3D Sun Plate Palm Wall Sculpture, Large 33.5 inch

The Sun Plate Wall Sculpture from the Wokongora Collection (Wokongora means “beautiful” in the local language) is a high impact, three dimensional piece of art.  Bold and colorful, artisans in Malawi, Africa use weaving techniques to delicately craft each piece of art.  A true masterpiece that explodes off the wall.  The fact that this can take an artisan up to five days to make one piece underscores just how special this is.This beautifully woven piece was created by talented weavers from Malawi, Africa using age-old basketry techniques that have been a cornerstone of African communities since the beginning of time.  Baskets have long been used to transport water, food, and goods (typically atop the head).  The art is made from local mulaza palm leaves that are harvested, dried, threaded, and dyed.  The painstaking detail of each coil, sunburst, or stitch is evident in the intricate designs; one piece can take five days to complete.  It’s common in the villages to see groups of artisa