Makenge Winnowing Basket - Zambia (33.7) Playground With a tea light lit

With a tea light lit inside

mainly dark blue

A light and aromatically calming conditioner with an olive oil base

it suits all kinds of plants

A traditional Fang ngongtang helmet mask from Equatorial Guinea

Makenge Winnowing Basket - Zambia (33.7) Playground With a tea light litMakenge 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