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Kinahu (c)

LOCAL NAME:

Kinahu (c)

ENGLISH NAME:

Wooden Bowl

DESCRIPTION:

A wooden bowl with a zoomorphic design protruding from each end that serves as a handle.

COMMONLY USED BY/IN:

Ifugao

MATERIAL COMPOSITION:

Wood

ITEM CONSTRUCTION:

Woodcarving

DIMENSIONS:

Height:
10 cm

Diameter:
25 cm

ACQUISITION YEAR:

2021

RESEARCH DATA:

Kinahu is a term used in Ifugao to describe a wooden bowl designed in the shape of a dog (ahu). The use of zoomorphic designs, such as the dog-inspired motif, is a common practice in Ifugao, an area known for woodwork and carving traditions. These wooden bowls are utilized for serving wine, food, and various offerings during rituals (Quintos, 2014).

REFERENCES:

Quintos, F. 2014. Provenance: Ramon Tapales: Collections and Recollections. Kaurava Publishing.

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