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Chengbon




Chengbon are beautiful baskets made by the tribes of Manipur for domestic purposes. These baskets are in great demand outside Manipur. This is an unusual type of basket, with a dome shaped lid made of bamboo. These square-shaped baskets which rest on four prominent legs, have checks and squares in black and white painted on them.



Updated on 7th June, 2005

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