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