Raffia Compassed Black Plate Medium Tray

Raffia Compassed Black Plate Medium TrayThese handwoven plates make great wall decorations especially when grouped with others in different sizes, patterns and colours. They are given to celebrate major life events such as wedding and births, and therefore represent a symbol of wealth , family and life. Each pattern has its own meaning and each basket woven increases the hopes and the chances for a better life for the weavers, and allows the artisans to have a brighter future. These are

medium (13cm H x 14cm D)

Gold plated brass

referring to a French town in the south west suburbs of Paris called Jouy-en-Josas

It is traditional Zulu work and it is made from coils of telephone wire wrapped around a solid metal core

they are perfectly sized for serving snacks or small dishes

The colour is therefore from natural colour pigment

with fragrance oils designed in Denmark and produced in Grasse ( France)

with a subtle bitter green edge

blending authentic craftsmanship with practical elegance to enrich your dining experience with a touch of Egyptian heritage

Appreciate the slight variations in the colour

These decorative plates are hand-woven out of telephone wire by Zulu women in South Africa

They look elegant and fun