Hlabisa Basket
| CCAC #: | 0156 |
| Artwork title: | Hlabisa Basket |
| Artist(s): |
Laurentia Dlamini |
| Year made: | 2003 |
| Artwork type: | Sculpture or object |
| Medium: | ilala palm |
| Dimensions (mm): | 595 x 460 x 210 |
| Artwork collections: |
Hlabisa Basketry |
| Source: | Bought by the artworks committee from the African Art Centre |
| Year acquired: | 2003 |
| Installation type: | Movable artwork |
| Current location: | On public display |
| Exhibitions: | |
| Signage: | The recognisable ukhamba shape is also identified by its lidded bowl and was primarily used for serving beer. Clay pots and baskets have historically been interchangeable in their functions to store and carry liquids or dry food. Today they are mostly made and used for aesthetic purposes. |
Photographer: Staff
Photo copyright: CCT
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NOTE: The process of photographing artworks in the CCAC is underway - we are currently working to improve image quality and display on the CMS but have included internal reference photos for identification purposes in the interim.
NOTE: The process of photographing artworks in the CCAC is underway - we are currently working to improve image quality and display on the CMS but have included internal reference photos for identification purposes in the interim.