Double gourd vase - Calabash and leather

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Masai calabash and leather gourd from Kenya, red, 16 × 7 × 7 cm, provenance: private Belgian collection.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful little Masai gourd in calabash and animal skin from Kenya
Provenance: Belgian private collection.

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful little Masai gourd in calabash and animal skin from Kenya
Provenance: Belgian private collection.

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Kenya
Material
Calabash and leather
Colour
Red
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
16 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940, 1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8448
Objects sold
98.65%
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