Umuvure Wooden Barrel - Rwanda - 156.1 Italian this heart-shaped "ekuk" mask hung

this heart-shaped "ekuk" mask hung in the home and was only brought out to "warm" the village atmosphere and call on beneficial forces during Bwete society initiation ceremonies

Origins: Brazil Rainforests

Nupe pot supports are hollow

These baskets each have a wall mountable hook to hang on a wall

Umuvure Wooden Barrel - Rwanda - 156.1 Italian this heart-shaped "ekuk" mask hungThe Umuvure is a traditional wooden barrel intricately crafted from high quality wood, used in the fermentation process to make banana beer, a staple beverage in various African cultures. This barrel's robust construction ensures optimal conditions for fermentation, allowing the natural sugars in ripe bananas to transform into a flavorful and aromatic beer. The Umuvure's design maintains the beverage's authentic taste and cultural essence, reflecting