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Large Antique Ethiopian Harari Woven Grass Basket Leather Trim Cowrie Shell 28”

$ 155.7

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Condition: This is a preowned item. Read full description before purchasing...
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Culture: African
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Ethiopia

    Description

    Large Antique Ethiopian Harari Woven Grass Basket Leather Trim Cowrie Shell 28”
    Very large early antique Ethiopian Harari Basket, an original high art form from the African city of Harar in eastern Ethiopia. This Harari basket is huge at 28" diameter, a shallow bowl form with footed base.
    Coil built of reeds and woven natural dyed grasses as the design. Vivid decorative geometric pattern in red, black, and sienna.
    Leather bound foot and rim with space for four straps decorated with three applied cowrie shells each. Three of the leather handles are missing. All of the cowrie shells are still in place.
    Shows some wear in leather trimmed areas. No holes or tears in the basket.
    Basket measures 28" diameter and 8" high. Weighs 3 lbs 14 oz without packaging. Item is shipped according to size, type and fragility, as well as including extra insurance.
    Local pick up available near 34997.
    Item is as is and as shown. Please view photos for condition and value before purchasing.
    Any questions please email BEFORE purchasing.
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