Horn porridge spoon – Arsi / Arussi Oromo – Ethiopia – Horn (No reserve price)
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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Horn porridge spoon from Ethiopia, probably Arsi/Arussi Oromo, carved from horn, 26 cm long, dating to the mid-20th century, provenance: collected by the present owner, in good condition; authenticity: original/official.
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Horn porridge spoon – Arsi / Arussi Oromo – Ethiopia – Horn
Details
Origin: Ethiopia
People / region: probably Arsi / Arussi Oromo
Material: Horn
Length: 26 cm
Period: mid-20th century
Provenance: collected by the present owner
Custom display stand: not included
Description
An elegant horn porridge spoon from Ethiopia, probably from the Arsi / Arussi Oromo region.
Carved from a naturally curved piece of horn, the spoon has a long, fluid silhouette, tapering towards one end and opening into a shallow elongated bowl. The object is simple, functional and highly refined in its proportions.
The surface shows a beautiful dark brown to amber patina, with glossy areas, visible use wear and fine incised ring decoration. The natural striations of the horn remain visible and give the piece a subtle depth and warm visual quality.
This example is especially appealing for its slender curved profile, its tactile surface and its understated elegance. It is a modest utilitarian object, but one with real sculptural presence.
Condition
Good condition overall for an object of this type.
Wear, scratches, small abrasions, small edge losses and surface irregularities consistent with age and use.
The horn shows a rich used patina.
Please refer to the photographs.
Included
The spoon only.
No display stand included.
Seller's Story
For more than 30 years, I have collected African art with a focus on authenticity, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship.
Graduated as an engineer from École Centrale de Paris, I combine the rigor of my technical background with a lifelong passion for artistic expression and cultural heritage.
Founder of AS’ART (dedicated to contemporary handmade design) and Artifacts Gallery (devoted to ancient tribal art and ethnographic objects), I bring together two worlds: the vitality of today’s artisans and the timeless heritage of Africa’s past.
Every piece I present is chosen for its artistic quality, cultural significance, and emotional power.
Horn porridge spoon – Arsi / Arussi Oromo – Ethiopia – Horn
Details
Origin: Ethiopia
People / region: probably Arsi / Arussi Oromo
Material: Horn
Length: 26 cm
Period: mid-20th century
Provenance: collected by the present owner
Custom display stand: not included
Description
An elegant horn porridge spoon from Ethiopia, probably from the Arsi / Arussi Oromo region.
Carved from a naturally curved piece of horn, the spoon has a long, fluid silhouette, tapering towards one end and opening into a shallow elongated bowl. The object is simple, functional and highly refined in its proportions.
The surface shows a beautiful dark brown to amber patina, with glossy areas, visible use wear and fine incised ring decoration. The natural striations of the horn remain visible and give the piece a subtle depth and warm visual quality.
This example is especially appealing for its slender curved profile, its tactile surface and its understated elegance. It is a modest utilitarian object, but one with real sculptural presence.
Condition
Good condition overall for an object of this type.
Wear, scratches, small abrasions, small edge losses and surface irregularities consistent with age and use.
The horn shows a rich used patina.
Please refer to the photographs.
Included
The spoon only.
No display stand included.
Seller's Story
For more than 30 years, I have collected African art with a focus on authenticity, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship.
Graduated as an engineer from École Centrale de Paris, I combine the rigor of my technical background with a lifelong passion for artistic expression and cultural heritage.
Founder of AS’ART (dedicated to contemporary handmade design) and Artifacts Gallery (devoted to ancient tribal art and ethnographic objects), I bring together two worlds: the vitality of today’s artisans and the timeless heritage of Africa’s past.
Every piece I present is chosen for its artistic quality, cultural significance, and emotional power.
Details
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Horn porridge spoon – Arsi / Arussi Oromo – Ethiopia – Horn
Authenticity
Original/official
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