Woven Legacies: Celebrating African Artistry

Timed Online Auction, 6 - 20 February 2024

Woven Legacies

Sold for

ZAR 4 104
Lot 39
  • Alice Ndwandwa; A Tintsaba coiled sisal basket, 2023
  • Alice Ndwandwa; A Tintsaba coiled sisal basket, 2023


Lot Estimate
ZAR 1 800 - 2 200
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 4 104

About this Item

eSwatini 1978-
A Tintsaba coiled sisal basket, 2023
woven in black and cream spiral pattern
9cm high by 40cm diameter

Notes

Alice Ndwandwa is represented by Tintsaba, a project designed to facilitate the financial independence and artistic growth of women from rural the Hhohho district in eSwatini.

Founded in 1985 by Sheila Freemantle, Tintsaba began with 12 local women and has grown into a globally recognised name for refined basketry with numerous awards.

Sisal is the common name for Agave Sisalana. It can be found in most areas of eSwatini, and is regarded as an exotic and invasive weed. Sisal has always been used to make rope, twine, handcraft and stockades.

Ndwandwa is one of Tintsaba's Master Weavers, meaning her basket designs boast a blend of colour and design to create unique masterpieces.

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