Woven Fiber & Wood Basket Bowl

Large handcrafted vessel combining a deep, rounded carved wooden bowl with an elaborate stepped woven-fiber upper section. The tightly woven structure features contrasting natural tan and dark brown fibers arranged in a repeating pattern, with multiple concentric raised tiers creating a distinctive architectural profile. Braided fiber carrying straps are attached at the sides. The substantial hand-carved wooden base retains visible tool and grain patterns, surface wear, and a dark aged finish. Likely an African ethnographic or tribal-style utilitarian basket or storage vessel, though the specific culture and country of origin cannot be confidently identified from the photographs alone.

Materials: Carved wood, natural plant fiber / rattan or similar basketry material

Dimensions: Approximately 18" diameter x 12" high

Age: Likely mid-to-late 20th century

Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related surface wear, scratches, scuffs, discoloration, and patina to the wooden bowl. Some wear, loose or projecting fibers, and minor irregularities are present in the woven elements and carrying straps. A visible vertical line on the wooden body may be a natural split or age-related crack and should be noted. Overall structurally substantial based on the photographs.

Brand/Maker: Unknown / Handcrafted

Artist Signed: No visible signature

Country of Manufacture: Africa, exact country or region unknown

Use / Type: Basket / Storage Vessel / Carrying Basket / Decorative Bowl

Style: African Ethnographic / Tribal / Rustic / Folk Art

Production Technique: Hand-carved wooden bowl with handwoven natural-fiber basketry and braided carrying straps

Color: Dark brown, black-brown, tan, and natural straw

Theme: African Art / Ethnographic / Tribal / Traditional Craft / Global Decor