Tutsi Vessel 13 These portrait masks are hand-carved

These portrait masks are hand-carved from indigenous woods and form part of the Baule society

Crafted from a custom

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This vessel would have been used to store milk

Headrests and stools are amongst their most precious objects

Tutsi Vessel 13 These portrait masks are hand-carvedThis beautiful Tutsi vessel is part of an incredibly special collection of pieces which took 8 years to curate. Each vessel is hand carved from indigenous wood with great skill by the pastoral Tutsi people of Uganda. When necessary, repair work has been carried out to restore functionality, creating unique details. These vessels would have originally been used to collect milk or honey. The wood has taken on a beautiful patina and wear after years of