Makenge Winnowing Basket - Zambia (33.11) kitchen afternoon and evening

afternoon and evening

Eriocephalus punctulatus (Cape Camomile ) oil

Just by observing a man’s chair you can easily weave together a story about the owner and his position in the wider community

They were used as a form of currency and to provide status to the wearer

Makenge Winnowing Basket - Zambia (33.11) kitchen afternoon and eveningMakenge baskets are testament to the weaving skills of the Mbunda and Losi people of Zambia. They are original pieces that have been used to winnow grains. How they are made: The baskets are made from the Makenge tree which is a small tree and sends out very long shallow roots. The roots have fine hairs and they are dug from the ground by the men and thinned out to be used. Only the small roots are gathered, so the bush remains alive to produce more