A SHAPELY, SMALL WELL DECORATED GOURD VESSEL FROM TUTSI TRIBE OF RWANDA E. AFRICA ( No 4342 )

This is a gorgeous, precisely decorated fluid vessel from the Tutsi tribe of Rwanda.  Small size.  Made from vegetable gourd which has been decorated with black ink patterns.  Has a used patina with a lovely red colour and nice sheen.  A very neat example.   In good condition with wear commensurate with tribal use. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. Height approx 20cm