Tonga Baskets | Handwoven Wall Art & Display Trays
The designer's perennial favourite, these gorgeous Tonga Baskets are multifunctional handwoven beauties that can be used for wall art, display or for table setting and decor. Great for texture and colour to bring blank shelves, empty walls and bare tables back to life!
The basket you select is exactly the one you will receive, allowing you to personalize your home with your preferred design.
Crafted by the skilled Chulu family of the Luangwa Artisan Collective in Zambia, these baskets feature a distinctive square-bottom design that serves as their structural base.
Woven from ilala palm, each basket measures approximately 35 cm in diameter and requires about three days to complete. The naturally cream-colored fibrous leaves are carefully dried, then stripped and sliced to produce either fine or thick fibers, tailored to the specific style of each piece. This sustainable material is abundant, non-invasive, and integral to the basket’s durability and aesthetic.
If Your Item Is A Pre-order:
If your selection is a pre-order, place your order now for delivery on our next container due November 2025 ⚓️
Otherwise, your order is in stock in our warehouse or sailing the seven seas right now!
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Caring For Your Items:
Our beautiful pieces are made from natural fibres, so it's important to care for them correctly. Natural varnish can add a layer of protection. Read more about how to care for and rejuvenate your woven cane furniture here.
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Product imperfections and variations can occur, and in fact are a celebrated feature of our handcrafted pieces. For more information, read "Perfectly Imperfect & Unique - Hallmarks of Authentic Handcrafted Furniture".
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