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Tutsi Milk Jug Vase

$2,200
£1,663.33
€1,941
CA$3,130.49
A$3,175.77
CHF 1,813.20
MX$38,453.63
NOK 21,345.76
SEK 21,274.92
DKK 14,514.19

About the Item

An authentic wood container used by the Tutsi people, a group of people residing near the African Great Lakes. Carved from a single piece of wood, this beautiful piece would have been designed to carry milk, water, honey or even food. On the sides of the object you can see metal highlights - which, although some symbolic, were used as a method to repair cracking in the wood. This is a rarified example of such vessels created to transport vital supplies while also symbolizing the incredible ability and craft of these peoples. A work of art in every right. This piece is fully functional and can hold water inside.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Diameter: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Rwanda
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900-1940
  • Condition:
    Repaired: The inside has been epoxied as to hold liquid. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9387237589282

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