Penny Gumbi (1962- )
Ukhamba, Zulu beer vessel
About the SessionA strong contemporary thread runs throughout the sale, rooted in long-standing tradition. Selective historic textiles offer a vital counterpoint and illuminate the deep sources that continue to inspire contemporary makers.
LOT 59
Penny Gumbi (1962- )
Ukhamba, Zulu beer vessel
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 4 000 - 6 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 7 612
About this Item
South Africa
Ukhamba, Zulu beer vessel
2015
earthenware
height: 26cm; diameter: 32cm
Notes
Penny Gumbi is a Zulu ceramic artist from Pongola, Northern Zululand, known for large handcrafted ceramic pots that embody traditional Zulu pottery forms. Her work appears in galleries and collections beyond South Africa.
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