Wolof women in Senegal weave this purple and lavender storage container by binding cattail stalks with colorful strips of plastic purchased as salvaged end cuts at a mat factory in Dakar. The result is a useful piece of handcrafted decorative art that brings together natural materials, traditional weaving methods and modern recycled materials in a fun and whimsical way. Dimensions: 11"L x 11"W x 5"H Crafted from: Typha (cattails), plastic strips Made in: Senegal
