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Djerma Painted Water Vessel
About the Item
The Djerma people of Niger are well-known for their gracefully shaped and delicately painted water containers. The surface paintings are applied after firing with all natural pigments. The graphic, geometric designs closely relate to patterns that are woven in their textiles. This elegant pot is beautifully defined by its long neck accentuated with stripes and well proportioned handles. The top rim is not smooth, designed with four ridges to help support other stacked vessels. The once vibrant bodice with geometric shapes pointing to its waist has mellowed with years of use over fires that have left marks of maturity.
This is a very rare and exceptional example, acquired from a Chicago collector of contemporary and African art who had it in their collection for decades.
- Dimensions:Height: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)Diameter: 19 in (48.26 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
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About the Seller
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PAGODA RED is a renowned resource for designers as well as collectors of contemporary and ancient Chinese, Korean and Japanese art. They offer a curated edit of fine and provincial furniture, ceramics, scholars' objects, and paintings and textiles, each piece historically and geographically authentic.
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