Vietnamese Bamboo Basketry

In a small village outside Hanoi, the rhythmic splitting of bamboo echoes through the courtyards. Lan and her family have mastered the art of weaving bamboo and rattan. The bamboo is harvested by hand, soaked in water, and smoked over a fire to prevent termites. Lan’s innovative weaving patterns have elevated these humble agricultural baskets into high-end home decor pieces sought after globally.