African Black White Scorpion Etched Gourd Bowl Kamba Kenya Handmade Calabash Grain Food Water Storage Gourd Bowl

This is a beautiful Painted Black and White Scorpion Calabash ( gourd) from the Kamba People in the Lowlands of Southeast Kenya.
In Africa calabash vessels were used for many practical purposes. Their makers enhanced the beauty of these objects of daily use by decorating their surfaces in different ways. We can see how the gourd curved surface is decorated with abstract motifs of animals and other forms. The lines were incised and darkened to emphasize them. The African calabash is product of a gourd plant. Normally, this gourd fruit has to be allowed time to mature before it is plucked hollowed out to remove the content mainly seeds. It is placed out in the sun to dry up. With time, the green color fades as it becomes hard. It is ready for use at this point. According to the history of the African calabash, this item is used by many communities. Today, for instance, the calabash is still used widely. Originally, it was used as a food holder or to make musical instruments. In the history of the calabash. it was among the very first crops that man cultivated. Calabashes are easy to maintain. The African calabash is one of the products that have been regarded as a planet saver. The decorated calabash has helped the African tribal community and economy. This would be a beautiful addition to your collection or home.

This gourd shows some age and discoloration, but is in good condition

6" tall
7 1/2" wide
7 1/2" across

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