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Clay lip plate from Ethiopia, dating to the early 20th century, 10 cm high, 1 cm deep and 1 cm wide, in excellent condition and authentic, from a private collection, associated with Mursi and Surna women in Ethiopia and with Lobi and Makolo groups.

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Clay lip plate, traditional ornamentation of the lower lip. Worn by Mursi and Surna women in Ethiopia, as well as by the Lobi (Burkina Faso/Ivory Coast) and the Makolo (Malawi). Symbolizes beauty, maturity...

Clay lip plate, traditional ornamentation of the lower lip. Worn by Mursi and Surna women in Ethiopia, as well as by the Lobi (Burkina Faso/Ivory Coast) and the Makolo (Malawi). Symbolizes beauty, maturity...

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Country of Origin
Ethiopia
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Clay
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
10 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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