Small Everyday Red Painted Bag | DHOW EYE

Small Everyday Red Painted Bag | DHOW EYE is the perfect size for a hand bag for everyday use. Sized at 30cm high x 50cm wide, it is a perfect stylish bag for your errands and shopping. It has a one zip, water proof lining and a zipped pocket inside for your valuables. The strap is made from dhow rope. Can be machine washed.

The Eye of the Dhow is one of the symbols of identity in the Lamu archipelago. Historically, in the Swahili culture of Lamu, the symbol was only engraved on marine vessels, including boats, dhows and canoes. The moon and star symbolise tools used for navigation by sailors to be able to sea their way in the ocean, hence the name the Eye of the Dhow. Today the Dhow Eye is popular symbol of Lamu’s identity and heritage. It is imprinted on almost everything in houses and in public, clothes, furniture, art, bags, buildings, household goods, and much more. It is especially popular with tourists for souvenirs.