Shallow Hardwire Bowl 31cm Pictorial | Prudence Bukosini | WB0412

This 31cm shallow orange hardwire bowl features a Zulu homestead scene.

Dimensions

Approximate diameter: 31cm
Approximate depth: 5cm
Approximate weight: 0.66 kg

Artist

Prudence Bukosini

Prudence first visited Woza Moya in November 2024. She was new to making hardwire bowls at the time and was being coached by Hilda Mgaga who has been forced to stop working due to her health. Prudence, in turn, is passing on her skills to her daughter.

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.