{"product_id":"san-bushmen-bow-mali-33inch-south-africa-matter-collection-155789","title":"San Bushmen Bow Mali 33inch South Africa MATTER COLLECTION","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"431\"\u003eHandcrafted bow associated with the San (Bushmen) peoples of Southern Africa. Traditionally, the San relied on bows and arrows for hunting and developed a deep knowledge of the natural world that has been passed down through generations. Their material culture reflects the use of locally available resources and a practical yet refined approach to craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eThis 33-inch example features a gracefully curved wooden form that is extensively covered and decorated with leather, giving the piece a distinctive appearance and texture. The aged surface and natural patina are consistent with use and handling over time. Acquired from the Matter Collection, the bow represents an example of Southern African material culture and would make an attractive addition to an ethnographic collection or display.\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_131ul_95\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorButton_131ul_99\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_131ul_22\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_HoverContainer_131ul_8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_131ul_48\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd Polaris-Text--breakAlways\"\u003eHeight (In) 33.0\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In) 3.5\u003cbr\u003eDepth (In) 1.75\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\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e155789\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 155000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51530645242151,"sku":"155789","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/bushmenbow.png?v=1782239286","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/san-bushmen-bow-mali-33inch-south-africa-matter-collection-155789","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}