A stylish open ribbed basket perfect for tidying and displaying books, newspapers and magazines or for use as a large fruit or bread platter. This basket has been handcrafted in Swaziland by women artisans from Gone Rural. It is cleverly constructed from indigenous and renewable natural fibres. Gone Rural is a social enterprise founded in the 1970s, which works with over 750 artisans in 13 groups across Swaziland – from young women to gogos (grandmothers) and often with three generations of women from one family. Gone Rural provides its artisans with self-employed, home-based work, empowering them with a sustainable income, which allows them to fulfill their traditional duties and look after their families. Purchases help support Gone Rural Bomake (meaning women) a not for profit organization which provides health, education, and empowerment programmes in Swaziland. Also available in natural. Material: Lutindzi and Lucazi grass Dia: 50cm Price: £112.00