Ethnic Design Collection Reto Zehnder

Authentic old wood milk container from Rwanda. Simple cylindrical shape carved out of single piece of wood. Used to collect milk and store food.  

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 add a special touch to this nice gourd. Used to collect milk and store food.  Similar item at MEG: ETHAF 012230

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

New wood milk bottle from Rwanda. Simple cylindrical shape carved out of single piece of a clear wood. It has it's typical lid, a new item but collected in 1974 in Rwanda.

This Tutsi cylindrical milk container was carved  from a single piece of wood. Wooden containers were used to collect milk, contain honey or transport food. This Tutsi pot has metal repairs.

This Tutsi cylindrical milk container was carved  from a single piece of wood. Wooden containers were used to collect milk, contain honey or transport food. This Tutsi pot has metal repairs. This example has a beautiful patina and a slim long form