Rattan Bench with Artisan Basket Ensemble - Circle of Structure & Spirit – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Offering).

Rattan Bench with Artisan Basket Ensemble - Circle of Structure & Spirit – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Offering).

More than a storefront—this ensemble is a woven invocation of grounding, rhythm, and ceremonial readiness.

Introducing the Enkito e Oltau Circle of Structure & Spirit: a handcrafted bench with rattan-front panels and a cushioned top, wrapped in protective care and framed by a vibrant array of woven baskets and fan-shaped accents. Tall cylindrical vessels with red and black striping rise behind it, while conical containers and intricate wicker forms pulse with artisan pride. This composition transforms seating into sanctuary and fiber into storytelling.

Artisan Connection:

Crafted by cooperatives in Nyeri, Kenya, the bench and woven pieces reflect Kikuyu hosting geometry and Maasai ceremonial symbolism. The striped baskets evoke movement and protection, while the fan-shaped accents suggest breath and festive gesture. Each item is shaped with intention—offering rest, rhythm, and cultural continuity.

Symbolism in Material & Form:

• Rattan bench: Grounding, hosting, and sacred pause.

• Striped baskets: Movement, strength, and visual chant.

• Fan-shaped accents: Breath, rhythm, and ceremonial gesture.

• Wicker containers: Containment, offering, and cultural layering.

• Natural fibers: Earth, resilience, and artisan pride.

Features & Benefits:

• Natural materials: Rattan, sisal, baobab fiber, raffia, cotton, wood.

• Functional styling: Ideal for boutique interiors, gifting rituals, or ceremonial hosting.

• Culturally rooted craftsmanship: Each piece tells a story.

• Layered composition: Texture, light, and visual rhythm.

Product Details:

• Bench Dimensions: Approx. 120 × 45 × 60 cm.

• Basket Heights: Approx. 60–80 cm.

• Fan Accent Width: Approx. 45 cm.

• Materials: Rattan, sisal, baobab fiber, raffia, cotton, wood.

• Care Instructions: Keep dry. Dust gently. Rotate seasonally.

Rest with rhythm. Offer with structure. Support an artisan.

Add the Circle of Structure & Spirit to your space and carry the essence of Kenyan craftsmanship into every breath and belonging.