Introducing pure decor Ankole bowls! Our artisan partner, Joseph, has been a long-time collaborator with our talented jewelry makers, creating custom horn shapes and teaching them how to polish and finish the material. These decorative bowls are one of his specialties, and showcase the natural beauty and color variation of the horn. The purchase of these bowls directly support his small business and the profits go back to our sanctuaries. Each ankole bowl is one-of-a-kind and unique in its variation and 7 inches in diameter for regular and 8" diameter for large.
Ankole cattle are an important part of food and tradition in various parts of Uganda. Their horns are typically discarded as waste, unless recycled into beautiful handcrafted goods. Our ankole products are untreated with chemicals or sealants, meaning they are eco-friendly and biodegradable, but as a soft material, they can absorb water.
Please follow these care instructions to keep your bowl in good condition:
Every item you purchase from Purpose is handmade by women and girls escaping human trafficking. Through your purchase, You help them gain economic freedom, access to education, quality healthcare, and a place to belong.
Each piece of Jewelery is handmade with love by an artisan from one of our sanctuaries in India, Uganda, Mexico, or the Philippines
“I’m laughing because look at us…we’re making jewelry… I never believed this would happen!”– Seema*, India
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There are millions more victims like Seema waiting for freedom across our Sanctuary Cities: Mumbai, Cebu, Kampala, and Tijauna. For 15 years, International Sanctuary has been there, ready to provide sustainable income, hope, and dignity to victims of human trafficking.