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MARANAOS

Traditionally living in the vicinity of Lake Lanao in Lanao Del Sur in Mindanao, the Maranaos, which means "lake people", are well known fisherfolks.
A MARANAO VESSEL (US$ x.xx)


Product Description:

The Maranao's best woodcrafts are done with carvings using the okir motifs. They use geometric patterns and stylized representations of floral and animal forms derived from orthodox Islamic prohibition of realistic representation of humans and animals.

This wooden bowl shaped vessel has a carved body and handle and a round base.

This Maranao vessel is perfect for tabletop display and makes an attractive serving vessel. The elaborate okir carvings on its body and handle makes it a distinctive piece to add to your collection.


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