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Large Mid-Twentieth Century Traditional Food Bowl

About the Item

Carved from a hard, dense wood, this large traditional food bowl from the Lozi culture in Zambia displays a beautiful round form. A band of diamond-shaped designs, each decorated with a series of incised striations, adorns the outer perimeter of the bowl. Estimated Period: Mid-20th Century Ex Private Collection, UK
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Diameter: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8736236378112
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