Wall basket UTARA - Hanging storage basket made of raffia

Raffia (Corypha utan) occurs naturally in the steppe and forest areas of Southeast Asia. The plant renews its leaves about every two years and sheds the old ones, which are then collected by people, dried in the sun for a few days to weeks, depending on the desired degree of browning, and processed into woven goods. The relative rarity and the higher processing effort make this material slightly more expensive compared to other plant fibers. While it is hardly known here in Europe, the material has proven itself among the local population in Southeast Asia in the form of all sorts of everyday objects and is very popular due to its pleasantly soft, yet robust texture.

Place of production: This basket was handmade in Java, Indonesia .

When selecting local producers, SOEJI attaches great importance to fair pay and good working conditions. Only adult and experienced artisans work in the companies from which they purchase their goods. No harmful chemicals are used during production. Since all work steps are carried out by hand, the production process hardly produces any greenhouse gas emissions. SOEJI ensures all of this through regular on-site visits and ongoing personal contact with the companies.