THE NKOLE RUSSET BOWL
Shop: Saucy MukosaNkole Russet Bowl – Handwoven Ntonzi Root Sculptural Decor Bowl
Nkole Russet Bowl handwoven from Ntonzi root with a warm russet tone and sculptural angular lip. A refined décor bowl rooted in Zambian craft.
Handwoven by women artisans in Western Zambia
Crafted from resilient Ntonzi root with tightly stitched coils
Warm russet tone with subtle rim accenting
Signature angular lip (Keka)—each piece uniquely shaped
Weighted, refined texture with sculptural presence
Functional décor and collectible art object
Sku: NKOLE-H&L-KIT-01028
The Nkole Russet Bowl is a quiet statement of form, texture, and individuality. Handwoven by skilled women artisans of Western Zambia, this bowl is defined by its warm russet tone and its distinctive angular lip—known locally as Keka, a mark that gives each piece its unique identity.
Made from resilient Ntonzi roots, every coil is stitched tightly and deliberately, creating a beautifully weighted form with an earthy, refined texture. Along the rim, rust-toned accenting adds subtle movement and depth, catching light and shadow in a way that feels both organic and architectural.
Designed for modern yet soulful interiors, the Nkole Russet Bowl transitions effortlessly between function and art. No two bowls are ever identical—each variation in curve, lip, and color carries the fingerprint of the artisan and the landscape that shaped it. This is contemporary African craftsmanship at its finest: warm, expressive, and deeply rooted in place.
Product Details
Material: Ntonzi root (hand-harvested natural fibre)
Technique: Traditional tight coiling, fully handwoven
Finish: Warm russet tones with rim accent
Origin: Western Zambia
Recommended Use
Displaying fruit or dried florals
Styling coffee tables, kitchen counters, or consoles
Layered wall compositions
Holding keys, jewelries, or everyday essentials
Collectible sculptural décor piece
- Weight 1.2 kg
- Dimensions 38 × 38 × 10 cm



