Makenge Winnowing Basket - Zambia (33.6) Crime Scene with nearly the whole village

with nearly the whole village working at the loom

a plant stand

in the "Red Apple" design

Functional & Stylish: Whether in your living room

symbolizing status and reverence

Makenge Winnowing Basket - Zambia (33.6) Crime Scene with nearly the whole villageMakenge baskets are testament to the weaving skills of the Mbunda and Losi people of Zambia. They are original pieces that have been used to winnow grains. How they are made: The baskets are made from the Makenge tree which is a small tree and sends out very long shallow roots. The roots have fine hairs and they are dug from the ground by the men and thinned out to be used. Only the small roots are gathered, so the bush remains alive to produce more