XHOSA, SOUTH AFRICA
CERAMIC, HEIGHT 37CM
This striking earthen colour pot has seen many happy faces enjoying their Umqombothi over the years, the locally brewed beer made from maize, malt, yeast and water. When I received the pot, one could still smell and imagine the sheer volume of beer that was consumed from that pot. Since then I have used it as a vase, which created a lovely contrast between a very bold traditionally crafted masterpiece and delicate flower displays.