Origin: Made In Bhutan
Material: Bamboo/Cane and Yula
Dimensions:
- Small: 14cm x 14cm x 9cm (approx).
- Medium: 14.5 x 14.5 x 9cm (approx.)
- Large: 15 x 15 x 9cm (approx.)
- Extra Large: 16 x 16 x 9cm (approx.)
- Extra Extra Large: 17 x 17 x 9cm (approx.)
Sustainability: Handmade with natural materials
This Handwoven Bamboo Container set, known as ‘Baekhu’ , is handcrafted and made in Bhutan by traditionally-skilled artisans. Indigenously produced in rural Bhutan, the diamond-patterned storage container is made of fine strips of Tula, a type of bamboo. It consists of two halves, one larger than the other, which can be squeezed together to close into a square container. Its veritable display of magical colours, beautiful symmetrical patterns and intricate designs are symbolic of the Bhutanese society.
The handwoven container is commonly used as a container for displaying religious offerings (or tshog) during religious ceremonies or more traditionally are used for storing yarn and wool by weavers. It can be used to store snacks, your sandwiches and various other items like your jewellery, paints and other knick-knacks. You can even use it as a decorative piece. With its intricate patterns and meticulous construction, this unique handmade bamboo container showcases the ingenuity of Bhutanese craftsmanship.
Your purchase will help support this craft and its artisan traditions, whilst providing sustainable income to the weavers.
Also sold as a set of 5 in different sizes.
