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1921.9.12

Wooden water pail, used for drawing water for cows. Slightly rounded base with an overhanging rim. [RM [OPS move] 22/9/2016]

1921.9.12

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Collection type
Object
Description
Wooden water pail, used for drawing water for cows. Slightly rounded base with an overhanging rim. [RM [OPS move] 22/9/2016]
Geographical reference
Uganda
Africa > Eastern Africa > Uganda
Cultural groups
Nkole
Person
Field collector John Roscoe
Field collector Mackie Ethnological Expedition
PRM source John Roscoe
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1920
Date collected
1920
Acquisition information
Donated: 1921
Materials and processes
Material Wood Plant, Process Carved
Dimensions
Diameter: max 292 mm, Height: max 325 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1921.9.12
Research and responses

Rev. John Roscoe The Soul of Central Africa, A General Account of The Mackie Ethnological Expedition, London 1922. Balfour Library Reference : Africa 8

Also: Roscoe The Northern Bantu, Cambridge 1915. Balfour Library Africa 8

Search terms: Vessel, Food and Drink, Animal Gear, Bucket, Bowl, Cattle Accessory, Food Accessory