Zulu
Ceremonial African Spoon
(Zoulou, late 19th century)
13.25"H x 2.5"W x 2.5"D
African statue
Resin wood finish, metal stand
The Zulu People live in what is now the South African province KwaZulu-Natal.
Compared to other peoples in Africa, the Zulus did not produce a lot of
sculptures. Most of their artwork consisted of utensils like cutlery and head
rests. But of what is known, their artwork is usually of high artistic quality
characterized by beautifully stylized forms, often decorated in a geometric
style.
The Zulu Tribe has a history of producing a great variety of ceremonial sculpted
spoons. Used only at special occasions, normally one ate with the right hand,
but during a festive meal or a ceremony, the spoon was used to share the food
which was sometimes scarce.
According to Zulu-custom, the cutting of a spoon was a man's privilege and it
had a great symbolic value. For example, a young bride was not allowed to share
a meal with her husband before her family had exchanged a goat with the groom's
family. This animal was named the goat of the spoon because the bride received a
spoon at the same time. This special spoon was stored in a basket woven by
women.
Zulu Ceremonial Spoon is made from collectible quality resin with a wood finish.
Comes with a metal stand as pictured. Measures: 13.25"H x 2.5"W x
2.5"D.
$39.00
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