Description
This Rivers straw basket from Green Doum is handmade in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather, with short leather handles and a deep body.
Our deepest hand-carried basket at 22 cm, with short leather handles. It is built for bigger loads: groceries, picnic supplies or a beach day.
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What makes this Rivers straw basket special
At 22 cm deep, it is the deepest hand-carried basket in the collection, built for bigger loads. Short handles keep it close to the hand for carrying at your side.
Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather
Moroccan craftsmanship connects the past and the present, and this piece is a small example. It is made from doum palm and genuine leather, the kind of natural materials the Green Doum family has worked with since 1962. Learn more about our family business.
Doum palm is one of the traditional raw materials of Moroccan craftsmanship, alongside date palm leaves and rush. It weaves into a light, natural-looking fabric, and the leather adds strength where the piece is handled.
Weaving baskets from plant fibres is one of the oldest crafts in the world and is found in many cultures; for a general overview, see this page on basket weaving.
The leather is genuine leather: it softens and darkens naturally with use, so your piece gains character over time.
Sizes, colors and fit
The Rivers straw basket measures 43 × 22 × 36 cm (length × width × height). The generous depth gives you room for bulkier items.
Colors available: Brown, Camel and Natural. The straw stays natural while the leather sets the tone, from warm brown to light natural.
How to use your Rivers straw basket
The Rivers straw basket is made for shopping, picnics and errands. Carry it by hand or over the arm to the market, and fill it with fruit, bread or a bottle.
Use this piece as a market basket, a picnic basket or a simple storage basket at home. The natural palm and leather look good wherever you set it down.
How to care for it
Avoid soaking the palm weave of your Rivers straw basket. If it gets wet, shake off the water, shape it by hand and dry it flat in the shade. When you are not using it, stuff it lightly with paper and store it away from damp.
Rivers straw basket: frequently asked questions
What is the Rivers straw basket made of?
It is made from doum palm and genuine leather. Every piece is handmade in Morocco, so the texture of the palm is slightly different each time.
Which sizes and colors does the Rivers straw basket come in?
It measures 43 × 22 × 36 cm (length × width × height). Available colors: Brown, Camel and Natural.
Is every piece exactly the same?
No. Because each piece is handmade, dimensions and shades vary slightly from one item to the next, which is part of its charm.
Can I return it?
Yes. New, unused items in their original packaging can be returned under the withdrawal conditions described on our Delivery and Returns page.
Delivery, returns and related styles
We ship with DHL. Allow about 3 to 10 working days for Europe and 7 to 12 working days for the USA and Canada, counted from the order date. Customs fees and taxes are not included. Read the full delivery and returns conditions, or contact us with any question about your order.
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Product details
- Materials: Doum palm, genuine leather
- Dimensions (L × W × H): 43 × 22 × 36 cm
- Colors: Brown, Camel, Natural
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