The proverb pot lids of Lower Congo
Object type:
proverb lid
Materials:
wood
Legend:
It does not matter if something is good or bad, you must always be grateful. Meaning: Whatever the man says, the woman must not talk back and always show gratitude. The ironic aspect is important in this case. The small bifid element at the side of the hands is a type of collar meaning that once married, a woman is imprisoned and can no longer move.
Place of collecting:
Angola > Cabinda
Culture:
Woyo
Acquisition related person:
I. Mesmaekers as donor
Date of acquisition:
1956-11-27
Dimensions:
18,7 cm x 6,6 cm
Inventory number:
EO.1956.88.4