Modern basket (1)

Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy
Kigali, Rwanda

A home goods storage basket got a modern upgrade made of papyrus fibers,rope. The motif is Mpuga and is made of papyrus fibers coloured in red and blue.The technique is Igihisi. Nowdays, it is used in ceremonies to carry precious gifts.

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Title: Modern basket (1)
Location Created: Rwanda
Type: Wickerwork
Rights: Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy
Medium: Papyrus fibers,rope

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