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A Fine Old Zulu Ukhamba Beer Pot Ex Simmons Collection

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A Fine Old Zulu Ukhamba Beer Pot Ex Simmons Collection

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A large hand made terracotta vessel with finely incised geometric patterns. This type of pot is known as ukhamba and is used as a communal drinking vessel. The pots are constructed with terracotta coils wrapped around a flat base, which are smoothed to create very thin walls. They have no lip or foot. The pots are fired twice and rubbed with wax or animal fat to create the burnished black appearance. Ukhamba are embellished with incised patterns called amasumpa, The patterns serve as both decoration and as a way to better grip the pot while drinking. This vessel measures 13 x 12 x 12 inches. Provenance: Ex Daniel Simmons collection, Philadelphia, Ex Private New jersey collection.

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A Fine Old Zulu Ukhamba Beer Pot Ex Simmons Collection

Name: A Fine Old Zulu Ukhamba Beer Pot Ex Simmons Collection
SKU: 165885156
Price: 220 USD
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