Almost shiny patina on each spoon from so much use.
The word ‘Lozi’ means 'plain' in the Makololo language which referencse
the Barotse Floodplain of the Zambezi River, which is where most of the
Lozi live.
The Lozi are noted for their utilitarian onjects,
such as carved spoons, stools and exquisite wooden bowls.
Spoon size and form follow function.
From tiny snuff spoons, to eating
spoons to large serving spoons and
ladles, this wooden spoon would have
been used for stirring their daily staple
food: porridge. Others spoons would
have been reserved for special
ceremonial occasions.
Height: 26" - 31"
