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.
Prompt shipping and expert packing
Thanks to our longstanding association with UPS FedEx DHL, and other top global carriers, we are able provide various shipping options. Our warehouse personnel are well trained and will pack the goods according to the exact and precise specifications. Your products will be subjected to a thorough examination and will be securely packaged before being sent out. Every day, we deliver to thousands of customers in different countries. Our dedication to becoming the largest online retailer in the world is shown by this. Warehouses and distribution centres can be located in Europe and the USA.
Note: Orders with multiple items will have a separate processing period for each item.
We will thoroughly inspect all products before they are shipped. The majority of orders will be delivered within 48 hours. Expected delivery times are between 3 and 7 days.
Returns
Due to multiple entities such as the factory and the warehouse, we're unable to completely manage our stock. The levels of stock can change at any moment. Please be aware it's possible your order may be unable to fill once you've placed your order.
Our policy lasts for thirty days. If you have passed 30 days by since your purchase and we are unable to offer you a refund or exchange.
Your item must be in its original packaging and be unused. The item should be in the original packaging.
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