Makenge Basket #187 Pink The Makenge tree grows only

The Makenge tree grows only a few yards high and sends out long shallow root

Vintage carved wooden milk container with woven natural fiber strap from the Turkana tribe in Kenya

The folds are held in place by clamping

Diameter  22'" x 5

Woven of sisal

Makenge Basket #187 Pink The Makenge tree grows onlyThe Makenge tree grows only a few yards high and sends out long shallow root. These fine root hairs are dug out by the men of the tribe and are skinned to remove the thin covering. The roots are carefully harvested to ensure the health of the indigenous tree ensuring that basket making materials will be available for generations to come. The roots are boiled and sometimes dyed with natural pigments. When they are dry, the women weave the baskets. The