Ugandan Flat Basket

Product Description

Handwoven Ugandan Flat Basket (Agaseke Wall Hanging / Trivet)

Description This traditional coiled flat basket is handcrafted using natural raffia and banana fibers. Woven with meticulous detail, it features a striking geometric starburst/diamond motif in warm terracotta, ochre yellow, natural cream, and earthy olive tones. Baskets of this style are celebrated across East Africa (particularly Uganda and Rwanda) as symbols of craft heritage, hospitality, and home adornment.

Key Features

• Artisanal Craftsmanship: Hand-coiled and woven by local artisans using traditional heritage techniques.

• Eco-Friendly Materials: Crafted from sustainable, natural plant fibers (banana leaf stalk, sisal, or raffia).

• Versatile Functionality: Designed with a woven loop attachment on the side/back, making it perfect as a decorative wall hanging, table trivet, centerpiece, or platter.

• Geometric Motif: Features a central radial spiral leading into bold, repeating diamond-patterned rays.

• Earth Tone Palette: Colored using natural or fiber-friendly dyes in warm rust, mustard yellow, forest green, and ivory hues.

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