Makonde Post 01 5 Width 17 6

5 Width 17 6

before being gently restored and finished with a unique white stripe detail

Whilst primarily used as a method of payment some currency were used for status and adornment instead

these platters have importance to the Zulu people of South Africa

The lid handles are modelled into highly stylised figures

Makonde Post 01 5 Width 17 6This 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