{"product_id":"west-african-tribal-terracotta-pot-with-painted-geometric-decoration","title":"West African | Tribal Terracotta Pot with Painted Geometric Decoration | Circa 19th – Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"416\" data-start=\"382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"416\" data-start=\"385\"\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"584\" data-start=\"417\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"428\" data-start=\"417\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e West Africa (likely Sahel \/ Sub-Saharan region)\u003cbr data-end=\"479\" data-start=\"476\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"492\" data-start=\"479\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-coiled terracotta clay with painted decoration\u003cbr data-end=\"547\" data-start=\"544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"558\" data-start=\"547\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th – Early 20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"609\" data-start=\"591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"609\" data-start=\"594\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1074\" data-start=\"610\"\u003eA beautifully formed traditional African terracotta vessel displaying a warm red to orange burnished surface enhanced with bold black painted geometric banding around the shoulder and descending vertical motifs. These vessels were traditionally crafted by skilled village potters using age-old firing techniques, often created for household use and ceremonial function. The surface shows excellent patination from age and handling, giving it an authentic presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"1081\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"1084\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"1099\"\u003e- Hand-formed spherical body with short neck and flared rim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1213\" data-start=\"1161\"\u003e- Distinctive black painted linear tribal decoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1263\" data-start=\"1216\"\u003e- Rich aged surface with warm red earthen tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1326\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003e- Traditional firing and handmade construction marks visible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1384\" data-start=\"1329\"\u003e- A wonderful example of authentic African tribal pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1419\" data-start=\"1391\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1419\" data-start=\"1394\"\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1703\" data-start=\"1420\"\u003eVessels of this type were essential daily life objects, used for water storage, ritual offerings, or household purposes, while also reflecting cultural identity and artistic tradition within West African communities. Each pot was individually crafted, making no two pieces alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1726\" data-start=\"1710\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1726\" data-start=\"1713\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1900\" data-start=\"1727\"\u003eExcellent preserved condition for age with expected surface wear, minor rubbing to the painted decoration, and small natural inclusions from firing. No modern repairs noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1924\" data-start=\"1907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"108\" data-start=\"80\"\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"111\" data-start=\"108\"\u003eHeight: 5 in\u003cbr data-end=\"130\" data-start=\"127\"\u003eWidth: 6 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1979\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1982\"\u003eAge \u003cstrong data-end=\"2011\" data-start=\"1983\"\u003e(Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2025\" data-start=\"1990\"\u003e105–225 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the history of West African Nupe pottery through \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"West African Nupe Pottery — History \u0026amp; Cultural Significance\" href=\"https:\/\/www.afrahouse.com\/blogs\/articles\/african-nupe-pot\"\u003eAfrahouse\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our curated \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Historic Ethnographic Artifacts — Relic And Rarity\" href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/ethnographic-relics-cultural-artifacts\/Ethnographic-Relics:-Cultural-Artifacts\"\u003eEthnographic Relics \u0026amp; Cultural Artifacts Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic and Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51702881091906,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/west-african-terracotta-tribal-pottery-geometric-painted-vessel.png?v=1766522245","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/products\/west-african-tribal-terracotta-pot-with-painted-geometric-decoration","provider":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}