The proverb pot lids of Lower Congo

Object type: proverb lid
Materials: wood
Legend: If the bird opens its beak, then the fruit will fall out. Meaning: If I speak or answer, the situation will get worse, so I keep quiet.
Place of collecting: Angola > Cabinda
Culture: Woyo
Acquisition related person: I. Mesmaekers as donor
Date of acquisition: 1956-11-27
Dimensions: 19,3 cm x 6,8 cm
Inventory number: EO.1956.88.26