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Type of Object:
Ethnic Group:
Material:
- Tuareg Traditional Wood Food Bowl
20th c.
Tuareg is a term used to identify numerous diverse groups of
nomadic peoples who share a common language and a common
history. Tuareg camel caravans played the primary role in trade
across the Sahara until the advent of modern transportation.
The Tuareg practice Islam and have adapted their own form and
style of symbolism into this religion. Jewelry and objects from the
Sahara has always been characterized by protective symbolism.
Ethnic Group:
- Tuareg Society
- Niger
Material:
- Wood
- 14 1/4" x 10"
