Calabash Gourd 02 new in Cowrie shells are symbolic of

Cowrie shells are symbolic of wealth and the use of cowrie shells on these baskets indicates that they were used to store valuable content

each piece may have natural imperfections and no two will be identical

protecting them from dust and insects as well as preserving elaborate coiffures

This style of headrest is common place with the Samburu people

Their vision is to create a world where conservation supports the people

Calabash Gourd 02 new in Cowrie shells are symbolic ofThis hand carved gourd is made from the calabash tree and originates from the Maasai people of Kenya. This vessel would have been used to store milk, honey and beer as well as for initiation ceremonies. The gourds are made using calabashes which have beautiful natural shapes. The calabashes are cut from their vines and dried for several weeks before being hollowed, washed and sterilised with embers from the wild olive tree. Shorter, fatter calabash