Container made from the capsule shell of a brazil nut. Round shell has been cut smoothly in half to create a dish with a lid, with a small flattened foot area on the base. Rough, woody bark has been left in place. Three small round medallions of nutshell have been set into holes carved into the rim of the dish that correspond to holes in the lid, ensuring a tight fit between the two. A cone shaped handle coloured dark brown is attached to the top of the lid, around which is knotted plant fibre, which also encircles the container from top to bottom, further holding the lid in place.

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• Type of Item container
• Culture Brazilian
• Material plant fibre, wood
• Measurements height 12.5 cm, diameter 10.5 cm (overall)

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• Field Collector Nuno Porto
• Previous Owner Nuno Porto
• Received from Nuno Porto, Museum of Anthropology Exhibitions Budget

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• Made in Oriximina

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• Creation Date during 2015
• Collection Date during October 2015
• Ownership Date before October 20, 2016
• Acquisition Date on October 20, 2016

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• Condition good
• Accession Number 3197/0013