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Handwoven works of Art, made by artisans of South Africa, with recycled telephone wire.
Shown is the large African Spirit Platter.
In the heart of KwaZuluNatal, the Zulu people of South Africa weave colorful and vibrant telephone wire baskets. These skilled weavers live in an area surrounding a small farm in Elandskraal and have perfected the art of telephone wire basketry. Traditionally, Zulus have woven for centuries with grass materials, but in more recent years have moved on to new and exciting mediums, including plastic bags, and of course telephone wire. The proceeds from each telephone wire basket purchased through Gifts of Life go to the weaver and his/her family, and to improve working conditions and further job creation in the region.
Large baskets are about 16" around and the medium baskets are about 12".
Handwoven works of Art, made by artisans of South Africa, with recycled telephone wire.