Decorative Woven Basket - Midnight Diamond | Colombian Handwoven

Name: Midnight Diamond Decorative Basket - Handwoven Colombian Art
Brand: RFB Woven Art
SKU: MAG-146
Price: 675.00 USD
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Handwoven Colombian Wounaan basket with indigo-black fibers and copper diamond motif

Side view showing dimensional coil weaving and sculptural form

Midnight Diamond basket displayed as accent piece in modern contemporary interior

isometric view showing dimensional coil weaving and sculptural form

Handwoven in Colombia |★★★★★

Where Geometry Meets Midnight Magic

This handwoven Colombian decorative basket features deep indigo-black fibers punctuated by a bold diamond motif in copper hues. Handcrafted by Indigenous Wounaan artists using traditional coil weaving techniques, the striking geometric design creates a sculptural presence ideal for wall display. Each motif reflects centuries of Colombian Indigenous weaving traditions, bringing both rhythm and dimensionality to contemporary interiors.

Artisan Craftsmanship

Wounaan artisans weave this decorative basket using chunga and werregue palm fibers harvested from the Chocó rainforest. Fibers are split, dyed with natural pigments, and wrapped around a palm core as the basket is built coil by coil. The precision required for the diamond pattern demands careful tension and placement, producing a smooth, durable, and sculptural vessel. The combination of indigo-black and copper highlights creates visual depth and emphasizes the geometric rhythm.

Collector-Grade Quality

Measuring approximately 7" W x 6" H, this woven basket is a statement piece for standalone display or as part of a curated wall collection. Each decorative basket is one of a kind, shaped by the artisan’s hand and the rhythm of the weaving process. Its bold diamond motif and refined craftsmanship make it a collectible work of art, ideal for modern, minimalist, or boho interiors.

Ethically Sourced

woven.art works directly with Wounaan artisan communities in Colombia, ensuring fair compensation that supports Indigenous families and preserves traditional weaving knowledge. Every purchase sustains centuries-old techniques while providing meaningful economic opportunities for Chocó rainforest communities. Each basket comes with documentation about the artisan and their cultural traditions.

Details:

Dimensions: 7" W x 6" H
Origin: Handwoven in Colombia by Wounaan artisans from the Chocó rainforest region
Materials: Chunga and werregue palm fiber with natural dyes
SKU: MAG-146

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Artisan Made Direct from Community

Trusted Since 2000 25+ Years

Handwoven in colombia by

Wounaan Master Weavers

No. of Artisans

50+ active artists across multiple communities

Origin

Chocó Region, Colombia

Fairly Made. Community Driven.

Each Colombian Wounaan basket is purchased directly from the artist at fair prices that support families, preserve tradition, and sustain local economies.

Along the river communities of Colombia’s Chocó rainforest, Wounaan weavers continue a centuries-old tradition of crafting extraordinary handwoven baskets. Natural palm fibers are wrapped in precise stitches to form bold geometric patterns that reflect the landscape and culture of the region.

Each piece is woven entirely by hand, creating distinctive Wounaan artisan baskets valued for their precision, heritage, and sculptural beauty.

The Making

Colombian Wounaan baskets are masterfully handwoven from shredded palm fronds, prepared into fine fibers and dyed with natural pigments from rainforest roots, berries, and leaves.

Each handmade Wounaan basket is both a work of art and a cultural heirloom, reflecting the rainforest and the heritage of Colombia’s indigenous weavers.

Dyes Sourced from Nature

Pucham

Trumpet-flower vine. Fresh leaves give green, dried leaves give red.

A weaver working ground turmeric into a basin of chunga fiber

Asafrán

Turmeric root, grated and pounded for a sun-bright yellow.

Achiote

Annatto seed, for the most saturated orange in the palette.

Cocobolo

Rosewood shavings boiled down to brown. Mud takes it to black.

The Story

Wounaan, or Werregue baskets from Colombia, carry the strength and spirit of the Chocó rainforest. Woven by Indigenous Wounaan artists, each basket reflects the rhythms of the forest and a long tradition of Colombian Indigenous basket weaving, where bold geometric patterns echo body painting, pottery, and the natural forms of plant and animal life.

These handwoven Colombian baskets are made using fibers from the werregue palm, a rainforest plant that allows artisans to create remarkably durable and sculptural forms. Each basket is coiled slowly by hand with thicker forms and longer stitches, giving Wounaan baskets their distinctive texture and weight.

The result is a one-of-a-kind woven basket, shaped by tradition, landscape, and the individual hand of the artist who made it.

FAQ's

Colombian Wounaan baskets are finely handwoven baskets created by Wounaan artisans living in the rainforest regions of western Colombia near the Pacific coast. The Wounaan people are internationally known for producing some of the most intricate baskets in the world.

Using a very tight coil weaving technique, artisans create detailed geometric patterns and animal designs directly within the weave. Each basket is made entirely by hand, making every piece one of a kind.

Traditional Wounaan baskets are woven from chunga palm fiber, a rainforest plant that is harvested and split into extremely fine strands. These fibers are dyed and then wrapped around a palm core as the basket is built coil by coil. Chunga palm is both strong and flexible, which allows artisans to create the remarkably fine and detailed weaving that Wounaan baskets are known for.

Collectors value Wounaan baskets because of their extraordinary craftsmanship and the time required to create them. A single basket can contain thousands of stitches and intricate patterns that are formed entirely by hand. Many collectors and interior designers display them as woven works of art, appreciating both the technical skill of the weaving and the cultural tradition behind the craft.

Depending on the size and complexity of the design, a basket can take several weeks or even months to complete. The artisan works slowly, forming the basket stitch by stitch. Detailed animal motifs and highly intricate patterns require even more time and precision, which is one reason these baskets are so valued by collectors.

Wounaan baskets require extraordinary time, skill, and patience to create. Each basket is woven by hand using very fine strands of chunga palm fiber gathered from the rainforest. The artisan builds the basket coil by coil, forming thousands of tiny stitches to create the pattern and shape.

Depending on the size and complexity of the design, a single basket can take weeks or even months to complete. Because of this remarkable craftsmanship and the fact that every basket is one of a kind, collectors often see Wounaan baskets as woven works of art rather than simple decorative baskets.

Each piece is handwoven over many months using natural fibers and plant-based dyes, reflecting the traditions of skilled artisans. To preserve the color and structure of your handwoven basket or woven art, display it away from direct sunlight or skylights, as prolonged UV exposure can fade natural dyes and weaken fibers over time.

In very dry climates, you may occasionally mist the inside lightly with distilled or non-chlorinated water, similar to caring for wicker or rattan. Gently blot away any excess with a paper towel to help maintain the fiber’s natural balance and long-term durability.

With proper care, artisan woven baskets made from natural materials can retain their beauty and strength for many years.

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Midnight Diamond Decorative Basket - Handwoven Colombian Art