Canoe Basket, Gambella IIlubabor, Ethiopia

The basket features a sophisticated design of vertical stripes in alternating tones of brown and black. These evenly spaced stripes stand out against the natural beige of the woven material, creating a harmonious yet striking contrast. Its elongated form with pointed ends adds an element of uniqueness to its appearance, blending both functionality for serving bread and elegance for decoration. Crafted from grass and palm leaves, it dates back to the late 20th century. The dimensions are L 57 cm x W 19 cm.