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This is a museum quality water vessel from the Nupe people of Nigeria. The vessel is covered in ornate and … Read more This is a museum quality water vessel from the Nupe people of Nigeria. The vessel is covered in ornate and geometric detail from mouth down to its rounded bottom. Pots of this sort were designed to rest on the ground and are often described as "gourd-shaped." There are signs of use, but save for a chip at the mouth, the form of the pot is nearly pristine. This piece was previously held in the Friedman collection. It likes come from the first to middle of the twentieth century. Rough dimensions are 42.5" around, 17.5" tall, and 12" across. Stand not included. See less
- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 12ʺD × 17.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- There is a chip at the mouth and firing imperfections as expected. Please see photos for details. There is a chip at the mouth and firing imperfections as expected. Please see photos for details. less
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