These three, finely woven Tutsi prestige baskets ('Igiseke') each feature characteristically-Tutsi cone-shaped lids and woven zig-zag decorations.
Prestige baskets such as these were only displayed in the traditional dwelling as symbols of status, wealth and social importance.
(Left to Right)
- Ex Private Collection, Belgium (£620) - Height: 22.5cm
- Ex Clive Loveless, London (£640) - Height: 33cm
- Ex Private Collection, Belgium (£580) - Height: 19cm
Estimated Period: 1930's - 1940's
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