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Rwandan Hand-Woven Sisal and Sweet Grass Broomstick
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Intricately woven. Craftswomen in Rwanda use timeless tradition to weave carefully dyed sisal fibers and sweet grass to make stunning one-of-a-kind pieces rich in cultural meaning and purpose.
Featured Weaver: Seraphine
‘I have 7 children. Now that I have income, I am able to take out a loan to build a new house for my family. Weaving provides me with equality in my marriage, which is uncommon in rural Rwanda. I share everything with my husband, making all decisions together.’
| Type | Broomstick |
| Materials | Sweetgrass, Sisal |
| Period | Late 20th/ Early 21st Century |
| Origin | Rwanda |
| Additional Information | Ceremonial hearth brooms like this are given to the newly married couple for good luck. |
Condition
- shed, wood splinters and mild loss.
Dimensions
4.0" W x 36.5" H x 3.0" D
- Please note: If the winning bidder selects the warehouse transfer option, the item will be available for pickup at the selected warehouse three business days after payment has been finalized.
Item #
ITMGR22513
