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Superb Antique Large Tribal Terracotta Bowl, Nupe Tribe, Nigeria, Ca 1900
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Superb Antique Large Tribal Terracotta Bowl, Nupe Tribe, Nigeria, Ca 1900

1900 - 1920
Description

This large antique terracotta bowl from the Nupe people of Nigeria is simply a stunning, tactile and decorative object.

Dating from circa 1900, it has a lovely, dark chocolate coloured satin glaze, and a delicate incised decor. The Nupe potters have often been considered the best ceramicists of Africa, and this is a good early example of their work.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Skippings Fine Arts has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA577357
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Description
This large antique terracotta bowl from the Nupe people of Nigeria is simply a stunning, tactile and decorative object.
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Dating from circa 1900, it has a lovely, dark chocolate coloured satin glaze, and a delicate incised decor.
Skippings Fine Arts

The Nupe potters have often been considered the best ceramicists of Africa, and this is a good early example of their work.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Skippings Fine Arts has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA577357
Skippings Fine Arts
Skippings Fine Arts
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Modern french & continental pictures selected by a former french auction house expert

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Superb antique large tribal terracotta bowl, Nupe tribe, Nigeria, ca 1900
Superb antique large tribal terracotta bowl, Nupe tribe, Nigeria, ca 1900
Ref: SA577357
Superb antique large tribal terracotta bowl, Nupe tribe, Nigeria, ca 1900
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • SizeH 16 cm (6 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)
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