Journal

MAKENGE BASKETS AND its UNIQUE HISTORY

Makenge are scraggly plants that may be found near bodies of water throughout the Mongu region. They have long, shallow roots that the weavers can easily dig up from the sandy...

History of African Mud Cloth

The process of making mud cloth involves laying the wet strips of plant fibers or fabric over the top of smooth rocks that have been heated until they're nearly too hot to...

Malawi Basketry: Tradition and Innovation

Traditional and innovative, the malawi style of basket weaving is a dynamic and growing trade that has grown to be one of the most recognizable symbols of Malawi. With roots deep in...

HISTORY BEHING THE MAKENGE BASKET

In Zambia, new brides are given a hand-woven basket made from the roots of the Makenge bush known to the rest of the world as "Makenge Basket". This is part of...

Guide to Buying an Antique African Mask

When trying to determine which antique African mask to purchase, there is a lot you should consider and research before making the purchase. Many masks may seem like good deals, but they...

CURIOSITY BEHIND NAMJI DOLLS

Namji Dolls are made from African Rosewood, a tree native to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea. A single block of African Rosewood is hand carved into...