Bowl

1971.12.0013

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Artifact Identification Bowl   (1971.12.0013)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Materials T&E
  2. :
  3. Food Service T&E
  4. :
  5. Eating Vessels
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Colonial
Date 20th century
Culture Boran, Galla
Location On Exhibitin the Africa exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Diameter) 22.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Height) 17.8 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 0.3 cm
Weight 577 g
Measuring Remarks Under Review
Materials Plant--Gourd
Manufacturing Processes Hollowing, Carved, Sewing

Research Remarks

Description

"The nomadic Boran consume milk as their major food, it assumes a semi-sacred status and must be kept in a container made of vegetable material such as wood, a gourd, or a finely woven basket."

Published Description Under Review
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
Reproduction no

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