Botswana Basketry pendant by Mbako Baraedi

EDITOR'S REVIEW

• Inspired by Botswana’s basket-weaving traditions, the pendant reinterprets heritage craft with striking clarity.
• Earthy tones and coiled textures echo the artistry of Bayei and Hambukushu women.
• Light and sculptural, it balances cultural depth with wearable elegance.
• Designed by Mbako Baraedi, a Botswana-born jeweller trained in Milan and winner of the De Beers Shining Light Award.
• A standout piece from GemGenève’s 2025 Emerging Designers showcase.
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