Bowl

ClassificationsFurnishings-Serviceware-bowls

Culture Igbo

Date20th Century

Made AtNigeria, Africa

MediumWood

DimensionsOverall: 8 1/2 x 14 5/8 in. (21.6 x 37.1 cm)

Credit LineBowers Museum General Acquisition Fund Purchase

Object number2002.49.1

DescriptionIgbo, Kola Nut Bowl, Nigeria
Dark carved wood, incised details, raised carving in center with 2 faces. Carved piece with faces is a lid. Bowls such as this are used to hold condiments or sauces for dipping kola nuts. Kola nuts are an integral part of Igbo ritual and daily life and are given hospitably to guests.

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