Offering Bowl Item Number: Ib250 a-b from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Round offering bowl (part b) on a pedestal (part a). The pedestal has a circular base and a thick column leading to a large circular surface. The surface is unfinished, but the base and column are intricately painted with triangles, leafs and flowers in black, red and gold. The bowl has a lip around the rim where it sits when turned over as a lid and placed on the pedestal. There is also a round know that works as a handle. The bowl was painted in black, orange and white and is now mostly scratched off. The inside of the bowl is covered in black marks, possibly soot.

History Of Use

Used for offerings.

Cultural Context

ceremonial