Makenge Winnowing Basket - Zambia (33.8) Security Guard and in weaving towns such

and in weaving towns such as Sakiaré it remains a livelihood

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A single block of African Rosewood wood is hand carved into a geometric shape and decorated with multi coloured beads

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Makenge Winnowing Basket - Zambia (33.8) Security Guard and in weaving towns suchMakenge baskets are testament to the weaving skills of the Mbunda and Losi people of Zambia. They are original pieces that have been used to winnow grains. How they are made: The baskets are made from the Makenge tree which is a small tree and sends out very long shallow roots. The roots have fine hairs and they are dug from the ground by the men and thinned out to be used. Only the small roots are gathered, so the bush remains alive to produce more