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Zulu Beer Vessel

Offered by: J R Richards

Description
Zulu Beer Vessel.
Pot size: 16.5” x 17”
Zulu women make izinkamba (sing. ukhamba) in different shapes and sizes for brewing, transporting, storing, and drinking beer This vessel is for drinking beer. Like all Zulu ceramic vessels, it was made with clays found in the local environment, by hand, and without the benefit of a potter's wheel. A coiling technique is employed. After the vessel has been formed, it is burnished, fired twice, then treated with surface finishes

More Information

Origin:	South Africa
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Terracotta
Condition:	Good. overall good condition. Some minor chipping to the rim
Creation Date:	mid 20th Century
Styles / Movements:	Tribal, African, Traditional
Patterns:	Handmade, Textured, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	456745

Dimensions

W.	17 in;	H.	16.5 in;
W.	43.18 cm;	H.	41.91 cm;

Message from Seller:

I became interested in the Ceramic Arts; specifically Ancient Chinese Pottery, when my brother Marc; also an art dealer, introduced it to me over 20 years ago. Since then I traveled throughout Asia; including Hong Kong, Japan, and Korea, in search for those special pieces that appeal to the discerning collector, as well as the Designer Market.