Shallow Hardwire Bowl 34.5cm Pictorial | Siphokazi Mlambo | WB0396

This 34.5cm Zulu hardwire picture bowl depicts a Zulu homestead scene.

Designs are imagined by the crafters and brought to life on these beautiful hardwire story bowls.

Artist:

Siphokazi Mlambo

Dimensions

Approximate diameter: 34.5 cm
Approximate depth: 6.5 cm
Approximate weight: 0.82 kg

Materials & Impact

Crafted by hand using PVC-coated wire and a galvanised steel core, selected for durability and longevity.

This work continues the tradition of Zulu telephone wire weaving—an adaptive craft that historically made use of reclaimed materials. While modern wire is now used for quality and consistency, the spirit of resourcefulness and innovation remains central to the practice.

By purchasing this piece, you support sustainable livelihoods for artisans and help preserve an evolving Zulu cultural craft.