Early 20th C. Bolivian Wood Bowl with Oxen
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New World, Bolivia, Aymara people, early 20th century CE. A piece of South American folk art, a hand-carved wooden marriage bowl. In the center, carved as part of the same piece of wood, stand two oxen joined by a yoke. Twin handles project from the sides. Dishes like these are used to collect money for the newlyweds during a wedding reception. A charming reminder of a traditional practice! Size: 9.8" L x 7.5" W x 2.9" H (24.9 cm x 19 cm x 7.4 cm)
Provenance: private Moore collection Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired thirty years ago
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#121981
Provenance: private Moore collection Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired thirty years ago
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#121981
Condition
Dark wood patina; some old losses to the features of the oxen.
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Early 20th C. Bolivian Wood Bowl with Oxen
Estimate $600 - $900
May 18, 2017
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0100: Early 20th C. Bolivian Wood Bowl with Oxen
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•0 BidsEst. $600 - $900•Starting Price $300
Fine Antiquities | Asian | Ethnographic ArtMay 18, 2017 10:00 AM EDTBuyer's Premium 24.5%
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New World, Bolivia, Aymara people, early 20th century CE. A piece of South American folk art, a hand-carved wooden marriage bowl. In the center, carved as part of the same piece of wood, stand two oxen joined by a yoke. Twin handles project from the sides. Dishes like these are used to collect money for the newlyweds during a wedding reception. A charming reminder of a traditional practice! Size: 9.8" L x 7.5" W x 2.9" H (24.9 cm x 19 cm x 7.4 cm)
Provenance: private Moore collection Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired thirty years ago
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#121981
Provenance: private Moore collection Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired thirty years ago
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#121981
Condition
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Dark wood patina; some old losses to the features of the oxen.
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