IGBO KOLA NUT OFFERING BOWL 4, Nigeria

This bowl has been vetted as authentic with evidence of both use and age.  

Photographs © Hamill Gallery

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

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.

 

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