Artisans

Crafted by artisans who are members of one extended family of the indigenous Bidayuh people on Borneo Island. Family members come together during the low agriculture season to weave a variety of baskets.

The identity of different dialects group within the Bidayuh people are further marked by differing basketry patterns, particularly on the characteristic Bidayuh reaping and harvesting baskets.

Your purchase supports the basketry cottage industry, which has been adversely affected by over development of the artisan’s traditional lands.