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Early 20th Century, Large Terracotta Vessel, Spiked Vase African Pottery, Lobi

$8,161.69
£6,048.13
€6,900VAT Included
CA$11,287.74
A$11,383.77
CHF 6,627.20
MX$138,546.22
NOK 75,951.70
SEK 78,484.73
DKK 52,610.63

About the Item

Beautiful large African urn in terracotta made by the Lobi people of Burkina Faso. This urn is very decorative with a small figure sitting on the lid. The urn is 81 cm high and 45 cm wide. Because it is old, there is some chipping. Please see pictures.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 81 in (205.74 cm)Diameter: 45 in (114.3 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Burkina Faso
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There is some chipping. Please see pictures.
  • Seller Location:
    Göteborg, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8878237174132

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