Iringa Bath Basket

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This stunning bath basket is made from milulu grass, a reed-like swamp grass in East Africa. Its beautiful neutral design can be incorporated into just about any home design. Handm ade in Iringa, Tanzania - home of the Hehe people. Rural artisan women have been beautifully handcrafting intricate work for over 60 years. approximate size: 12" top diameter x 9" bottom diameter x 12-13" tall will have slight variations in design and size as this is a one-of-a-kind handmade product PLEASE NOTE: our baskets are shipped from our artisans packed down to save on shipping costs. Easily reshape your basket by spraying with water, press into shape by hand, then let dry. Meet the Artisans About Iringa: The city of Iringa is about 300 miles from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Home of the Hehe people, the town was initially built as a military base by the Germans in the 1890s as they sought to oppress the Hehe, led by the brave Chief Mkwawu. Today, Iringa is a thriving city populated by over 100,000 people. Show more