A gorgeous very large 23.5" wide Tonga 'Binga' basket with a beautiful striking pattern. Beautiful on a large harvest table, contemporary glass table or on the wall.
Measures 23.5" w x 5 1/4" h.
Functionally used for winnowing grain, they're also known as "grandmother baskets" due to the declining number of younger women making them. Weaving these baskets is a skill-intensive, time-consuming process involving collecting, drying, dyeing, and weaving the materials into symbolic patterns. These baskets serve multiple purposes, from carrying food to being decorative items, and are a significant income source for Tonga women who sell them at markets and to tourists. Symbolizing the cultural heritage of the Tonga people, these baskets are both beautiful and emblematic of their tradition.
