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SoldOUT OF STOCK Black metal stands available in multiple sizes:
- 2" W x 1" H, $10 ea
- 2" W x 2" H, $10 ea
- 8″ W x 3” H, $35 ea
- 5” W x 8” H, $40 ea
- 8″ W x 10” H, $55 ea
- 10″ W x 7” H, $55 ea
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Ghana Art baskets are unique vessels, stunning in their organic shape, their staggering size and natural pigment. Master basket weavers are Frafa people from the upper western region of Ghana. The weavers use durable, naturally dyed elephant grass. Choosing only hand-harvested and hand-split fibers, the artists add water to soften the grasses enough to sculpt them into their organic shapes. 22" W x 22" H, made by the Frafa Master Weavers of Ghana. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the indigenous Wounaan weavers of Colombia. Geometric baskets draw their inspiration from multiple sources, including pre-Colombian textiles, ceramics and rock art. 8" W x 5" H by Colombian Wounaan master weaver Serapio. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldPanama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 8" W x 6" H by indigenous master weaver Erta Piraza. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the indigenous Wounaan weavers of Colombia. Geometric baskets draw their inspiration from multiple sources, including pre-Colombian textiles, ceramics and rock art. 7.5" W x 5" H by a Colombian Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldA low, wide black basket with soft curves, completed in all black with no other decorations. The simplicity of this basket makes the stitching stand out. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 11" W x 6" H by a Colombian Wounaan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldPictorial motifs on Wounaan Baskets are called natura due to the fact that they are inspired by their natural surroundings. In fact, these designs often include local flowers, trees, birds, iguanas and other flora and fauna native to the Darién rainforest. 9 "W x 4 "H by Wounaan weaver Sara Jingimia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldPictorial motifs on Wounaan Baskets are called natura due to the fact that they are inspired by their natural surroundings. In fact, these designs often include local flowers, trees, birds, iguanas and other flora and fauna native to the Darién rainforest. 4 "W x 7 "H by Wounaan weaver Lubiana Jimgimia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. Geometric baskets draw their inspiration from multiple sources, including pre-Colombian textiles, ceramics and rock art. 9" W x 6" H, by the master weaver Louisito's family weavers. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. Geometric baskets draw their inspiration from multiple sources, including pre-Colombian textiles, ceramics and rock art. 9" W x 7" H, by the master weaver Louisito's family weavers. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldDecorative masks hand-woven by the Emberá tribe of Panamá. Emberá shamans (called jaibaná) use figures and visages to be used in their healing and cleansing ceremonies, including woven masks representing animals. 6" W x 13" H x 4" D, by the master weaver Felicinda Guaynora. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldDecorative masks hand-woven by the Emberá tribe of Panamá. Emberá shamans (called jaibaná) use figures and visages to be used in their healing and cleansing ceremonies, including woven masks representing animals. 6" W x 13" H x 4" D, by the master weaver Felicinda Guaynora. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features black and copper steps over white, finished with a line of shiny copper stitching. 8" W x 6" H, by the Wounaan master weaver Luisito Ismare. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldFinely woven Greek keys and double headed arrows are woven into this larger sized black Wounaan basket. This unique piece was hand oven by Marlenis in over a year of construction. 19" W x 12" H, by the Wounaan master weaver Marlenis Cheucarama. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldLarge Raindrop. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 20" W x 13" H, by Wounaan Weaver Plinio. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldRaindrop on Black. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 12" W x 4" H, by Wounaan Weaver Gilberto. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldBlack Lined Base on White. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 10" W x 5" H, by Wounaan Weaver Gilberto. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWide Drops on Ecru. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 8" W x 4" H, by Wounaan Weaver Arcenio. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldPanama wounaan basketsare characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 13" W x 7" H, made by weaver Telma Mejia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldA swirling long snake with his tail wrapped into an s-curve. His head is decorated with carved tiles, detailed menacing eyes, and a slim pointy tail. Cocobolo is a tropical hardwood from Central America. Only the heartwood is used: this is typically orange or reddish-brown in color, often with darker irregular traces weaving through the wood. The sapwood (not often used) is a creamy yellow. This piece shows many of the natural elements of the carver, from possible notches on the the base, to the variations in the finish, and the natural colors of the wood. 21" L x 7" W x 3" H, a heavy solid piece weighing 9lbs, created over 30 years ago by a Wounaan carver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldA rounded crimson basket finished with just a ring of copper at the top opening. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 10" W x 6" H, by a Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldMasterful animal masks are created using thin shreds of Chunga palm fibers dyed into various colors, coiled over thick bundles of Naguala palm. Shredded palm fronds, dried in the sun, readily absorb the vegetal dyes created out of local resources. 10" W x 8" D x 11" H, created by an Embera weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldA wide oval shape, unique to weaver Eliria Mepaquito, in a fine black and white traditional motif. Rows of hooks and Greek keys alternate in black over a creamy white background. Completed with a signature disc where the weaver 'signs' her piece with ELIRIA M. Impeccable shape and stitching in a beautiful piece. 23" L x 19" W x 12" H, by Wounaan weaver Eliria Mepaquito, woven in 2005. Provenance: Los Angeles Craft & Folk Art Museum 2005/06; Museum of the Red River, 2014; Mabee Gerrer Museum of Art, 2016 Free US shipping on all orders.
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A tall, thin feather design in bright red and black, showing the tips of the sharp 'chicken feather' design inspired by the fathers of chickens in the villages. Each feather is outlined in black and the top rim is also finished in a thin black line. This feather piece has sharp edges and a narrow shape. 5" W x 8" H, constructed by a Wounaan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 3" W x 3" H by a Eida Ortiz. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 4" W x 3" H by a Benilda Chamarra. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 4" W x 4" H by a Benilda Chamarra. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 7" W x 6" H by a Marivela Teucama. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 8" W x 7" H by a Benilda Chamarra. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldPanama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 13" W x 14" H by a Susana Peña. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 2" W x 2" H by a Mery Tovar. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the indigenous Wounaan weavers of Colombia. Geometric baskets draw their inspiration from multiple sources, including pre-Colombian textiles, ceramics and rock art. 14" W x 7.5" H by a Colombian Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the indigenous Wounaan weavers of Colombia. Geometric baskets draw their inspiration from multiple sources, including pre-Colombian textiles, ceramics and rock art. 14" W x 6" H by a Colombian Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 3" W x 4" H by Wounaan weaver Leydi Hasmaca. Free US shipping on all orders.
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A rounded black basket with soft curves and a tall neck, completed in all black with no other decorations. The simplicity of this basket makes the stitching stand out. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 9" W x 8" H by a Colombian Wounaan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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A low, wide black basket with soft curves, completed in all black with no other decorations. The simplicity of this basket makes the stitching stand out. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 11" W x 5" H by a Colombian Wounaan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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A round black basket with soft curves, completed in all black with no other decorations. The simplicity of this basket makes the stitching stand out. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 9" W x 7" H by a Colombian Wounaan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 3 "W x 2 "H by Wounaan weaver Wounaan Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 4 "W x 3 "H by Wounaan weaver Iliana Jingimia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Pictorial motifs on Wounaan Baskets are called natura due to the fact that they are inspired by their natural surroundings. In fact, these designs often include local flowers, trees, birds, iguanas and other flora and fauna native to the Darién rainforest. 9 "W x 7 "H by Wounaan weaver Telma Mejia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Pictorial motifs on Wounaan Baskets are called natura due to the fact that they are inspired by their natural surroundings. In fact, these designs often include local flowers, trees, birds, iguanas and other flora and fauna native to the Darién rainforest. 13 "W x 13 "H by Wounaan weaver Eblina Cabezon. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Pictorial motifs on Wounaan Baskets are called natura due to the fact that they are inspired by their natural surroundings. In fact, these designs often include local flowers, trees, birds, iguanas and other flora and fauna native to the Darién rainforest. 15" W x 14" H by Wounaan weaver Argelida Donisabe. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Pictorial motifs on Wounaan Baskets are called natura due to the fact that they are inspired by their natural surroundings. In fact, these designs often include local flowers, trees, birds, iguanas and other flora and fauna native to the Darién rainforest. 7 "W x 7 "H by Wounaan weaver Cristina Negria. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldPanama wounaan baskets are characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 11 "W x 7 "H by Wounaan weaver Mardelis (Rubiela) Teucama. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Ghana Art baskets are unique vessels, stunning in their organic shape, their staggering size and natural pigment. Master basket weavers are Frafa people from the upper western region of Ghana. The weavers use durable, naturally dyed elephant grass. Choosing only hand-harvested and hand-split fibers, the artists add water to soften the grasses enough to sculpt them into their organic shapes. 22" W x 22" H, made by the Frafa Master Weavers of Ghana. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Woven in Rwanda by the womens cooperative Gahaya Links. These long lean baskets are made in 2 layers, the inside structure is supported by a weaving of bamboo, creating the height and structure. The outer wall is woven over with a bleached and dyed swamp grass, only available to harvest in the dry season. 12" W x 31" H, by a master Rwandan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Woven in Rwanda by the womens cooperative Gahaya Links. These long lean baskets are made in 2 layers, the inside structure is supported by a weaving of bamboo, creating the height and structure. The outer wall is woven over with a bleached and dyed swamp grass, only available to harvest in the dry season. 12" W x 46" H, by a Rwandan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Woven in Rwanda by the womens cooperative Gahaya Links. These long lean baskets are made in 2 layers, the inside structure is supported by a weaving of bamboo, creating the height and structure. The outer wall is woven over with a bleached and dyed swamp grass, only available to harvest in the dry season. Sold individually.
- Small, 11″ W x 46″ H
- Medium, 11″ W x 54″ H
- Tall, 11″ W x 58″ H
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SoldPictorial motifs on Wounaan Baskets are called natura due to the fact that they are inspired by their natural surroundings. In fact, these designs often include local flowers, trees, birds, iguanas and other flora and fauna native to the Darién rainforest. 10" W x 8" H, by the master weaver Plarisa Membache. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Ghana Art baskets are unique vessels, stunning in their organic shape, their staggering size and natural pigment. Master basket weavers are Frafa people from the upper western region of Ghana. The weavers use durable, naturally dyed elephant grass. Choosing only hand-harvested and hand-split fibers, the artists add water to soften the grasses enough to sculpt them into their organic shapes. 22" W x 22" H, made by the Frafa Master Weavers of Ghana. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features small thin black scratches over a warm ecru background. The black lines fill the middle to the base, leaving the top 1/2 with just the ecru background color. 12" W x 5" H, by a Colombian Wounaan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Wounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features a wooden base carved out of "Palo de Sangre," or "Blood Tree.", It's woven into an oval shape showing black and white fish hooks and a row of cultural designs at the top. 12" W x 6" H, by a Colombian Wounaan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Wounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features columns of triangles n their side, all buttoned up with tiny round black dots. This very contemporary piece has a long, narrow shape in a tall basket. 16" W x 18" H, by the Wounaan master weaver Alirio Tascon. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Wounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features a plaid design woven into this extra large statement piece. A striking black and white design that tapers in to a black lined top. 26" W x 19" H, by the Wounaan master weaver Alirio Tascon. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Wounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features a low wide shape with a tall neck. The basket is woven in a flames design with wide white flames growing out of a star at the base. 9" W x 5" H, by the Wounaan master weaver Serapio. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Wounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features two black zigzag decorations in the middle of an all white basket. A contemporary black and white rendition of a cultural design. 8" W x 5" H, by the Wounaan master weaver Serapio. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features copper and black flames topped in a fine row of copper. Flames grow from the black base up to the top copper opening. 7" W x 6" H, by the Wounaan master weaver Luisito Ismare. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Wounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features double thick coils with long straight stitches. The plate shape is accentuated with a black star lined in bright white and red. 15" W x 3" D, by the Wounaan master weaver Moya Arcenio. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWounaan basket from the tribal weavers of Colombia. This unique hand-woven basket features copper and black flames topped in a fine row of copper. Flames grow from the black base up to the top copper opening. 6" W x 8" H, by the Wounaan master weaver Luisito Ismare. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Ghana Art baskets are unique vessels, stunning in their organic shape, their staggering size and natural pigment. Master basket weavers are Frafa people from the upper western region of Ghana. The weavers use durable, naturally dyed elephant grass. Choosing only hand-harvested and hand-split fibers, the artists add water to soften the grasses enough to sculpt them into their organic shapes. 21" W x 19" H, made by the Frafa Master Weavers of Ghana. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Ghana Art baskets are unique vessels, stunning in their organic shape, their staggering size and natural pigment. Master basket weavers are Frafa people from the upper western region of Ghana. The weavers use durable, naturally dyed elephant grass. Choosing only hand-harvested and hand-split fibers, the artists add water to soften the grasses enough to sculpt them into their organic shapes. 22" W x 22" H, made by the Frafa Master Weavers of Ghana. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldSharp edged red and black feathers wrap around the sides of this basket. It is woven in a strong tapered shape with a very small stable base and a narrow opening at the top collar. 9" W x 6" H by Wounaan master weaver Yina Piraza. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Brightly colored open petal butterflies fill the sides of this pretty rounded piece. The wings each have unique decorations with spots, stripes, and multiple shades. Tall thin antennae stick out the top of each one. Completed at the top with a row of traditional keys in black. 9" W x 8" H by a Wounaan master weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan basketsare characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. 6" W x 5" H, made by weaver Donaida Chamapuro. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Brown bats with black wings show their details such as a hooked beak, tiny woven claws, and scalloped wings. Four bats encircle the smaller piece, with detailed wings open and reaching towards the top, which is completed with a tight black geometric design. 4" W x 5" H, made by a Panamanian Wounaan weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Tall carved guardian figures with a male and female form that act as protectors to the home. Carved out of single pieces of the prized cocobolo wood, these figures were created by celebrated carver Selerino Cheucarama. 5' high, created by skilled Wounaan carver Selerino Cheucarama. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Panama wounaan basketsare characterized by their extraordinarily fine stitches and ornate details. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. 16" W x 18" H, made by weaver Luviana Jinguimia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Masterful animal masks are created using thin shreds of Chunga palm fibers dyed into various colors, coiled over thick bundles of Naguala palm. Shredded palm fronds, dried in the sun, readily absorb the vegetal dyes created out of local resources. Roots, berries and river silt are just some of the items that are used to boil, bury, and simmer palm fronds in to take on vibrant colors. 7" W x 16" H, by Embera weaver Erenia Cabreara. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Masterful animal masks are created using thin shreds of Chunga palm fibers dyed into various colors, coiled over thick bundles of Naguala palm. Shredded palm fronds, dried in the sun, readily absorb the vegetal dyes created out of local resources. Roots, berries and river silt are just some of the items that are used to boil, bury, and simmer palm fronds in to take on vibrant colors. 26" W x 13" H, by Embera weaver Erenia Cabreara. Free US shipping on all orders.
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In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. The newest, softest green palm fronds are shredded by hand, extracting the internal fibers as thin as thread. After drying in the sun, these fibers are dyed in mixtures created using roots, berries and seed pods, all-naturally sourced vegetal colors. 4" W x 5" H, by Wounaan weaver Evidelia Mejia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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In Wounmeu, the language of the Wounaan, there is a special name for fine traditional coil-construction palm-fiber baskets: hösig di. Expert weavers stitch silk-fine strands of the black palm they call chunga or werregue, richly colored with vegetal dyes, over coils of naguala palm. The newest, softest green palm fronds are shredded by hand, extracting the internal fibers as thin as thread. After drying in the sun, these fibers are dyed in mixtures created using roots, berries and seed pods, all-naturally sourced vegetal colors. 5" W x 8" H, by Wounaan weaver Mitsuli Mejia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Rich red, cream and golden colored butterflies fly in-between brown leaves with contrasting white veins in this rib-stitched piece. The ribs are thick creating a wonderfully tactile look calling the viewer to reach out for the hand-sized work of woven art. 6'5" W x 4" H by a Wounaan master weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Frafa master basket weavers are from the upper western region of Ghana. The weavers use durable, naturally dyed elephant grass. Choosing only hand-harvested and hand-split fibers, the artists add water to soften the grasses enough to sculpt them into their organic shapes. 30" H x 21" W, made by the Frafa Master Weavers of Ghana. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWhite diamonds connected with a thin black stitch form rows around the sides of this larger black basket. The top is finished with a row of radiating triangles. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 16" W x 11" H, by a Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Thick angled black stitches form string lightening patterns over a white background. Finished with an open, round top. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 19" W x 12" H, by a Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldThin black scratches form columns on a white background. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 8" W x 8" H, by a Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Copper diamonds surrounded by white and black shapes form tall geometric columns ending a bit before the top neck. Finished at the top with a tall black neck. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 22" W x 24" H, by a Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldWhite diamonds surround the sides in patterns that become a geometric design. Finished on a black background with a tall black neck. This werregue basket is woven in the traditional thicker coils and has a pleasant heavy, weighted feel and a flat base. 13" W x 15" H, by a Wounaan Master Weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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A long anteater with perky short ears is licking a nest on a twisty vine. The animal has a long thin tongue wrapped over the next, with fantastic details such as curled claws, open carved eyes ad a smooth, softly curved back. Cocobolo is a tropical hardwood from Central America. Only the heartwood is used: this is typically orange or reddish-brown in color, often with darker irregular traces weaving through the wood. The sapwood (not often used) is a creamy yellow. This piece shows many of the natural elements of the carver, from possible notches on the the base, to the variations in the finish, and the natural colors of the wood. 22" L x 6" W x 8" H, a heavy solid piece weighing 9lbs, created over 30 years ago by Wounaan carver Louis Ortiz, who carved his name into the bottom of the piece. Free US shipping on all orders.
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A beautiful detailed swimming turtle, resting perfectly on his rounded belly. He has great details in his etched scales on the head and all flippers. His back had larger designs and a smooth curved shell that ends in a point. Cocobolo is a tropical hardwood from Central America. Only the heartwood is used: this is typically orange or reddish-brown in color, often with darker irregular traces weaving through the wood. The sapwood (not often used) is a creamy yellow. This piece shows many of the natural elements of the carver, from possible notches on the the base, to the variations in the finish, and the natural colors of the wood. 23" L x 12" W x 5" H, a heavy solid piece weighing 19lbs , created over 30 years ago by Wounaan carver Louis Ortiz, who carved his signature into the piece. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldA simple and graceful small bird head carving. The carving shows decorated nostrils and softly curved eyes. Cocobolo is a tropical hardwood from Central America. Only the heartwood is used: this is typically orange or reddish-brown in color, often with darker irregular traces weaving through the wood. The sapwood (not often used) is a creamy yellow. This piece shows many of the natural elements of the carver, from possible notches on the the base, to the variations in the finish, and the natural colors of the wood. 3" L x 2" W x 3" H, a heavy solid piece weighing 1lbs , created over 30 years ago by an unknown skilled Wounaan carver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldA graceful carved duck with simple, smooth lines on his back. His eyes have the tiniest of detail and his tail cones to a soft graceful point. 3" L x 4" W x 7" H, a solid piece weighing 2 lbs, created over 30 years ago by an unknown skilled Wounaan carver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldTriangles in black and white decorate the long thin beak of this bold toucan. A flash of green highlights his tuft of hair and lines his wide open eyes. 6" W x 12" D x 26" H, created by an Embera weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Sold15" W x 7" H by a Wounaan master weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Colorful butterflies full the sides of this open-top design. Big outstretched wings show off dots, stripes, and blocks of colors. Each is decorated with tall thin antennae and a long slim black body. Wavy palms in dark green grow from a twisty brown branch, creating a striking design. 15" W x 11" H by Wounaan weaver Cristina Negria. Free US shipping on all orders.
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SoldStylized green feather design by celebrated weaver Sara Ginguimia. She developed this sharp design inspired by chicken feathers, stylized into long angles and sharp edges. This larger basket has a beautiful heart shape, it rounds out smoothly in the middle and comes in sharply at the top. Completed at the top with a signature disc woven in the same color motif as the basket. 17" H x 21" W, by Wounaan weaver Sara Ginguimia, woven in 2006. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Black padded paws climb up the sides of this popular motif in a swirl from bottom to top. Each paw is decorated with thin little nails, padded round toes, and with perfect spacing in-between each set. 8" W x 9" H, months in construction by Wounaan weaver Luviana Jinguimia. Free US shipping on all orders.
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White stitches on a black background fill the face of this large dog mask. Curled back ears and a wide black snout are completed with a decorated forehead in a black stepped design on white. Emberá shamans (called jaibaná) use figures and visages to be used in their healing and cleansing ceremonies. 12" W x 17" H, created by Embera weaver Ana Laura. Free US shipping on all orders.
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A dizzying zigzag motif in black and white stitching in very large basket. At 2.5 feet wide and high the front of this grande basket tips forward on one side (as seen in the image), inviting the viewer in, or asking for it to hold a soft blanket. Thick stitches making up the geometric motif derived form traditional tattoos. apx 30" W x 30 " H, silk-stitch technique creating a soft, silky feel to the finished piece. Years in construction a Wounaan master weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.
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Colorful macaws in flight with wings wide open, evenly spaced in two rows around the sides of this larger basket. The base displays a bright open flower with petals growing up the sides of the piece in a dark red and 2 shades of tan. The base red flower and the outermost red petals are decorated in black to contrast the dark color. The top collar is finished with colorful cultural designs in the same tans, red and black as seen in the base. A stunning motif. 11.5" W x 8" H, constructed by a Wounaan master weaver. Free US shipping on all orders.