Our Tonga baskets are handwoven by ladies from the Binga region of Zimbabwe.
Tonga baskets are made from the ilala palm (mapokwe in Tonga). The palm is most often grown for the purpose of basket making.
Traditionally, the baskets were (and still are) used for carrying maize or sorghum from the fields and then winnowing the grain. Traditional designs include stripes, a spider web-type pattern, and a lightning pattern.
Tonga baskets are popular for home decor as they make for a wonderful wall hanging or table display.
The diameter is approx. 17"
** You will receive the actual basket displayed in this image **
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