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Set of 5 nesting Tutsi baskets called "agaseki" or "ibeseke" - 20th

$411.89per set
£306.10per set
€350per setVAT Included
CA$579.58per set
A$584.33per set
CHF 332.72per set
MX$7,102.77per set
NOK 3,927.65per set
SEK 3,916.37per set
DKK 2,668.53per set

About the Item

Vintage 5 Graduated Finely Woven African Tutsi Cone Lidded Nesting Baskets ethnic furniture - wabi sabi decoration Measures : L: Ø 11cm H:23cm XS : Ø 4,5cm H:9,5cm Style: Early Art This is a set of nesting Tutsi baskets, also known as "agaseki" or "ibeseke". These baskets are iconic traditional crafts from Rwanda and Burundi, handmade by Tutsi aristocratic women from natural plant fibers such as sisal and sweetgrass.They are made using the spiral weaving technique known as "Uruhindu" or the double-weaving technique known as "Igihisi," renowned for its delicacy and refinement. The conical lid forms a handle, and the body is decorated with a distinctive zigzag pattern called "umurenzi." These baskets were traditionally used to present gifts and offerings, but today they are valued as wall decorations or catchalls.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Diameter: 4.34 in (11 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 5
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Natural Fiber
  • Place of Origin:
    Rwanda
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Linkebeek, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10003248166072

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