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The lid handles are modelled into highly stylised figures
Whilst primarily used as a method of payment some currency were used for status and adornment instead
before being gently restored and finished with a unique white stripe detail
The post has a beautiful shine to the wood that have developed from years of use and is a natural patina
Makonde Post 01 The lid handles are modelledThis figurative post comes from the Makonde who are skilled wood carvers from Tanzania. The post is hand carved from a single piece of indigenous wood, with detailed carving details in the shape of a figure. This post would have been used at the sites of initiations and spiritualistic rituals. They are believed to act as a new physical body for the deceased and as kept in their home after passing and offered gifts in remembrance. The post has a
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