Category
Decorative Arts
Medium
wood. Type?
Distinguishing marks
None
Condition
Excellent
Date Period
Unknown
Size and dimensions of this item
In description
Weight
Approx 3lbs 15 ounces
Long Description
This is a large hand carved wooden bowl. I've been told that it was made in Africa and bought there while vacationing.
The bowl weights 3 lbs. and 15 ounces. It is approx. 16 1/2" tall with wooden lid on top,Ā and without it is 10 3/4" tall. The lid knobĀ handle isĀ free of carvingsĀ and is 4"Ā tallĀ made of all wood. Bowl depth approx. 7".Ā The hand carvings are of flowers and vine. ThereĀ are two carved flowers on the main bowl they areĀ slightly different than each other. Flower number one, center measures 4" x 3.5" approx. flower number center 3.5"x 3.5". Ā The baseĀ that the bowl sits on is wood and no carvings.Ā I cannot find any markings on the bowl.
I would be greatful for any information. Thank you.
History
Bought at a sale. I was informed that it was bought while they were in Africa many years ago and it was hand carved.
For Sale?
No