Hand Woven African Cowrie Shell Bowl / Basket
DESCRIPTION Authentic Cowrie and Leather Shell Basket are handwoven in Nigeria by the Yoruba Tribe. Cowrie shells were used as a form of currency in ancient times & in a decorative way, a symbol of wealth.
DIMENSIONS8.5ʺW × 8.5ʺD × 7.5ʺH
PERIOD Mid 20th Century
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Nigeria
ITEM TYPE Vintage
MATERIALS Raffia Shell
CONDITION Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
DESCRIPTION Authentic Cowrie and Leather Shell Basket are handwoven in Nigeria by the Yoruba Tribe. Cowrie shells were used as a form of currency in ancient times & in a decorative way, a symbol of wealth.
DIMENSIONS8.5ʺW × 8.5ʺD × 7.5ʺH
PERIOD Mid 20th Century
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Nigeria
ITEM TYPE Vintage
MATERIALS Raffia Shell
CONDITION Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
DESCRIPTION Authentic Cowrie and Leather Shell Basket are handwoven in Nigeria by the Yoruba Tribe. Cowrie shells were used as a form of currency in ancient times & in a decorative way, a symbol of wealth.
DIMENSIONS8.5ʺW × 8.5ʺD × 7.5ʺH
PERIOD Mid 20th Century
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Nigeria
ITEM TYPE Vintage
MATERIALS Raffia Shell
CONDITION Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
