1995.18.3 (Container, bamboo)

Bamboo container attached to stained & polished wood base with glue. Stopper is of same wood as base. b. Wood knot with carved bird on dorsal side. Bird is in lying position; wings turned upward, head & neck are lowered & wrap around the side of the bird. Bird, possibly in courtship or dying position. a. tube incised with diamonds filled with circle/dot motif. Lime residue in interior. Color: TN,BR