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Large decorative basket with vertical striped pattern handwoven by Wounaan artisans from Panama palm fiber
Side view of handmade basket showing three-dimensional vessel form and cascading vertical current design
Woven basket accent decor displayed in modern contemporary interior setting
Side view of handmade basket showing three-dimensional vessel form and cascading vertical current design
top view of handmade basket showing three-dimensional vessel form and cascading vertical current design

Vertical Current Vessel - Wounaan Palm Fiber Basket

MAG-156

Handwoven in Colombia |★★★★★

Rivers of the Rainforest Captured in Palm

This striking large decorative basket reflects the strength and spirit of the Chocó rainforest, where Indigenous Wounaan artists have woven palm fibers into functional art for generations. The flowing linear patterns across the surface evoke the rhythms of the forest and waterways that shape daily life in the region. Each design draws from a visual language found across Colombian Indigenous culture, where geometric motifs echo body painting, pottery, and the organic forms of plants and animals.

Woven by Indigenous Wounaan artisans in Colombia, this large decorative basket is created using fibers from the werregue palm—a rainforest plant known for producing durable, sculptural basket forms. The fibers are carefully harvested, prepared, and coiled slowly by hand using thicker strands and longer stitches that give Wounaan baskets their distinctive texture and weight. The weaving process requires patience and precision, with each line built gradually to maintain the structure and rhythm of the pattern.

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.

Details

Dimensions: 16″ W × 7″ H
Material: Werregue palm fiber with natural plant dyes
Origin: Colombia, Chocó region
Construction: Hand-coiled
Edition: One of one · SKU MAG-156

Woven by Wounaan artisans in Colombia’s Chocó rainforest — a tradition passed through generations in one of the most biodiverse regions on earth.

Learn about Colombian Werregue weaving →

$2,350.00
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  • Approx. 16″ diameter × 7″ H (40 × 17 cm)
  • One-of-a-kind artisan basket
  • Handwoven in the Colombian rainforest
  • 1000's of stitches over months & years
Free Returns 14 Days
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

Saffron

Golden pigment from delicate threads

Trumpet Vine

Wild blossoms turned natural dye

Liana Vine

Gathered from the rainforest canopy.

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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