Large bowl basket from Uganda, green 13 inch

Bidding Supports: FRIENDS OF RUWENZORI FOUNDATION (ORINDA, CA)

Item Number
156
Value:
40 USD
Online Close:
2020-06-21 22:00:00.0
Bid History:
4 Bids

Description

This bowl-shaped basket was handwoven with raffia and banana leaves, dyed with natural dyes, by one of a community of AIDS widows in the foothills of the Ruwenzori Mountains of Uganda. These HIV positive women are members of KIDA, a local outreach to families affected by HIV/AIDS. The proceeds from their sales allow these widows to pay school fees for their children.

Basket measures 13 inches in diameter and 2 inches high. Comes with a hanging loop. Very sturdy. Use it as a fruit basket or bread basket. It looks fabulous on a table or hung on the wall. Makes a nice gift.

Item Special Note

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