Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9
Large Tutsi Prestige Basket
About the Item
The distinctive sculptural form of this large Tutsi fibre basket from Rwanda - woven with the same double-layer 'igihisi' structure used to create Tutsi wall screens - is an expression of the Tutsi aesthetic.
There is a beautiful sense of movement to the two-toned appearance of the basket, in which the darker and lighter fibre strands have been woven in opposite directions, creating an interlocking configuration of triangular patterns. The woven dark-coloured strands (some now faded) provide a striking contrast against the natural pale gold colour of the grass fibre.
The inclusion of a woven circular ring base bears testament to the basket’s status as a prestige item, where it would have been traditionally displayed in a Tutsi household as a symbol of wealth.
Estimated Period: Mid-20th Century (Or Before)
Ex Private Collection, UK
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Natural Fiber,Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Mid-20th Century (Or Before)
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8736237132682
About the Seller
No Reviews Yet
Vetted Seller
These experienced sellers undergo a comprehensive evaluation by our team of in-house experts.
1stDibs seller since 2023
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: London, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- Kuba Woman's Prestige Hat (Mpaan)Located in London, GBIn Kuba society, title holding is dominated by men; there are only two titles held by women. Headdresses were and are the most visible expression of o...Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsShell, Beads
- Important and Rare Igbo Prestige StoolLocated in London, GBThis large, rare Igbo title stool from Nigeria displays a wonderful sculptural form. The circular seat and base are connected by a series of beautifully curved supporting legs, whi...Category
20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsWood
- Early Twentieth-Century Prestige Elephant StoolLocated in London, GBThis impressive early twentieth-century stool, from the Ashanti culture in Ghana, depicts an elephant - an Ashanti symbol of power and strength. Finely carved from a heavy brown wood...Category
Early 20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsHardwood
- Fine Early Prestige Kuba Chieftain's Cap (Laket Mishiing)Located in London, GBTraditionally worn as a symbol of rank and title, this beautiful Kuba chieftain's cap (laket mishiing) is embellished with cowrie shells and rows of blue, white and black glass beads...Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsShell, Natural Fiber, Beads
- Early Twentieth-Century Small Prestige Stool With Wirework DecorationLocated in London, GBThis early twentieth-century prestige stool comes from the Kamba culture in Kenya. Consisting of a low-set, richly decorated circular seat supported by three finely carved legs, sto...Category
Early 20th Century Kenyan Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsBrass, Copper
- Large Mid-Twentieth Century Traditional Food BowlLocated in London, GBCarved from a hard, dense wood, this large traditional food bowl from the Lozi culture in Zambia displays a beautiful round form. A band of diamond-shaped designs, each decorated wi...Category
Mid-20th Century Zambian Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsWood
You May Also Like
- Tutsi Beaded Prestige BottlesLocated in Point Richmond, CAPrestige display bottles Tutsi People Rwanda and Burundi First half of 20th century European glass bottles, glass beads, cotton net stringing Height: tallest is 11.25 inches.Category
Early 20th Century Rwandan Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsCotton, Glass, Beads
- Antique Tutsi Baskets, RwandaLocated in Point Richmond, CAA Group of Tutsi Prestige Basketry Rwanda First half, 20th century Grass and other plant fibers, natural dye, coiling technique Measures: Height, left to right: 7 1/4”; 8”; 9 1/...Category
Early 20th Century Rwandan Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsNatural Fiber
- Antique Prestige Basket, TanzaniaLocated in Point Richmond, CAPrestige open top basket Sukuma People (?) Tanzania Circa 1900 Coiled and woven basketry, natural fibers and dye 8 x 6 1/2 inches (21 x 16.5 cm) Provenance: ex private collection U...Category
Antique Early 1900s Tanzanian Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsNatural Fiber
- Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, RwandaLocated in Point Richmond, CATutsi ceremonial dance shield. Rwanda-Burundi Second quarter, 20th century. Wood, natural pigment Provenance: Colonial period collection, Belgium...Category
Early 20th Century Rwandan Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsWood
- Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, RwandaLocated in Point Richmond, CATutsi Ceremonial dance shield. Rwanda-Burundi Second quarter, 20th century. Wood, natural pigment Measures: 20” long x 7 1/4” wide x 4” deep (50.5 x 18 x 10 cm). Provenance: Col...Category
Vintage 1940s Rwandan Tribal Tribal Art
MaterialsWood
- Kuba Beaded Laket Prestige CapBy KubaLocated in Chicago, ILThis petite cone-shaped cap, known as laket, was created by an artisan of the Kuba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, ...Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Mounted Objects
MaterialsShell, Fabric
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Boruca Mask
Phenolic Resin Necklaces
Terracotta Mali
Gunstock War Club
Zulu Hat
Zulu Necklace
Anklet Bangle
Antique Mapuche Poncho
Chain Stitch Machine Vintage
Charles Melikoff
Chokwe Chair
Copper Konga Legband From Early 20th Century
Dorothy May Strait
Fiji Tapa
Fulani Hat
Gope Board
Hand Carved African Animal Head On Stand
Kambatta Headrest