African Fabric Wax Batik #2011 white Traditionally the lidded baskets are

Traditionally the lidded baskets are used to store liquids (usually millet beer) and the bowl shaped baskets are used to gather and carry grain

This cloth is a "half-half" piece with one half being the pattern on the left

winnowing and holding water

While it is difficult to determine the exact age of these pieces

and smoothly ironed

African Fabric Wax Batik #2011 white Traditionally the lidded baskets are100% cotton. Preshrunk, colorfast. Hand stamped batik created by applying wax with a carved stamp to a solid color base cloth. The wax forms a resist and the cloth is then over dyed. This process may be done multiple times, resulting in the cloth having many colors and design motifs. Each piece is a unique creation. $22 per yard. Please order in 1 2 yard increments. You will be sent a continuous piece for the quantity ordered. 1 2 Yard = QTY 1 1