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“Karen Hill Tribe” |
| This wonderful basket was made by the beautiful Karen Hill Tribe lady pictured above (deceased). This basket was well used and has a light smokey smell. The smokey smell is not from cigarettes but from the cooking fire that has not completely gone out, ever ! I am sorry to say the newer baskets by younger Kar are not made from 100% natural materials so not nearly as desirable. With the passing of village elders, these amazing baskets will disappear.
11″ tall ( the lady is holding this basket in 1999; she is also the maker.) In Karen Villages, both men and women may still be seen splitting bamboo into thin pliable strips that can be woven into intricate patterns. The most commonly woven objects are steamers and containers for sticky rice, mats and traps for catching fish in the paddy. However, the skill demonstrated in this older piece is hard to match these days, and youngsters are seldom interested in the traditional skills. |
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| Rare and beautiful accent for any home or office |
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Shipping is immediate upon payment. |
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