Bridge for Africa
Fair Trade Zulu Telephone Wire Small Cone Basket, White Desert (Each One Unique)
Fair Trade Zulu Telephone Wire Small Cone Basket, White Desert (Each One Unique)
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- Small, cone-shaped basket, meticulously handwoven with sturdy telephone wire
- Beautiful patterns in soft shades of copper, ivory, blue, olive, brown gold, and rust; patterns will vary from photos
- Handmade in South Africa, providing work for more than 700 Zulu families
- Can be used with dry foods and hand-washed with warm water and soap
- Approximately 5-3/4 x 3 inches (DxH); individually handmade, each one unique
Talented Zulu makers in rural South Africa combine colorful telephone wire with traditional weaving techniques to create these beautiful, collectible baskets. Each is individually handcrafted, and no two are exactly alike. This fusion of past and present enables Zulu families to achieve the dignity of work and self-sufficiency.
The baskets are imported into the United States by Bridge for Africa, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. They pay their artist partners a living wage, promote sustainable development in Africa, and educate U.S. consumers about the benefits of Fair Trade in fighting poverty in the developing world. Your purchase will grace your home with authentic beauty while advancing hope for future generations of African artisans.
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