The proverb pot lids of Lower Congo
Object type:
proverb lid
Materials:
wood
Legend:
He who has a canoe, should not transport a snake to the other side of the river. Meaning: One should choose one's relationships wisely.
Place of collecting:
Angola > Cabinda
Culture:
Woyo
Acquisition related person:
Rev. Father Joseph Troesch as seller
Date of acquisition:
1951-09-07
Dimensions:
21,8 cm x 4,9 cm
Inventory number:
EO.1951.50.75