Handwoven decorative basket with orange and black geometric dash pattern by indigenous artisans
Close-up of tight palm fiber weave showing orange and black dash pattern craftsmanship detail
Handwoven decorative basket with orange and black geometric dash pattern by indigenous artisans
Orange black geometric woven basket displayed as table accent in modern living room
Handwoven decorative basket with orange and black geometric dash pattern by indigenous artisans
Close-up of tight palm fiber weave showing orange and black dash pattern craftsmanship detail
Handwoven decorative basket with orange and black geometric dash pattern by indigenous artisans
Orange black geometric woven basket displayed as table accent in modern living room

Orange Woven Decorative Basket

MAG-102

Handwoven in Colombia |★★★★★

Orange, Dashed in Black

Bright orange broken by quick black dashes. One of one.

The Story

Bright orange broken by quick black dashes, like a rhythm you can see. The Colombian Wounaan build color this confident from naturally dyed palm, and it is why their work stopped me the first time I saw it.

Naturally dyed werregue palm, woven in Colombia. One of a kind.

RFB buys directly from the weavers themselves and through their cooperative and tribal representatives, so each basket comes with its story intact. 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.

For years I had only heard of the Colombian Wounaan, until a colleague at an international art fair finally introduced us. Their work runs bold, in shapes and sizes I had never considered for a basket.

Details

Dimensions: 7″ W × 6″ H
Material: Palm fiber, natural dyes
Origin: Colombia
Construction: Handwoven coil technique
Edition: One of one · SKU MAG-102

Care & Shipping

Care: Dust with a soft dry cloth; keep away from direct sunlight and moisture
Shipping: Free within the continental US · ships in 1–3 business days
Returns: 14-day returns in original condition

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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

Dried pucham leaves tipped into a dye pot over an open fire

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.

Spiny achiote pods opened to show the red annatto seeds inside

Achiote

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

Cocobolo wood grain in deep red and brown

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.

Free shipping within the continental US. Contact us for shipping outside the US at jen@woven.art, and we will offer options.

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