IGBO KOLA NUT OFFERING BOWLS, Nigeria

Bowls 1- 4 have been vetted as authentic with evidence of use and age.

IGBO, Bowl 1 4.5" high x 13.5" wide $1200

IGBO, Bowl 2 5" high x 13.5" wide $1200

IGBO, Bowl 3 5.5" high x 16.5" wide $1200

IGBO, Bowl 4 12" high x 15" wide $1000

IGBO STYLE KOLA NUT OFFERING BOWLS, Nigeria

These objects were most probably used as offering vessels or serving dishes for kola nuts or other food. Their social use and status was important in Igbo hospitality. The lidded chambers were for palm oil, pepper or other sauces.

Bowls 1- 4 have been vetted as authentic with evidence of use and age. Bowls 5-7 are likely to have been made for the art market.

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