SKU: 149686
Corn Husk Mother and Child Figurine Zimbabwe
Height: 7.0
Width: 3.0
Depth: 2.5
Width: 3.0
Depth: 2.5
$9.99
Description
This Handmade corn husk mother and child from Zimbabwe depicts a working mother carrying her child and a load of wood. Made from dried corn husks, this doll also symbolizes fertility and showcases the special bond between a mother and child.
In Zimbabwe all parts of the corn ear are utilized. The husks can be woven into ropes and twine, and molded into containers and mats. Shredded husks are used for kindling and stuffing, and when soaked in water, the brittle dried cornhusks become soft and malleable to be transformed into durable dolls suitable for children's toys.
This one-of-a-kind figurine is ethically and sustainably crafted by skilled Shona artisans.
Height (in): 7.0
Width (in): 3.0
Depth (in): 2.5
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Approximate Age: Late 20th century
People: Shona
Country of Origin: Zimbabwe
Material
Material: cornhusk, wood, pigment
Condition
Damage/Repair: Item is made of dried husk which has fraying and breakage inherent in the medium.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.