Woven Legacies: Innovation & Tradition
Timed Online Auction, 2 - 24 February 2025
Tradition & Innovation
Lot Estimate
ZAR 20 000 - 22 000
Current Bid
Starting at ZAR 20 000
Location
Cape Town
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About this Item
Yoomelingah-Yure basket
natural and dyed elephant grass woven into bands with geometric patterns
56cm high, 66cm wide
Notes
These "free flow" art baskets are deeply rooted in Ghanaian culture and heritage. They feature patterns and colors which reflect the artistry of the master weavers. They are typically woven from natural materials such as elephant grass, which is locally sourced and sustainable.
- Binky Newman, Design Afrika
Provenance
Design Afrika Collection
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