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Kola Nut Bowl, 20th Century
Igbo People; Nigeria
Wood; 8 1/2 x 14 5/8 in.
2002.49.1
Bowers …
Bowl
Kola Nut Bowl, 20th Century
Igbo People; Nigeria
Wood; 8 1/2 x 14 5/8 in.
2002.49.1
Bowers …
Kola Nut Bowl, 20th Century Igbo People; Nigeria Wood; 8 1/2 x 14 5/8 in. 2002.49.1 Bowers Museum General Acquisition Fund Purchase

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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