Name: Copper Woven Decorative Plate
Brand: RFB Woven Art
SKU: MAG-126
Price: 875.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Copper Spiral Large Werregue Plate By Plinio Opua – geometric motif – woven plate – decorative plates – handwoven in Colombia

Handcrafted piece titled 'Sunweight Woven Decorative Plate', made in Colombia with a geometric design. Offered by RFB Woven Art as part of its tribal decor series.

Copper Spiral Large Werregue Plate By Plinio Opua Copy – geometric motif – woven plate – decorative plates – handwoven in Colombia

Handcrafted in Colombia

$875.00

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A radiant fusion of ancestral craft and contemporary material, Copper Spiral is a masterfully woven plate by renowned Wounaan artist Plinio Opua of Colombia. At 17 inches wide, this extraordinary piece commands attention with its subtle elegance and intricate form. The core is made from tightly coiled Werregue palm—harvested from Colombia’s Chocó rainforest—and meticulously wrapped in fine copper wire, creating a warm, reflective surface that glows in natural light.

Dimensions	17" W x 4" D
Origin	Handwoven in Colombia
Materials	Copper wire over Palm fiber, natural dyes, copper and silver coils

Handwoven in colombia by

Wounaan Master Weavers

No. of Artisans

50+ active artists across multiple communities

Origin

Chocó Region, Colombia

Fairly Made. Community Driven.

Each Colombian Wounaan basket is purchased directly from the artist at fair prices that support families, preserve tradition, and sustain local economies.

The Story

Wounaan, or Werregue Baskets from Colombia carry the strength and spirit of the Chocó region.

Woven by Indigenous Wounaan artists, each piece reflects the rhythms of the rainforest and the legacy of ancestral design—where bold geometric patterns echo body painting, pottery, and the natural forms of plant and animal life. These baskets are coiled by hand with thicker forms and longer stitches, giving them a distinct texture and sculptural weight.

The Making

Colombian Wounaan baskets are masterfully handwoven from shredded palm fronds, prepared into fine fibers and dyed with natural pigments from rainforest roots, berries, and leaves. These indigenous baskets showcase intricate geometric designs inspired by ancestral traditions, while some artisans incorporate copper wire for a striking contemporary touch.

Each handmade Wounaan basket is both a work of art and a cultural heirloom, reflecting the rainforest and the heritage of Colombia’s indigenous weavers.

Each piece is handwoven over many months using natural fibers and plant-based dyes. To protect its color and structure, we recommend displaying your woven art away from direct sunlight or skylights, as UV exposure can fade dyes and weaken fibers over time.

In very dry climates, you may occasionally mist the inside lightly with distilled or non-chlorinated water—similar to caring for wicker or rattan. Gently blot away any excess with a paper towel to help maintain the fiber’s natural balance.

Copper Woven Decorative Plate