Tribal Nagaland
Naga Grain / Rice Bin / Planter #2, 1930s - 60s
Hand carved, hollock wood
Width - 42.5cm - 16¾ inches
Depth - 37cm - 14½ inches
Height -68cm - 26¾ inches
Internal Depth - 53cm - 20¾ inches
Rim Thickness - 3cm - 1 inches
Depth - 37cm - 14½ inches
Height -68cm - 26¾ inches
Internal Depth - 53cm - 20¾ inches
Rim Thickness - 3cm - 1 inches
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A mid-century grain storage vessel from Nagaland, a tribal region in Northeast India, dating to the 1930-60s. Originally made for everyday household use, it would have been used to store...
A mid-century grain storage vessel from Nagaland, a tribal region in Northeast India, dating to the 1930-60s. Originally made for everyday household use, it would have been used to store rice, grains, and other dry goods as part of traditional domestic life.
The vessel is hand-carved from a single block of Hollock wood and hollowed out using traditional hand tools. The surface has a naturally textured, multi-level finish rather than a refined polish, reflecting its utilitarian origin and handmade construction.
Each piece is unique, shaped by the individual log and the hand of the maker, with no two vessels exactly alike. Signs of age, use, and wear are present and contribute to its authentic character and history.
Today, it can be used as a planter, for decorative storage, or as a sculptural object within an interior, adding natural texture and a sense of tribal craftsmanship.
Two pieces are currently available. The first and last image shows both vessels together for reference. The remaining images show the individual piece offered in this listing. Please also view my other items for additional pieces from Nagaland.
This is the shorter of the two vessels.
Viewing is welcomed at our West London showroom. High-resolution photography, detailed condition reports, and video inspections are available upon request. We offer local, national, and international shipping.
Please contact us for further information or to arrange a private viewing.
Provenance
Imported directly from Nagaland NE IndiaRelated artworks
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Tribal Nagaland, Naga Grain / Rice Bin / Planter #1, 1930s-60s -
Willy Guhl, Planters, 1963
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Tribal Nagaland, Nagaland Rice Mortar II , early 20th Century
