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Tribal Early to Mid-20th C. Offering Bowl Lid in the Shape of a Bird, Yoruba

$1,100
£846.15
€1,012.84
CA$1,599.97
A$1,640.50
CHF 934.70
MX$20,882.14
NOK 10,736.39
SEK 11,201.92
DKK 7,571.20

About the Item

Mid-20th century Tribal Offering bowl lid in the form of a bird, Yoruba people This wonderful carved wood offering bowl lid is shaped like a bird, traditionally considered messengers of the gods, mediating between the world of the living and the spirit world. It measures 11″ (28 cm) long by 4.5 inches (11.5 cm) wide, and comes with a custom base.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early to mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZK#58561stDibs: LU1778243520042

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