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MAGUINDANAONS

The name Maguindanao, which means "people of the flood plains" lives along the Pulangi River in Maguindanao province of Mindanao. The Maguindanao are known traders, farmers and fisherfolks. The expertly manufacture brassware, trays, urns and other ethnic crafts. The Maguindanao are skilled weavers and carvers However, their religious belief prohibits them in putting animal nd human figures in the arts which made them develop the abstract form of representation of their carving and textile products.
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THE GORGORETA OR GORGOLLA (US$ x.xx)


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This Gorgoretta or Gorgolla by the Maguindanaons has small handle linked to the rim of the pot. This globular clay vessel which is traditionally used for storing tuba or basi has no etched design on its surface. It also has a smooth texture with a black stained look.

Gorgoreta or Gorgolla makes a good storage container for food and water. Its antique look and fine shape add up to its being an interesting interior d'cor and a desirable collector's item.


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