Antique NUPE jar from Nigeria Earthenware

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Antique NUPE jar from Nigeria Earthenware

Name: Antique NUPE jar from Nigeria Earthenware
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: 42RY5FP4W5
Price: 650 EUR
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By Gallery GONDWANA AFRICAN ART

650 €

Period 20th century

Style Tribal Art

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Antique NUPE water jar from Nigeria in terracotta. (height 37cm, diameter of neck 17cm, diameter of lower part 30 cm). Early 20th century.
The Nupe are renowned for their splendid jars with narrow necks, wide openings, rich slip and geometric decoration. The present example is decorated with an embossed brass leaf.
The base is rounded, as these pots were worn on the head using cloth rings for support. Constant use over many years has left lighter tones around the base, proof of its age. Very good condition, with light marks and wear around the neck.
Nupe water containers are among the finest examples of traditional African pottery.

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Additional Information

Condition	Very good
Style	Tribal Art (African Usuels and Rituals items of Tribal Art Style)
Period	20th century (African Usuels and Rituals items 20th century)
Country of origin	Nigeria
Height (cm)	37
Diameter (cm)	30
Materials	Terracotta