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Offered is a vintage Late 20th Century carved Ikoro wood basket / bowl with rope handles, a typical ware created …
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Offered is a vintage Late 20th Century carved Ikoro wood basket / bowl with rope handles, a typical ware created by the Turkana, a nomadic people of Northern Kenya based on the original vessels commonly used to transport their food and personal belongings.
It can be displayed on a shelf, used as a catch-all for mail, keys, etc., as a fruit basket, or as an unusual planter (if properly lined and waterproofed).
It measures 10" x 5.75" x 8", and the woven rope handles have a 6" drop (12" in length).
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- Dimensions
- 10ʺW × 5.75ʺD × 8ʺH
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Kenya
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Rope
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Chestnut
- Condition Notes
- This item will have cracks and blemishes as part of their age and character. It was used by the Turkana … moreThis item will have cracks and blemishes as part of their age and character. It was used by the Turkana people for quite some time as evidenced by its patina all over the sides and rim where it was most often held. Many of these bowls have repoussé repairs, further proof of their age and use. less
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