A new online exhibition at
Jacaranda Tribal presents a showcase of exquisite African vessels and containers. Highlighting the diversity of form and myriad aesthetics brought to these utilitarian objects by a wide variety of traditional cultures from across the continent, Jacaranda's newest assemblage features refined lidded vessels from the Lozi of Zambia and the Hima of Rwanda; a graceful and elegant South African snuff container carved from a single piece of horn; a remarkable North African powder flask; and much more. The images below present a selection of the exhibition's highlights.
Visit the Jacaranda Tribal website for detailed information on these items and many more.
 |
| Lidded bowl - Lozi, Zambia - First half of 20th century |
 |
| Milk vessel - Hima, Rwanda - First half of 20th century |
 |
| Meat bowl - Nyoro, Uganda - 19th century |
 |
| Lidded vessel - Shi, D.R. Congo - First half of 20th century |
 |
| Lidded basket - Sotho, Lesotho - First half of 20th century |
 |
| Wooden vessel - Tsonga or Matabele, Zimbabwe - Late 19th or early 20th century |
 |
| Snuff container - South Africa - 19th century |
 |
| Powder flask - Morocco or Tunisia - 19th or early 20th century |
