Zemanek-Münster

Mortar

D. R. Congo, Lega
not available anymore
Size
H: 5,5 cm
H: 2.2 inch

Description

ivory, honey brown patina, small eyelet for suspension, min. dam., small missing parts;
mortar and pestle are among the most essential tools in the preparation of food. When moving to a new village women are careful not to leave these objects behind. These are often among their only possessions.


Comparing literature

Biebuyck, Daniel P., Lega, Brussels 2002, p. 217, ill. 169

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