{"product_id":"vintage-rwandan-tutsi-hand-carved-hardwood-scoop-bowl","title":"Vintage Rwandan Tutsi Hand Carved Hardwood Scoop Bowl","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully handcrafted from a single piece of solid hardwood, these \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Rwandan Tutsi Scoop Bowls\u003c\/strong\u003e are authentic examples of traditional East African craftsmanship, dating from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1940–1970\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally used by the Tutsi people of Rwanda for carrying and serving grains, milk and other everyday foods, each bowl was carefully carved by hand before being used within the home for many years. Their wonderfully sculptural forms, smooth hand-worked interiors and rich aged patina tell the story of generations of practical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most distinctive features of these bowls is the presence of \u003cstrong\u003etraditional aluminium repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than replacing a damaged vessel, skilled local craftsmen repaired cracks using hand-cut aluminium patches, extending the life of an object that was considered far too valuable to discard. Today these visible repairs have become one of the most sought-after features, celebrating the bowl's history while adding beautiful decorative detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday these bowls make striking decorative objects. Style them on a kitchen island, dining table or console, display them on open shelving, or use them as sculptural centrepieces filled with seasonal foliage, decorative objects or dried stems. Their organic form and rich patina work beautifully within contemporary, rustic, wabi-sabi and Belgian-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Authentic hand carved Rwandan hardwood scoop bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Circa 1940–1970\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Traditionally carved from a single piece of hardwood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Original decorative aluminium repairs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Beautiful aged patina and historic character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Wonderful sculptural decorative object\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Perfect for modern rustic, Belgian and contemporary interiors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthentic Vintage Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bowl has acquired its own rich patina through decades of everyday use. Historic wear, natural surface marks, subtle variations in colour and traditional aluminium repairs are all part of their authentic story and should be celebrated as features rather than imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Your Vintage Rwandan Tutsi Hand Carved Hardwood Scoop Bowl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Rwandan Tutsi Hand Carved Hardwood Scoop Bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e is individually selected by the Home Barn team from our collection. As authentic handmade vintage pieces, every bowl displays its own unique grain, colour and historic character. While we are unable to provide photographs of individual pieces or accommodate requests to choose a specific example, you can be confident that your bowl will reflect the quality, style and timeless appeal shown in our photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Kitchen islands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Dining tables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Console tables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Coffee tables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Open shelving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Decorative centrepieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Wabi-sabi interiors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Contemporary country homes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDust with a soft dry cloth. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture or direct heat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Home Barn","offers":[{"title":"A - Height 8.5 Width 47 Depth 17cm","offer_id":58367407587592,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"B - Height 11 Width 40 Depth 20cm","offer_id":58367407620360,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"C - Height 12 Width 35 Depth 19.5cm","offer_id":58367407653128,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"D - Height 10 Width 38 Depth 17cm","offer_id":58367407685896,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"E - Height 10 Width 40 Depth 20cm","offer_id":58367407718664,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/8405\/6584\/files\/394F435A-8399-4AC0-BDDB-C45A3A1055BA.jpg?v=1785931727","url":"https:\/\/homebarnshop.co.uk\/products\/vintage-rwandan-tutsi-hand-carved-hardwood-scoop-bowl","provider":"Home Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}