Shallow Hardwire Bowl 51.5cm Pictorial | Busisiwe Mayise | WB0002

This large 51.5cm hardwire bowl by master-crafter Busisiwe Mayise features a homestead them with Zulu huts, animals, people and trees.

Dimensions

Approximate diameter: 51.5cm
Approximate depth: 8cm
Approximate weight: 1.8 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.