Lozi Basket
Zambia
Early 20th century
Mukenge tree root, rod coiling
6" long  x 4.5" wide  x 3" high   (15 x 11 x 8 cm)

For the Lozi people of northwestern Zambia basketmaking was their foremost outlet for artistic expression.
This basket has a very unusual secondary pattern on one side. In excellent condition

$900