The Gallery is proud to exhibit a sizable collection of objects from Southern Africa. From rich dark Zulu beerpots and wooden stools from South Africa to handsome Lozi clay vessels and wooden relish bowls from Zambia, our assembly of works represent a tradition that is fast diminishing as Western influences make their way into traditional African regions. The traditional clay forms are made from a coiling method. The pieces are burnished and pit-fired. Both functional and beautiful, these objects are admired by private collectors and public institutions alike.
Works are now included in the permanent collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Southern African Zulu Beerpot
clay
10 ¼ x 14 x 14"
SA682
Southern African Zulu Beerpot
clay
11 x 14 x 14"
SA910
Southern African Zulu Beerpot
clay
10 ½ x 10 ½ x 10 ½"
SA8
Southern African Likwana, Lozi Water Vessel
clay
14 x 12 ½ x 12 ½"
SA417
Southern African Makonde Grain Vessel
clay
15 ½ x 16 x 16"
SA397
Southern African Zulu Uphiso Pot
clay
15 x 13 x 13"
SA940
Southern African Likwana, Lozi Water Vessel
clay
15 ½ x 13 x 13"
SA455
Southern African Mulondo Water Vessel
clay
13 x 11 x 11"
SA147
Southern African Zulu Meat Tray
wood
3 x 23 x 11"
SA932
Southern African Ithunga, Zulu Milkpail
wood
17 ¼ x 5 ½ x 5 ½"
SA402
Southern African Beerpot
clay
15 ½ x 16 x 16"
SA395
Southern African Lozi Water Vessel
clay
12 ½ x 11 x 11"
SA935
Southern African Mulondo Water Vessel
clay
12 ½ x 11 x 11"
SA150
Southern African Zulu Beerpot
clay
13 x 15 ¾ x 15 ¾"
SA92
