Striped Braided Raffia Small Lamp Shade

Perfectly sized small lampshade! Black stripes at the base add a sophisticated pop to this neutral lampshade. 7” W x 6.5” H  Includes a 1" opening for hanging Natural color with black stripes Naturally sourced braided raffia Cable and bulb not included Due to the handmade nature, some size and color variation may occur. Behind The Design: Rwanda has a long history of craft. Traditionally passed down through generations of women, weaving has long been a form of artistic expression with very practical application.   Raffia is a straw-like material found inside of a species of palm that grows abundantly across sub-Saharan Africa. The fiber is stripped from the palm leaf, dried in the sun, dyed (if desired), and woven. Because Raffia is soft, durable, and flexible it can be used in a variety of techniques from coil weaving to crochet. Impact The artisan sector is the second largest employer in the developing world. Yet the majority of artisans are women who lack access to export markets