Object Record
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Metadata
Catalog Number |
2016.009.012 |
Object Name |
Eggcup |
Description |
This is an African egg holder that has been hand carved from one piece of wood. It has been made from light wood and uses no varnish. It contains a dug out center which is still rough and stands on a smaller base. Such egg cups were most likely used by Europeans visiting or living on the continent--they aren't considered common household items in Africa. This artifact was originally donated to the Mars Hill University Archives before it was transferred to the ETSU Reece Museum c. 2016. This artifact was acquired in the mid-20th century by Baptist Missionaries in East Africa. Special thanks to Dr. Althia Ali for researching this artifact alongside Reece Museum staff. This research was made possible by the Luce Foundation. |
Date |
c. mid-20th century |
Dimensions |
H-8 D-2.8 Dia-3.8 Cir-13.5 cm |
Place of Origin |
Africa |
Material |
wood |
Subjects |
tools and technology |
Search Terms |
African Art Africa Missionary Handmade |