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Early 20th Century Palm Wine Vessel

$2,800
£2,095.65
€2,426.63
CA$3,891.54
A$4,383.19
CHF 2,269.90
MX$53,232.13
NOK 28,832.95
SEK 27,350.48
DKK 18,106.01
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About the Item

An incredible early 20th century Makenge hand-built ceramic palm wine pot with a graceful shape including a narrow neck and a wide belly. The pot is covered in a hand-woven wicker basket covering, skillfully woven to form perfectly to the shape of the pot.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Diameter: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Zambia
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. A patch of woven wicker is missing on the back side of the pot.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RIGHTPROPER20941stDibs: LU3738328225612

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