PRODUCT DETAILS
+ Type of Object - Pitcher, bowl
+ Country of Origin - Democratic Republic of Congo
+ People - Shi or Bashi
+ Materials - Wood
+ Height (in) - 6
+ Width (in) - 4.5
+ Depth (in) - 8
+ Overall Condition - Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage.
+ Damage/Repair - Cracks and chips
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Additional Information:The Shi (also called Bashi) people live in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. They are neighbors of the Lega, Nyindu, Havu, and Vira. Unfortunately, very little is known about the Shi culture and their art. A few masks and also wooden pitchers like this one have been attributed to the Shi (see Felix, M.L.:100 peoples of Zaire good and their sculpture) . This piece was used as a pitcher for serving local wine or beer and ritual drink.
SKU: 138199
Product code: Shi (bashi) good Pitcher With Handle Congo African Art 138199