Tray rectangular braided from water hyacinth Large serving tray Beige decorative tray BESAKIH (3 sizes)

•30x20 (S), 36x26 (M) or   41x31 cm (L) in size • Made from stable and sustainable water hyacinth with a metal frame • perfect for the dining table or as a decorative element • lovingly packaged plastic-free • 100% handmade and fair trade Besakih is a practical rectangular tray made from water hyacinth and is available in three sizes.   Thanks to the stable structure with a metal frame and the minimalist design, it is the perfect helper if you want to make your loved ones happy with a few snacks or drinks.    With its compact dimensions, it is also ideal for elegantly storing preserving jars or spices.   When you're not using Besakih, it looks great as a table or shelf decoration, even when empty. -------------------------------------------------- ------------------- Mass weight: Length x width x height (without handles) S: 30x20x6cm; 0.41kg M: 36x26x7cm; 0.60kg L: 41x31x8cm; 0.76kg Our products are artfully crafted unique pieces.   Due to hand manufacturing and natural variations in materials, they may vary slightly in size, color and shape. -------------------------------------------------- ------------------- Main material: water hyacinth Our trays are made from plant fibers.   They therefore smell and feel wonderfully natural.    Water hyacinth is a tropical aquatic plant that grows on rivers and lakes.   It actually comes from South America, but was also introduced into Southeast Asia.   There it is considered a weed because it reproduces incredibly quickly and can cover entire bodies of water with a carpet of leaves.   The resulting lack of light and oxygen causes all life underwater to die, which is why the plants must be removed regularly.   To prepare the plants for further processing, the leaves are cut off and the thick stems are dried in the sun for three to seven days.   The result is an abundant, sustainable raw material for many woven goods here at Soeji!    Other materials: metal frame -------------------------------------------------- ------------------- Place of production: This tray is handmade in Java, Indonesia.   When selecting our local producers, we value fair pay and good working conditions.   Only adult and experienced artisans work in the companies from which we purchase our goods.   No harmful chemicals are used during production.   Since all work steps are carried out by hand, the production process hardly produces any greenhouse gas emissions.   We ensure all of this through regular on-site visits and ongoing personal contact with the companies.