Pom-Pom Hanging Basket of Joy- Small [Siwa Oasis]

€130,00

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This awesome basket would of been made as part of a women's dowry. These are a new design twist on the traditional wedding baskets unique to Siwa Oasis. Designed to store sweets or dried dates inside, you can do whatever you want. You can hang it. It can sit on a shelf. You can use it as a bag. Awesome, practical and happiness galore!

THE DETAILS

Totally unique, 1 of a kind, handmade item.
Handcrafted by the women of Siwa Oasis.
Vintage item in nice vintage condition (most wear is on the handle).
Baskets are handmade so not symmetrical which adds to their charm.
Material- Woven palm leaves with acrylic wool pom-poms & tassels.
Height- 26cm (10.5 inch's)
Circumference- 59cm (23 inch's)
Length of handle- 26cm (10.5 inch's)
Weight- 0.7kgs (1.5lbs)

THE STORY
The inhabitants of Siwa Oasis have been growing date palms for over 3,000 years. Siwan dates are of exceptional quality and taste which has been praised since Pharaonic times. It also explains why the oasis's ancient Egyptian name was Sekht-am, meaning “palm land.”
Nothing from the palms goes to waste. Fronds are used for brooms, beds, boxes, and other types of furniture, while the trunk itself is used in roofing and structural supports for houses.

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Pom-Pom Hanging Basket of Joy- Small [Siwa Oasis]

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