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Tutsi milk bottle " Ikugoro 09.04.1746

Authentic old wood milk container from Rwanda. Simple cylindrical shape carved out of single piece of a clear wood. Shows signs of long use, the traditional repairs and reinforcements add a special touch to this nice gourd. Used to collect milk and store food.  Similar item at MEG: ETHAF 012230

  • Ref.:09.04.1746
  • Size:Height: 23 cm; diameter: 16,5 cm
  • Weight:575 gr

Category

  • Milk & Butter Containers 09.04East & South Africa 29.02
  • Containers & Household Items 09REGIONAL GALLERIES 29

Origin

  • East and South Africa
  • RWANDA
  • TutsiHutu

Material

  • VegetalWood

Quality

  • Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)Fair condition (some missing, broken or repaired parts, see pictures)Functional household item
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