Mongu, Zambia

Lozi Makenge Root Baskets

The Lozi people of Mongu, Zambia, create baskets from mowa root, a sustainable forest product.

Lozi makenge basketry — Brooklyn Museum 43.201.295a-b Coiled Circular Basket and Cover

The technique

Roots are dried and hand-woven into open-weave baskets and trays.

In the collection

No pieces available right now

New work from this craft is documented and added as makers complete it.