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Rare Chamba Cooking Vessel Terracotta Pottery

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Rare Chamba Cooking Vessel Terracotta Pottery

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Description

A very rare old Chamba cooking vessel from Nigeria, West Africa. This Tribal made pottery features finely etched and applique'd decorations with three tall prong like legs. Traditionally used for cooking over small fires. Chamba peoples, Nigeria. Measures 19 inches tall x 9 inches wide.

Condition

Overall field used and weathered, intact with no breaks.

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Rare Chamba Cooking Vessel Terracotta Pottery

Name: Rare Chamba Cooking Vessel Terracotta Pottery
SKU: 55806333
Price: 80 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $450

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