tribal artefacts
Carrying Basket , arunachal pradesh
The Carrying Basket is the traditional basket used by the Nyishi tribe of Upper Subansiri District in Arunachal Pradesh. Strong and durable, with its bamboo material, this basket can carry paddy and vegetables and other items while attesting to the tribes' skills in basket making and sustainable use of natural resources.
This is one of the Native tribes in Arunachal Pradesh-the Nyishi, and they have a reputation for creativity and energetic agricultural traditions. Almost all their working tools and crafts are made of natural materials, thus fostering an inherent relationship with nature.
Able to withstand the rigors of carrying loads, the basket is designed for strength and flexibility and is, by far, the most abundant species in its range. Its manufacture begins from the weaving processes that are very intricate and passed down through generations to ensure that the basket is strongly woven and practical.
The Carrying Basket is a basic implement of the Nyishi tribe used to lug paddy, vegetables, and sundries for their daily needs. It is light and roomy, which suits the carrying of harvested crops and supplies during treks over mountainous distances in the region.
For the Nyshi tribal population, the Carrying Basket is traditionally known to be an ancestral art practice and an expression of ties to nature. The use of bamboo is indicative of their sustainable living practices, while the basket itself symbolizes their subsistence and respect for natural resources.
