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The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects like this elegant, … Read more The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects like this elegant, cylindrical vessel support received detailed attention. This flaring terra cotta form would have been buried halfway in the ground in a Nupe home, and used as a a stable base for a stack of traditional round pots. Home interiors would be lined with entire walls of these supports, each with a full stack of pots. The top portion of this sculptural work is darkened with smoke from cooking fires. There is visible encrustation where the bottom would have been buried in the ground. See less
- Dimensions
- 13.25ʺW × 13.25ʺD × 23.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- 1900 - 1909
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Terra Cotta
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. less
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