Monumental Naga Tribal Wood Container

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This striking, freestanding artifact is a truly unique piece of Primitive Treenware and Tribal Art from the Naga hills of … Read more This striking, freestanding artifact is a truly unique piece of Primitive Treenware and Tribal Art from the Naga hills of Northeast India (Nagaland). Estimated to be early 20th Century, this tall, heavy vessel was laboriously hand-carved from a single log of native hardwood. Its defining feature is the organic, slightly asymmetric body supported by three small, stabilizing carved feet—a design element likely intended to keep the contents off the damp ground. These containers were historically used to store valuable grain or rice, signifying a family's prosperity. The dark, heavily aged surface boasts a profound, rich, oxidized patina developed over decades of use, giving this piece an incredibly soulful, hand-hewn texture prized in modern design.

This piece is a masterful accent for contemporary interiors seeking an element of Brutalist elegance and Global Modernism. Its unique height, volume, and the lift provided by the feet make it an outstanding floor display.

Use it as a Tribal element, The small feet elevate the vessel just enough to add sophisticated dimension, making it perfect for flanking a fireplace or placing next to a large sofa. Fill the 16-inch opening with a large indoor tree, sculptural branches, or a substantial faux plant to turn it into an authentic, one-of-a-kind Floor Planter. Or make it a Statement Storage: Place it near an entryway to serve as a distinctive holder for umbrellas, walking sticks, or blankets, allowing this beautiful antique to function as textural, vertical storage. See less