African Water Pot
"Ceramic Pot - Mossi, Burkina Fasso (Farmer
s Water Jug), " created in Africa
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This ceramic pot was made by an unknown Mossi artist in Burkina Fasso. It was used as a farmer's
Category
1930s Folk Art Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$1,250
H 13 in W 11 in D 6.75 in
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Maconde Water Pot from Mozambique, Africa
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Maconde water pot from the Mueda Plateau, Northeast Mozambique, Africa. David Roberts collection
Category
1990s Mozambican Tribal Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Terra Cotta Water Pots with Lids, Africa, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of terra cotta water pots with lids from the Gurunsi tribe in Burkina Faso Africa. Circular
Category
Vintage 1950s Burkinabe Urns
Materials
Terracotta
African Terracotta Water Pot with Lid, 1930s
Located in New York, NY
1930s African terracotta water pot with lid from the Gurunsi tribe in Burkina Faso in Africa
Category
Vintage 1930s Burkinabe Urns
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century African Red Clay Water Pot from Mali
Located in Wainscott, NY
19th century African red clay water pot. This piece is from Mali. This generous size pot features
Category
Antique 19th Century Malian Ceramics
Materials
Clay
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Located in North Beninngton, VT
Collection of four beautiful Baule vessels from the Ivory Coast of Africa. These pots have very
Category
1990s Ivorian Urns
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Questions About African Water Pot
- What is an African pot?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022African pottery is diverse and culturally varied. An African pot can be a simple vessel for food or liquid but many carry social and religious significance. African pottery has always been highly sought after and is beloved by antique collectors worldwide. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique African pottery from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How are African clay pots made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022African clay pots are made by coiling the material around a flattened base and then hand-molding it into the desired shape. Then, the piece is sun dried and fired at a low temperature. On 1stDibs, find authentic African clay pots from some of the top sellers around the world.


