Black Woven Storage Basket with Lid - Handwoven Hamper

This basket is handwoven by Wolof women in rural Senegal, where the craft is passed from one generation to the next. Working from home, the artisans coil locally grown millet grass and work it with durable plastic strips - a technique that gives each basket its color, strength, and one-of-a-kind character.

Because every piece is shaped entirely by hand, no two are exactly alike. Each purchase supports fair, sustainable income for the women who keep this tradition alive.

• Natural millet grass
• Black recycled plastic strips, woven through for color and strength
• Handwoven using a traditional coiling technique
• Flat lid included

• Height: 18 inches
• Width: 14 inches (diameter)
• Wide opening for bulky items
• Includes a flat lid
• Handwoven; each basket varies slightly in size and tone
• Made in Senegal

• Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth or brush
• Keep away from excessive moisture to protect the natural fibers
• Store in a dry place when not in use
• Spot clean only; do not soak or machine wash

Q: Does it come with a lid?

A: Yes - it has a flat lid that sits on top to keep contents tidy and out of sight.

Q: What is it made of?

A: Natural millet grass handwoven with black plastic strips by Wolof artisans in Senegal. The black plastic is what gives it both its deep color and its durability.

Q: How big is it?

A: About 18 inches tall and 14 inches wide, with a wide opening - great for blankets, pillows, or bulky items.

Q: Is the black color dyed?

A: The color comes from the black plastic strips woven through the natural grass, not from a surface dye, so it stays rich over time.

Q: Will mine look exactly like the photo?

A: Each basket is handwoven, so the weave varies slightly from piece to piece, making yours unique.

Q: How do I care for it?

A: Dust with a soft cloth and keep it dry to preserve the natural fibers.