Weaving tradition with the grace of innovation Desak Putu Rai creates this alluring basket inspired by those once used to make offerings to the gods. Putu Rai dyes the palm leaves known as lontar with clay to achieve a brown earthen color and contrasts the triangular patterns with black derived from teak tree. The hand-woven basket includes a lid and its name recalls the delicious tropical allure of mangosteen.

Price: $36.99

A hypnotic and organic pair of baskets by Desak Putu Rai the tricolor composition suggesting a kipas - the Balinese word for “fan.” The artisan works the lontar (palm leaf) in a harmonious combination of dexterity and creativity as the natural wonders surrounding her prove to be a never-ending source of inspiration. Teak leaf provides the black color while clay is used to achieve brown tones. Each basket can take up to seven days to finish - a... (Read More)

Price: $118.95

A geometrical fantasy adorns this basket its brown and black patterns carefully interwoven. Desak Putu Rai hand-weaves the palm leaves with admirable dexterity and she uses unique coloring techniques employing clay and teakwood among other organic sources. For the kitchen or room décor this basket will blend with the charm of Indonesian art. Desak Putu Rai works the leaves in a harmonious combination of dexterity and creativity. Bali's natural... (Read More)

Price: $37.99

Delicate diamonds in cream and black enhance the textured curves of this graceful brown basket. Using completely natural resources Desak Putu Rai weaves it by hand from Indonesian lontar (palm leaf). The colors are achieved with organic dyes – brown from clay and black from teak leaves.

Price: $32.95