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Poems of the Weaver: Handwoven Geometric Petite Basket (Oval)

Poems of the Weaver: Handwoven Geometric Petite Basket (Oval)

Regular price R 345.00 ZAR
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The Handwoven Geometric Petite Basket is a small-batch, lidded vessel hand-selected for its distinct character and tight, technical tension. Sourced from KwaZulu-Natal, this piece introduces structured geometric patterns to your home while keeping small essentials entirely contained.

The Story Behind the Scout

  • Masterful Tension: This piece showcases a highly technical, tight weave structure native to regional KwaZulu-Natal craft traditions.
  • Organic Silhouette: While designated as an oval form factor, the vessel transitions fluidly into a rounded, bulbous base that tapers cleanly toward a matching, custom-fitted lid.
  • Complex Earth Tones: The body features natural fibers woven into an intricate pattern of stacked diamonds and deep starburst points in various colours.

Specifications

  • Dimensions: Approximately 13cm × 13cm.
  • Material: Locally harvested natural fibers and regional organic dyes.
  • Care: Keep dry; dust gently with a soft brush to maintain the integrity of the natural fiber weave.

A Note on the Craft

KwaZulu-Natal is home to some of the world's finest master weavers. Using indigenous raw fibers and traditional, generation-led tensioning methods, these small-batch pieces are built by hand from start to finish. Every basket carries the rhythm and structural narrative of the specific environment where it was created.

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