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Milk container - Dorze - Ethiopia (No Reserve Price)
No. 82718151
Milk container - Dorze - Ethiopia (No Reserve Price)
The Dorze, a small ethnic group in the Gamo Gofa Zone, are primarily found in villages near the cities of Chencha and Arba Minch.
This calabash gourd container served as a vessel for storing milk. It is an ancient piece, as evidenced by its exquisite patina. Noteworthy for its intricate engraved decorations, Amharic calligraphy, and indigenous repairs, this container holds historical and cultural significance.
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