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Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terra cotta form would have been a critical component … Read more Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terra cotta form would have been a critical component of burial rituals of the Bura people of Niger. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage vessel would have protected the deceased's possessions as they transitioned to the afterlife. Decorated with complex incisions and dimples, this solid, earthy vessel is phallic in its sculptural presence, with a single geometric motif emergent as a well-defined focal point. See less
- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 11ʺD × 26.5ʺH
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Niger
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Terra Cotta
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Terra Cotta
- Condition Notes
- Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. less
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