Large Water Bottle - Enawenê-nawê Indians, Mato Grosso State, Central-western Brazil
Large WATER BOTTLE
Enawenê-Nawê Indians, State of Mato Grosso,
Central-Western Brazil
Gourds, plant resin and fibres
H: 39; W: 38; D: 27 cm
(slight signs of wear)
Gourd composed of two hollowed-out calabashes. The larger one, with a central bulge, serves as the container for carrying liquid, whilst the smaller one acts as a stopper or removable lid. A watertight seal is ensured by natural resin applied to the neck.
Provenance:
- Former collection of Walter and Silvana Costa, São Paulo, Brazil.
- Former private collection, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
- Former American private collection.
LP7098
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Enawenê-Nawê Indians, State of Mato Grosso,
Central-Western Brazil
Gourds, plant resin and fibres
H: 39; W: 38; D: 27 cm
(slight signs of wear)
Gourd composed of two hollowed-out calabashes. The larger one, with a central bulge, serves as the container for carrying liquid, whilst the smaller one acts as a stopper or removable lid. A watertight seal is ensured by natural resin applied to the neck.
Provenance:
- Former collection of Walter and Silvana Costa, São Paulo, Brazil.
- Former private collection, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
- Former American private collection.
LP7098
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
680 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1774937
Availability: In stock
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