Rectangular Woven Boxes – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Offering).

Rectangular Woven Boxes – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Offering).

More than storage—this ensemble is a woven invocation of order, rhythm, and ancestral grace.

Introducing the Enkito e Oltau Circle of Keep & Craft: two rectangular woven boxes made from natural fibers, one propped open to reveal its intricate interior weave. Resting on a wooden surface and surrounded by cylindrical containers, carved vessels, and artisan bags, this display transforms containment into ceremony and fiber into chant.

Artisan Connection:

Handwoven by cooperatives in Nyeri, Kenya, these boxes blend Kikuyu hosting geometry with Maasai ceremonial symbolism. The rectangular form evokes clarity and offering, while the tight weave suggests protection, rhythm, and sacred layering. Each piece is shaped with intention—offering keep, craft, and cultural continuity.

Symbolism in Material & Form:

• Rectangular shape: Order, clarity, and ceremonial pause.

• Woven lid: Protection, breath, and ancestral rhythm.

• Surrounding carved vessels: Storytelling, grounding, and sacred mapping.

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

Features & Benefits:

• Natural materials: Sisal, baobab fiber, raffia, cotton.

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

• Culturally rooted craftsmanship: Each piece tells a story.

• Layered composition: Display together or use individually for daily rituals.

Product Details:

• Box Size: Approx. 30 × 20 × 15 cm.

• Materials: Sisal, baobab fiber, raffia, cotton.

• Care Instructions: Keep dry. Dust gently. Avoid direct sunlight.

Keep with care. Weave with rhythm. Support an artisan.

Add the Circle of Keep & Craft to your space and carry the spirit of Kenyan craftsmanship into every breath and belonging.