Hand-Carved Fiber Rim Wood Bowl

Large, shallow handcrafted wooden bowl featuring a dark stained or naturally patinated surface and a tightly woven natural-fiber rim. The basketry border is secured directly to the wooden vessel with regularly spaced fiber lashings, creating an attractive combination of woodcarving and traditional weaving techniques. The broad, low form and raised circular foot give the piece a substantial sculptural presence. Likely African in origin and possibly made as a functional serving, storage, or gathering vessel, though the specific cultural group and country cannot be reliably attributed from appearance alone. A striking decorative piece for an ethnographic, global, or rustic interior collection.

Materials: Hand-carved wood, woven natural plant fiber / rattan or similar material

Dimensions: Approximately 20" diameter x 5.5" high

Age: Likely mid-to-late 20th century

Condition: Good vintage condition with expected surface wear, scratches, scuffs, and variations to the dark finish from age and use. The woven rim shows some minor irregularities and projecting fiber ends consistent with handmade construction and age. No major structural damage is apparent in the photographs.

Brand/Maker: Unknown / Handcrafted

Artist Signed: No visible signature

Country of Manufacture: Africa, exact country or region unknown

Use / Type: Large Bowl / Serving Vessel / Storage Bowl / Decorative Basket Bowl

Style: African Ethnographic / Tribal / Rustic / Folk Art

Production Technique: Hand-carved wooden vessel with handwoven natural-fiber rim and fiber lashing

Color: Dark brown to black-brown with natural tan and brown woven fibers

Theme: African Art / Ethnographic / Traditional Craft / Global Decor