A Pair of Yanomami Gathering baskets, Amazon Brazil

A pair of Yanomami gathering baskets from the Amazon, Brazil. They feature symmetrical wavy black lines symbolizing the Amazon River, drawn with charcoal pigments. Made from moriche palm fiber, the baskets were used for food gathering, carrying goods, and rituals. Measuring 40 cm and 32 cm in diameter, they date to the mid-20th century. The larger basket shows slight wear but is overall in good condition A pair of Yanomami gathering baskets from the Amazon, Brazil. They feature symmetrical wavy black lines symbolizing the Amazon River, drawn with charcoal pigments. Made from moriche palm fiber, the baskets were used for food gathering, carrying goods, and rituals. Measuring 40 cm and 32 cm in diameter, they date to the mid-20th century. The larger basket shows slight wear but is overall in good condition.