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This is the rating and price for Hausa Gourd Bowl, Contemporary



Description : Additional information: , The Hausa women of Nigeria have  ,a long history as basket weavers. This bowl represents a modern alternative to the long used bowl baskets.  ,These bowls are carved from massive dried gourds and painted with light pigments.  , In the past decades, basketmaking has aswsumed new importance because, in addition to making baskets for use in the home, the sale of baskets has empowered women, supported families, paid school fees, and bought food.

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About the lot N° 101539
Title : Hausa Gourd Bowl, Period : Contemporary
Medium : Squash/gourd
Size : 16.5 inches diameter x 8.5 inches deep
Condition report : Good. These baskets are made in a tradition which has the outside smooth and the inside more rough or unfinished in appearance. Scrapes and chips on rim and in bowl

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