Makenge Basket 01 They preserve a number of

They preserve a number of animist traditions and believe that objects

marriage and family

Elephants will use the dust in an effort to cool down and alleviate irritations from insects

These Ngontang masks come from the Fang people of Gabon and are hand-carved from indigenous wood

Makenge Basket 01 They preserve a number ofMakenge baskets are hand woven in Zambia from boiled roots of the Makenge bush and naturally coloured with plant dyes. Traditionally, these baskets are given as wedding presents to new brides, to use in outdoor kitchens. They are extremely hard wearing as the roots from the Makenge bush allow for higher coils to be woven. Due to their longevity, the baskets are often passed down generations with other baskets taking on rich patina and textures from