About Bashiri

What began as a musical pilgrimage to West Africa in 1997, has led to Bashiri being Australia’s only dedicated West African showroom.

Our vision is to increase exposure for African artists in the burgeoning global market. Masks, Paintings, Artefacts, Textiles and Jewellery – every piece is hand crafted, original and tells a story about the everyday and the extraordinary. Which teaches us about the history and culture of the region.

We hope Bashiri’s presence will strengthen the appreciation and preservation of West Africa’s amazing culture.

Trade Principles

We believe in supporting and respecting the artists we buy from, doing business at local and fair market prices. We get to know each artist and supplier personally, establishing rapport and learning about the pieces they create before purchasing.

Our Bolga Baskets are personally purchased by our Director Simon in the satellite villages of Bolgatanga in northern Ghana.

We have been working with the same weavers since 1997 and have established a successful ongoing partnership that employs over 30 locals and their families.

To learn more, click here.  Or meet some of our weavers here and here.