Calabash Gourd 03 new in with unique handle details and

with unique handle details and a beautiful organic shape We love the dark wooden tones of this headrest and braided leather handle detail

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Each container is hand-carved from indigenous wood with great skill by the pastoral Turkana people of Kenya

Dimensions Cm Inches Height 96 37

Calabash Gourd 03 new in with unique handle details andThis hand carved gourd is made from the calabash tree and originates from the Maasai people of Kenya. This vessel would have been used to store milk, honey and beer as well as for initiation ceremonies. The gourds are made using calabashes which have beautiful natural shapes. The calabashes are cut from their vines and dried for several weeks before being hollowed, washed and sterilised with embers from the wild olive tree. Shorter, fatter calabash