{"product_id":"maasai-beaded-milk-gourd-container-kenya-matter-collection-154360","title":"Maasai Beaded Milk Gourd Container Kenya MATTER COLLECTION","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Maasai milk gourd, a significant symbol in Maasai culture, epitomizes sustenance, community, and heritage within this East African community. Crafted with meticulous care by skilled artisans, the gourd's durability and unique shape are essential qualities. Adorned with vibrant, symbolic beadwork, it reflects Maasai traditions, representing wealth, social gatherings, and marital unions. Beyond a vessel for milk, it embodies fertility, wealth, and the profound bond between people and their cattle. Despite modern influences, the gourd persists as a revered artifact, showcasing the Maasai's resilience and pride in their cultural legacy. This exceptional artwork not only honors Maasai heritage but also serves as a captivating testament to African art's richness, inspiring collectors and enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eProvenance: Matter Collection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom the collection of Margie and Phil Matter. Margie lived in South Africa, and later she and her husband Phil opened a gallery in Tucson. Everything in this collection was in their home for more than thirty years. Africa Direct recently bought the collection; at 95, Margie wants to share the things she has loved so much.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_1q6fc_73\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_1q6fc_77\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_1q6fc_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_1q6fc_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoven basket ring not included - just used to prop it up for photos.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight (In) 29.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In) 5.0\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In) 5.0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e154360\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 154000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51311092465959,"sku":"154360","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_0082_20192d2b-570a-4060-b8dd-9f358e947796.jpg?v=1776709588","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/maasai-beaded-milk-gourd-container-kenya-matter-collection-154360","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}