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Inkangara y-Inganogano Basket
Tribe Dynasty
Tutsi
Country Of Origin
Rwanda or Burundi
Region
Great Lakes of Central Africa
Date
Early 20th century
Size
34 cms (13½ ins)
Materials
Fiber
Technique
Woven in two layers
Condition
Excellent condition
This basket is a variant of the Inkangara y-inganogano basket that is made in the south. It is woven in two layers with the outer layer worked vertically with geometric patterns in a manner very similar to the large screens. The lid terminates in a piece of bamboo that is split into fine sections and forms the core of the lid around which fine fiber is woven, forming the lid. These baskets always rest on a basketry ring that is attached to the bottom with fiber. Used for storage of small items and as a prestige object.
Price
Price on request
Reference No
219


