The Karamojong or Karimojong, are an ethnic group of agro-pastoral herders living mainly in the north-east of Uganda. Their language is also known as Karamojong or Karimojong and is part of the Nilo-Saharan language group. They are found in the Kotido and Moroto districts in the northeastern part of Uganda. Jars/vessels are used to hold mixtures of milk and cow blood in the Karamojong society. Blood is obtained by tapping the jugular artery of a cow without killing the animal. Mixed blood and milk is used as a ritual drink in special celebrations, or given to the sick.
This is a wooden carved vessel/ jar with pouring spout and a small handle at the side, it has a brown patina and shows signs age due to usage.
- Material: Wood
- Condition: Slight crack at the top
- Age:approx 50-60yrs
- Origin: Uganda
- SKU: LMCL-070
- Weight: 0.7 kg
- Dimensions: 10 x 26 x 13 cm