Terracotta bottle, Inner Niger Delta, 8th – 13th c. AD, 34 cm

Vessels and containers – Mali

Material: Arcilla/Cerámica | Type: Recipientes/Vasijas | Countries: Mali

  • Period

    8th – 16th century AD

  • Red List

    Lista Roja – África Occidental

Category

Vessels and containers – Mali
Terracotta. Particularly from the Niger River Valley. Spherical, sometimes decorated with geometric or animal motifs. Jars and small vases with incised decorations. Possible traces of paint. Measurements: 35-120 x Ø 24 cm.
© Musée national du Mali