A HAND HEWN MEDIUM HONEY POT WITH METAL REPAIRS, TUTSI TRIBE RWANDA( No 4744 )

This is a simply shaped, handmade honey pot from the Tutsi tribe of Rwanda. Striking form. Made from a dense, dark honey coloured African hardwood.  Features complicated and masterfully applied metal indigenous repairs in geometric patterns.  Has a well used patina.  In good condition., with wear, some around the rim.  We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. Height approx 35cm