraka” or “Bereka” (just like Barack) meaning blessing and thus bestowing blessing upon the participants

A lovely tribute to the love of horticulture

Garlic Gourd woven basket - Zimbabwe - 18.6 Armed Robbery A large very old handA handwoven Garlic Gourd (also called Onion) basket from Zimbabwe, made from Ilala palm. Each is bespoke and entirely hand shaped, so gentle irregularities are part of its character striking alone or grouped together as a display. Size: H 54cm W 44cm D 44cm