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Pot with globular body; constricted neck swelling into a bowl-shaped cup; incised linear bands overall.
Water Pot
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Water Pot

Maker Nupe Artist
Date20th century
Place of originNigeria, Africa
MediumTerracotta with vegetal coating
Dimensions16 1/4 x 13 3/4 x 13 3/4 in. (41.3 x 34.9 x 34.9 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1995.28.61
Collections
Visual DescriptionPot with globular body; constricted neck swelling into a bowl-shaped cup; incised linear bands overall.
Water pot
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