Stela-shaped vessel support
Nigeria, Nupe
not available anymore
Provenance
Gerbrand Luttik, Soest, The NetherlandsSize
H: 61 cm
H: 24.0 inch
Description
terracotta, partly dark patina, round openings, incised ornamental decor, widely flaring rim, min. dam., small missing parts, slight traces of abrasion;
little has been learned about the ritual function of these vessels. It is known however that they were buried uo to their middle in earth. They serve as vessel supports.