Handmade in Indonesia, this durable basket exemplifies craftsmanship and utility. Artisans meticulously weave natural rattan into this attractive and functional shape and then apply a protective wax finish, safeguarding against moisture and ensuring longevity. Indonesia has a rich heritage of weaving rattan; an important cultural tradition was to weave rattan into Apais, these are decorative mats that were used to dress traditional long houses. Baskets were also woven with a specific purposes, such as washing, carrying, and storing food. We are careful to ensure the rattan used in the production of our products is cultivated sustainably. The cultivation of rattan in Indonesia has delayed deforestation in some areas, this is because it has become such a valuable material that logging has been stopped to allow rattan growth.