Shallow Hardwire Bowl 47cm Pictorial | Busisiwe Mayise | WB0301

This large 47cm pictorial hardwire bowl by mastercrafter Busisiwe Mayise.

Dimensions

Approximate diameter: 47cm
Approximate depth: 8cm
Approximate weight: 1.42 kg

Artist

Busisiwe Mayise

Busisiwe loves her work so much, it’s everything to her, and her only source of income. She has managed to build a house with just making the baskets and is extremely proud of this achievement. She takes care of her grandkids with the income she gets from making the baskets.

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.