Fowl Shaped Container

This is one of a pair covered bowls. It has been carved in the shape of a sitting chicken, or fowl, and are decorated with burnt circular designs.The bowl was collected by Miss B. Yorke, a Krio trader.

Further Information

  • Type: Containers, vessels
  • Object: Fowl Shaped Container
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 75mm x 196mm
  • Production Date: Pre 1911
  • Associated Places: Sierra Leone: Freetown (Created)
  • Associated People: Miss B. Yorke (Collector); A. Ridyard (Donor)
  • Museum: World Museum Liverpool Sierra Leone Collection
  • Accession Number: LIVCM.10.4.11.41 b

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