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An old woven bowl made by the Hausa people of Nigeria. The tight weave of the vessel indicates its age.
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An old woven bowl made by the Hausa people of Nigeria. The tight weave of the vessel indicates its age.
Every basket is made by hand, using indigenous raw materials. The type of basket varies from area to area, depending on the availability of raw materials and the use to which the basket is to be put. Baskets like this were used to cover larger baskets containing beer. Beer baskets are rendered water-tight by the tightness of the coil/weave and the material used (Ilala palm). When the liquid is introduced into the basket, the pores swell, whilst the outside sweats, thus keeping the liquid cool by means of evaporation.
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- Dimensions
- 9ʺW × 9ʺD × 2.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Traditional
- Tribal
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Reed
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Fair: some encrustation and general wear. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have … moreFair: some encrustation and general wear. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes, and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. less
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