Niga Open Weave Basket

Origin : Indigenous community of Ismuina, Caquetá-Solano, Colombia Technique : basket weaving Materials : bejuco yaré (vine) and cumare Approximate dimensions : black - 13 1/2" d x 10" h                                                  natural - 13 1/4" d x 13 3/4" h                                                  rust - 15 1/4" d x 13 1/4" h                                          The Open Weave Niga baskets are woven in the same technique as the traditional Ismuina carry-on basket. We love the special touch of the cumare detail along the edge. We often find ourselves using them for magazines, as a laundry basket, to place towels by the pool or a beautiful paper bin! The Association Basket of Abundance Moniya Kirigai was created by 8-members of the Ismuina community. Led by Nancy Vargas, the association is dedicated to the fine art of basket weaving under the brand name Niga. Besides producing for the everyday work of the community, they also produce these baskets for wider commer