Spirit Bowl

Item number 2986/2 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.

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Description

Bowl is made of clay, with an uneven pedestal base that flares at bottom and narrows toward bowl. Bowl is round, widening toward the mouth, with a thinner rim. Rim lowers at one point to create a spout. A large The exterior of the bowl is coloured an orange red, with the inside a bright vibrant pink. A spot of pig’s blood can be seen on the interior base.

History Of Use

Spirit bowl used to collect pig’s blood.

Narrative

Donor obtained the bowl in 1973, near Mount Giluwe in the Southern Highlands.

Item History

What

Name
Spirit Bowl
Identification Number
2986/2
Type of Item
bowl
Material
pig blood, clay and pigment
Overall
height 8.0 cm, diameter 11.5 cm

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
Southern Highlands, Papua New Guinea

Who

Culture
Mendi
Previous Owner
Rudi Kovanic
Received from
Rudi Kovanic (Donor)

When

Creation Date
before 1973
Collection Date
during 1973
Ownership Date
before December 11, 2012
Acquisition Date
on December 11, 2012

Other

Item Classes
ceramics
Condition
fair
Accession Number
2986/0002
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