Los Angeles, CA
Details
- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 11ʺD × 5ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Leather
- Natural Fiber
- Shell
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Off-white
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with slight signs of age and use. Great condition with slight signs of age and use. less
- Description
- Beautiful handmade vintage cowry shell basket from Hausa people of Nigeria. Cowry shells have long been known as an instrument … more Beautiful handmade vintage cowry shell basket from Hausa people of Nigeria. Cowry shells have long been known as an instrument of payment and a symbol of wealth and power. Woven basket visible on inside with leather edge and trim. less
Los Angeles, CA
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