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Large Fulani calabash 09.01.1660

This is a large older, beautifully incised and richly patinated calabash from the Fulani tribe of Northern Cameroon. It was a common sight to see Fulani women to bring milk to the market in such vessels, before giving way to Chinese enamelware.

  • Ref.:09.01.1660
  • Size: Diameter: 36 - 43 cm; Height: 23,5 cm
  • Weight:607 gr

Category

  • Calabashes & Gourdes 09.01West-, Central- & North Africa 29.01
  • Containers & Household Items 09REGIONAL GALLERIES 29

Origin

  • North AfricaWest and Central Africa
  • CAMEROONMAURITANIANIGERIACHAD
  • Fulani

Material

  • VegetalGourds, calabashes

Quality

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