Karamajong Jug 14 Each basket conveys messages of

Each basket conveys messages of beauty

The style and design of platters vary from one region to another but they are all used to serve meat on during meal times

with such a unique design and intricate carving details

The different styles of the headrest and decorative details would reflect the age and status of the owner

A lidded bowl with a decorative handle is one of their most well known utilitarian objects and is used to store and transport food

Karamajong Jug 14 Each basket conveys messages ofThis beautiful jug is part of our special collection which took 8 years to curate. Each container is hand carved from indigenous wood by the Karamajong people of Uganda who are livestock farmers. Due to the arid climate in which they live, every 3 to 4 months the Karamajong people will move their cattle in search of water and pasture and they are skilled in creating functional pieces that are easy to transport from materials readily found in their