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African Carved Wooden Coffee Tray from the Gurage Zone in Ethiopia
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An Ethiopian coffee tray carved out of a single piece of wood with round tray and handle resting on four legs, from the Gurage zone, named from the Gurage People. Incised geometric carvings embellish the border and handle. Gurage is a Zone in the Ethiopian Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region. This zone is named for the Gurage people, whose homeland lies in this zone. Gurage is bordered on the southeast by Hadiya and Yem special woreda, on the west, north and east the Oromia Region, and on the southeast by Silt'e.
Wooden bowls, trays and platters were widely used in traditional African societies to contain all manner of foodstuff. The containers were made according to the traditions of each ethnic group, with patterns and shapes reflective of their origin and utility. Wood carving was restricted to men.
Measures: 16" long x 13 3/4" deep x 5 1/2" high.
- Dimensions:Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Miami, FL
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