WODAABE TRIBE, NIGERIAN/CAMEROON BORDERS, CIRCA 1930

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THREE WEST AFRICAN WOVEN BEER POT COVERS
WODAABE TRIBE, NIGERIAN/CAMEROON BORDERS, CIRCA 1930
Each of circular form with geometric motifs and central composite medallion, recently mounted on black linen boards
20 1/8 in. (51 cm.) square overall

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Lot Essay

These mats were protectively placed over the beer pots. Beer, brewed from millet, was an important part of ceremonial rituals for the semi-nomadic Wodaabe tribe, especially when men performed the Gerewol, a special courtship ritual, when the beer flowed.

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