Our hand woven African baskets are from Bolga in Northern Ghana. Traditionally used to carry goods, the Ghanaian Bolga baskets are famous for their durability and long lasting quality. Made from dried elephant grass, dyed using a combination of natural occurring dyes from the earth and fabric dyes to achieve the vibrant colours and patterns recognizable throughout African culture.
It’s Many Uses:
Storage baskets, market baskets, fruit baskets, toy baskets, shopping baskets, picnic baskets, beach baskets – the uses are endless!
Pictured here is a small sized African basket in natural with tan leather handles.
The classic Bolga basket.
Available Sizing:
We have 4 sizes available, see the full range of African Round Bolga Baskets here:
Our Bolga baskets come in 4 different sizes, small through to extra large. Below we have listed size guidance and it is important to note that each basket can vary in size due to the nature of how they are made. Many basket weavers go by sight when weaving different sizes and so consequently we get a range in sizing.
Basket Sizes:
Extra Small: 18 -21 cm in diameter, average 15 cm in height
Small: 22 – 29 cm in diameter, average 15 cm in height
Medium: 30 – 37cm in diameter, average 18-20 cm in height
Large: 38 – 43 cm in diameter, average 23 cm in height
Extra large: 44 cm + in diameter, average 30 cm in height
(height does not include the handle of the basket)
Please note that due to the handmade nature of these baskets, dimensions can vary and the above dimensions are an approximation only. If you require a basket with specific dimensions, please contact us and we can check our stock to find one to meet your needs.
These woven baskets may need to be reshaped after being in transit – see our care instructions for easy steps on how to do this.
Fast Shipping and Professional Packing
We offer a wide range of shipping options owing to our long-standing relationships with UPS, FedEx and DHL. Our warehouse personnel will pack all goods to our exacting specifications. Your goods will go through a thorough inspection and be securely secured prior to being shipped. Every day, we deliver to thousands of customers across many countries. This shows our commitment to become the biggest online retailer on earth. Warehouses and distribution centers can be found in Europe and the USA.
Orders that contain more than one item are assigned processing times in accordance with the item.
Prior to shipping, we check the item thoroughly before sending the items. The majority of orders will be delivered within 48 hours. Delivery time ranges between 3-7 days.
Returns
The inventory is always changing and we do not completely manage it because several parties are involved, including our warehouse and factory. The actual stock levels can fluctuate at any point. Please understand it may happen that your order is out of stock after the order has been placed.
Our policy is valid for 30 days. However, if the 30 days have elapsed after you bought your product, we are unable to provide a refund or exchange.
You can only return an item if it is unused and is in the same condition the day you received it. It must also be in its original packaging.
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