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Giant ladle

1940

National Museums of Kenya

National Museums of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya

This large wooden spoon is made by a craftsman from mchongwe tree. Cut using an axe and carved by a special curved knife, it is generally used by women to stir banana beer.

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  • Title: Giant ladle
  • Date Created: 1940
  • Location: Kenya
  • Type: Ladle
  • Rights: National Museums of Kenya
  • Medium: Wood
  • Photographer: GibsPhotography
  • Local Name: Luko lubaha
  • Community: Taveta
  • Collection Date: 1970-01-15
  • Collected By: Peter Nzuki
National Museums of Kenya

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