Market Basket – Figtree

woven market baskets

The classic market basket is the one you’ll reach for on the way out the door: upright, open at the top, with a single leather-trimmed handle that holds its shape

FAQs

What is a classic African market basket?
A classic African market basket is the upright, open-topped shopping style with a single sturdy handle, made for carrying by hand.
Like the rest of the range, it’s handwoven in Bolgatanga from elephant grass (veta vera). See the full African Bolga Baskets range for the other shapes.

How is the classic different from the long-handle and mini market baskets?
The classic is the standard everyday size with a hand-length handle, made for holding by hand or over the forearm.
The long-handle market basket has a body of similar size, with taller handle to carry above the shoulder, and the mini market is a smaller basket for lighter carrying or storage.
All three are woven the same way in Bolgatanga.