SKU: 112838
Hausa Flat Basket Nigeria 14 Inch
Height: 14.75
Width: 14.75
Depth: 0.25
Width: 14.75
Depth: 0.25
$75.00
$150.00
Description
The Hausa women of Nigeria have a long history as basket weavers. In the past decades, basket making has assumed new importance because, in addition to making baskets for use in the home, the sale of baskets has empowered women, supported families, paid school fees, and bought food.
Height (In): 14.75
Width (In): 14.75
Depth (In): 0.25
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Approximate Age: Mid 20th Century
People: Hausa
Country of Origin: Nigeria
Material
Material: vegetal fibers
Condition
Damage/Repair: Heavy staining on one side as shown, damaged edge.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.