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Turkana wooden bowl 09.05.1718

Wooden bowl used by both Pokot & Turkana tribes. The bowls are carved by the women using traditional tools and an indigenous tree. This bowl was used to receive cow's blood that is obtained by piercing the jugular vein. The cow's blood is then mixed with the cow's milk. The bowl has a lovely warm patina. Similar item: MEG:  ETHAF 045649

  • Ref.:09.05.1718
  • Size:Size L-W-D: 22 x 12 x 11cm
  • Weight:375 gr

Category

  • Wooden plates & bowls 09.05Horn of Africa 29.03
  • Containers & Household Items 09REGIONAL GALLERIES 29

Origin

  • East and South Africa
  • KENYA
  • TurkanaPokot

Material

  • VegetalWood

Quality

  • Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)Excellent overall conditionHigh aesthetic value

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