Early 20th C. Bolivian Aymara Wood Marriage Bowl
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**Originally Listed At $400**
South America, Bolivia, Aymara people, early 20th century CE. This is a piece of South American folk art, a hand-carved wooden marriage bowl. In the center, carved from the same piece of wood, stands a pair of yoked oxen. Twin cylindrical handles, also from the same piece of wood, decorate the sides. Dishes like these are used to collect money for the new couple during the wedding reception. A pretty reminder of a traditional practice! Size: 14.6" L x 11.95" W x 4.2" H (37.1 cm x 30.4 cm x 10.7 cm)
Provenance: private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA acquired thirty years ago
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South America, Bolivia, Aymara people, early 20th century CE. This is a piece of South American folk art, a hand-carved wooden marriage bowl. In the center, carved from the same piece of wood, stands a pair of yoked oxen. Twin cylindrical handles, also from the same piece of wood, decorate the sides. Dishes like these are used to collect money for the new couple during the wedding reception. A pretty reminder of a traditional practice! Size: 14.6" L x 11.95" W x 4.2" H (37.1 cm x 30.4 cm x 10.7 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.
#121982
Condition
Dark patina from handling the wood. Small irregularities and chips on the rim.
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Early 20th C. Bolivian Aymara Wood Marriage Bowl
Estimate $600 - $900
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