The Village Wall Hanging

"The Village" Silk & Raffia Art Installation

Handmade | Community-Inspired | Fair Trade

Inspired by the townspeople of Maroantsetra, this intricate artwork celebrates the beauty of a close-knit community. Using a unique collaging technique, artisans depict daily life through figures connected by a hand-twisted raffia grid, symbolizing the vital role of human relationships.

Empowering Madagascar

This limited-edition masterpiece is the result of a month-long collaboration by the SEPALIM artisan team in Madagascar. SEPALIM is a poverty alleviation organization that invests in local leadership and community ownership. As a Fair Trade Certified work, 100% of the profits are returned to the local team to support sustainable livelihoods and conservation.

Product Details

Dimensions: 24" wide x 36" tall

Materials: A rare blend of Madagascar raffia and six species of silk (Ceranchia, Borocera, Suraka, Deborrea, Argema, and Bombyx mori).

Craftsmanship: Entirely handmade; each piece is a one-of-a-kind original.

Display: Includes top hanging loops (dowel not included).

Why You’ll Love It

Unmatched Texture: Combines five wild silk species and one cultivated species for incredible visual depth.

Art with Meaning: A visual depiction of community, comfort, and the significance of interconnection.

Global Impact: Directly funds poverty alleviation and empowers local leadership.