Sculptural Wicker Vessel - Circle of Structure & Breath – Enkito e Enkai (Step of Illumination).

Sculptural Wicker Vessel - Circle of Structure & Breath – Enkito e Enkai (Step of Illumination).

More than a vessel—this piece is a woven invocation of movement, clarity, and ceremonial presence.

Introducing the Enkito e Enkai Circle of Structure & Breath: a sculptural wicker form with a wide, bulbous base and narrow cylindrical top, crafted from natural rattan in vertical and diagonal patterns. Its open weave invites light and air, transforming containment into chant and fiber into storytelling. Surrounded by curved-back chairs and artisan baskets, it anchors the space in rhythm and ancestral geometry.

Artisan Connection:

Handwoven by cooperatives in Nyeri, Kenya, this vessel blends Kikuyu hosting geometry with Maasai ceremonial symbolism. The airy weave evokes breath and openness, while the structured form suggests grounding, offering, and sacred pause. Each piece is shaped with intention—offering illumination, rhythm, and cultural continuity.

Symbolism in Material & Form:

• Bulbous base: Containment, bloom, and ceremonial grounding.

• Cylindrical top: Elevation, breath, and visual chant.

• Diagonal weave: Movement, clarity, and ancestral rhythm.

• Surrounding chairs: Hosting, rest, and sacred pause.

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

Features & Benefits:

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

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

• Culturally rooted craftsmanship: Each piece tells a story.

• Sculptural presence: Display as centerpiece or ambient accent.

Product Details:

• Vessel Height: Approx. 70 cm.

• Base Diameter: Approx. 50 cm.

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

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

Illuminate with breath. Ground with rhythm. Support an artisan.

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