Cosmetics Bottle

A small bottle made out of elephant pad, and covered in unknown animal skin. The neck of the bottle is a reddish brown; the base flares out and is patterned with alternating white and black rings. It was used by Mende women as a cosmetics bottle, containing a powder used for colouring lower eyelids.

Further Information

  • Type: Containers, vessels, Toilet/cosmetic equipment
  • Object: Cosmetics Bottle
  • Materials: Leather, animal skin
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: 70mm [L] x 28mm [D]
  • Production Date: Pre 1936
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: E. J. Walls (Donor)
  • Museum: Brighton Museum and Art Gallery
  • Accession Number: BMAG:WA507964

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