Baskets & Vessels
Natural fiber weaving is among mankind's most ancient traditions, still practiced at its highest levels by African artisans. kanju works in tandem with the finest natural materials and expert weavers from local communities, using traditional methods to create bespoke woven products made from sustainable materials. Refined designs and traditional skills create a harmonious marriage of form and function, and the beautiful organic materials add the perfect touch of soul to your home or hospitality project.
Binga Patterned Baskets
$45.00
This beautiful handmade Binga basket is a traditional product from Zimbabwe, where farmers use it for winnowing grain. Binga baskets are selected to go well together as a wall display but you can split them up, give them as gifts or use them the best way you wish. They are light and easy to hang, and they have neutral colors and beautiful geometric designs.
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Each piece is one-of-a-kind and possesses its own unique personality. Variations between items received and images shown can occur. To choose from our current inventory, images can be requested here..
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~ XSmall - 9-11"D
~ Small - 11.5-14"D
~ Medium - 19-21"D
~ Large - 20"-23"
~ XLarge - 22-24"D -
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Buhera Cane Basket
$100.00
– Sold OutOur Buhera baskets are a firm favorite and instant "wow factor". Found only in Zimbabwe, these baskets are highly sought...
Nesting Bowls
$160.00
Our Ashanti Baskets are hand felted using 100% Karakul wool. Put a glass jar/vase inside and fill with flowers, a plant or succulents. Also, perfect on its own as a decorative piece. The entire process of making our vessels is done by hand, from dying through to felting thus enhancing its organic appearance and tactile sense.
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Hand felted. The entire process of making our vessels is done by hand,
from dyeing through to felting thus enhancing its organic appearance
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~ Nested Set - 11"D x 3.5"H
~ Small - 5.5"D x 3"H
~ Medium - 8.5"D x 3.25"H -
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Ukhamba Bowl
$115.00
Our Ukhamba Bowls are hand felted using 100% Karakul wool. Perfect as an elegant little table top planter a glass jar/vase inside and fill with flowers, a plant or succulents -- the simple, organic patterns are complimentary and a number can be scattered around the home to lovely effect. They also make stylish storage for any number of needs, or as a tidy and elegant catch-all on an entry or coffee table. Also simply perfect on its own as a decorative piece. The entire process of making our vessels is done by hand, from dying through to felting thus enhancing its organic appearance and tactile sense.
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Hand felted. The entire process of making our vessels is done by hand,
from dyeing through to felting thus enhancing its organic appearance
and tactile sense -
9.5"D x 6"H
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Standard shipping is 4 - 8 days. View kanju Shipping Policy
Please review our terms and conditions for refund and exchange policy. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. For additional information, contact us.
Binga Nongo Baskets
$95.00
– Sold OutThese woven gourds, traditionally used for grain storage or water carrying, provide a delightful element of perfect inconsistency with their...
Wonky Matabele Basket
$145.00
These versatile baskets, completely organic in nature, provide the perfect hideaway for all your miscellaneous bits and bobs. These stunning, handwoven pieces are from Matabeleland in Zimbabwe.They show beautifully as single pieces, as clusters on the floor or a landing space, within shelved wall arrangements, or as hanging arrangements. Being lightweight, they are easily hung with just a bit of wire and picture frame hangers for a unique statement wall, perhaps along a stairway corridor or over an entry table. The options are truly endless... let your creativity shine!
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Available plain, banded, or food cover style. Available in a “nests of three” and with a new extra-large version. Baskets will darken slightly and become more firm with age.
Each piece is one-of-a-kind and possesses its own unique personality. Variations between items received and images shown can occur. To choose from our current inventory, images can be requested here.
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Food Cover- 13.5 - 14.5"D
Medium - 12-14"D
Large - 15.5-18"D
Extra Large - 22"D
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Standard shipping is 4 - 8 days. View kanju Shipping Policy
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Fringed Skirt Mohair Basket
$185.00
Made from luxurious mohair and wool fibers in natural cream (dye free), the Fringed Skirt Mohair Basket has beautiful, subtle texture and is a stunning addition to your living or entertaining space. Usable for storing pillows, blankets, or even children's toys, the long tassels add a polished, natural beauty that will complement any room.
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Hand felted. The entire process of making our vessels is done by hand,
from dyeing through to felting thus enhancing its organic appearance
and tactile sense -
~ Small - 9.8"D x 11.8"H
~ Large - 13.7"D x 14"H -
Standard shipping is 4 - 8 days. View kanju Shipping Policy
Please review our terms and conditions for refund and exchange policy. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. For additional information, contact us.
Tribal Lines Gourd
$225.00
Start a conversation with the stunning Tribal Lines Gourd. Each basket is hand felted using 100% Karakul wool. The entire process of making our vessels is done by hand, from dying through to felting thus enhancing its organic appearance and tactile sense.
Gourds are used in Africa, the Pacific, South East Asia, Asia and North and South America in a profusion of shapes, sizes and functions; such as containing water, milk, beer, or produce. These days, gourds such as these are more often used as stunning decorative pieces in home or entertainment spaces.
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Hand felted. The entire process of making our vessels is done by hand,
from dyeing through to felting thus enhancing its organic appearance
and tactile sense -
Small (Charcoal w/ Cream accents) - 11"D x 13"H
Large (Cream w/ Charcoal accents) - 13.7" D x 16.5" H -
Standard shipping is 4 - 8 days. View kanju Shipping Policy
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Batonga Isangwa Baskets
$55.00
– Sold OutHandcrafted by the Tonga people, the flat baskets called “Isangwa” supports local craftsmanship and preserves know-how that has been passed...
Felted Table Vase
$85.00
Our Ashanti Baskets are hand felted using 100% Karakul wool. Put a glass jar/vase inside and fill with flowers, a...
Ilala Cream Trays
$350.00
Big and Beautiful. These stunning Ilala Trays are handwoven from Ilala palm, a natural fibre that is harvested in Zimbabwe.They...
Fauna Lidded Lozi Bowl
$189.00 $210.00
The complex ecology and agriculture of East Caprivi in Zambia, home of the Lozi people, produced some of these remarkable...
Ilala Garlic Gourd Basket
$165.00
Create a conversation with our beautiful and unique Ilala Garlic Gourd Baskets, stunning, handwoven pieces from Matabeleland in Zimbabwe. “Perfectly Imperfect” and organic in shape, no two are the same, and this natural variation makes each setting unique and draws attention from everyone who sees them.
First shown at the Architectural Digest Show in New York in 2019, these unique decorative baskets have been in high demand since, and they show beautifully as single pieces, as clusters on the floor or a landing space, within shelved wall arrangements, or as hanging arrangements.
Being lightweight, they are easily hung with just a bit of wire and picture frame hangers for a unique statement wall, perhaps along a stairway corridor or over an entry table. The options are truly endless... let your creativity shine!
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Baskets will darken slightly and become more firm with age.
Each piece is one-of-a-kind and possesses its own unique personality. Variations between items received and images shown can occur. To choose from our current inventory, images can be requested here. -
~ XSmall - 11"-14"
~ Small - 14"-17"
~ Medium - 17"-20"
~ Large - 20"-23"
~ XLarge - 24"+
Sizes are measured based on the volumetric height of each piece from the base to the center of the opening. Some of these artisan pieces are therefore leaner, while others have a wider and more bulbous appearance. Please contact a sales representative for assistance if your space limitations demand a more specific L x W x H. -
Standard shipping is 4 - 8 days. View kanju Shipping Policy
Please review our terms and conditions for refund and exchange policy. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. For additional information, contact us.
Geometric Clover Bowl
$95.00
This geometric platter will look beautiful in traditional or modern interiors alike. These bowls are woven by a group of 12 women in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa who collect the grass locally to where they live and weave using a traditional coil and stitch method typical of Zulu basketry.
Also shown: geometric statement platters
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Each is one-of-a-kind and possesses its own unique personality. Variations between items received and images shown can occur. To choose our current inventory, images can be requested here.
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21.6" - 23.6"D
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Standard shipping is 4 - 8 days. View kanju Shipping Policy
Please review our terms and conditions for refund and exchange policy. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. For additional information, contact us.
Raffia Geometric Tablemat
$55.00
– Sold OutBeautiful and strong. Handwoven, this Tablemat is a piece of art containing a very intricate weaving from Sisal and local Sweet Grass. Each item is flat and can take up to several days to complete.
Though this item can be used for many uses, every Tablemat contains a sewn loop on the back which allows it to be hung on a wall for an ascetic purpose. It can be more ascetically pleasing to group multiple products together due to their varying design and color contrasts.
Style it in any room for a globally inspired feel. This beautiful wall plate is the perfect size as a stand alone piece or pair it with our large baskets and trays to create an eye-catching basket-wall.
Also shown: nelisiwe tray and crossweave tablemat
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Each is one-of-a-kind and possesses its own unique personality. Variations between items received and images shown can occur. To choose our current inventory, images can be requested here.
Since this item is made of natural fibers and grass, we do not recommend submerging in water, or washing with water. If the basket becomes dirty, consider wiping it, or executing dry cleaning methods. -
Small - 11"D
Medium - 14"D -
Standard shipping is 4 - 8 days. View kanju Shipping Policy
Please review our terms and conditions for refund and exchange policy. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. For additional information, contact us.